Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Human Services (2024): the proffered 'habilitation specialist' position did not
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the proffered 'habilitation specialist' position did not qualify as a specialty occupation. The AAO agreed with the Director that the acceptable range of bachelor's degrees (psychology, sociology, social work, education, or a closely related human services field) was too wide and disparate. This broad acceptance of various fields failed to demonstrate that the position requires the theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge in a specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Complexity And Specialization Of Duties
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