Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Human Services (2024): the proffered assistant program manager position did not
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the proffered assistant program manager position did not qualify as a specialty occupation. The petitioner's acceptance of a wide and disparate range of academic degrees (psychology, sociology, social work, education, or a related field) was found to be too broad to constitute a single, specific specialty as required by the statute.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Common To Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree Duties Are So Specialized And Complex As To Require A Degree
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