dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Human Services
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the proffered habilitation counselor position did not qualify as a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the petitioner's acceptance of a wide and disparate range of bachelor's degrees—including psychology, sociology, social work, and education—was too broad to establish that the role required a body of highly specialized knowledge in a single, specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Specialized And Complex Duties Usually Associated With A Degree
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