Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Healthcare: did not establish the proposed position of 'activity
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner, a skilled nursing facility, failed to establish that the proposed position of 'activity director' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The director and the AAO found that the petitioner did not demonstrate that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is the minimum requirement for the position, either as a normal industry standard or due to the complexity of the specific duties.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Requirement For A Degree Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
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