North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 1997

611 - Educational Services

This subsector comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing instruction and training in a wide variety of subjects. This instruction and training is provided by specialized establishments, such as schools, colleges, universities and training centres.

The subsector is structured according to the level and type of educational services provided. Elementary and secondary schools, community colleges, Collèges d'enseignement général et professionel (C.E.G.E.P.s) and universities correspond to a recognized series of formal levels of education designated by diplomas, associate degrees (and equivalent certificates) and degrees. The remaining industry groups are based on the type of instruction or training offered and the levels are not always as formally defined. The establishments are often highly specialized, many offering instruction in a very limited subject matter, for example ski lessons or one specific type of software.

Within the subsector, the level and types of training that are required of the instructors and teachers vary depending on the industry.

North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) 1997 - Classification structure
Code Industry group
6111Elementary and Secondary Schools Elementary and Secondary Schools
6112Community Colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s Community Colleges and C.E.G.E.P.s
6113Universities Universities
6114Business Schools and Computer and Management Training Business Schools and Computer and Management Training
6115Technical and Trade Schools Technical and Trade Schools
6116Other Schools and Instruction Other Schools and Instruction
6117Educational Support Services Educational Support Services
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