Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Human Services (2024): the proffered 'rehabilitation counselor' position did not
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the proffered 'rehabilitation counselor' position did not qualify as a specialty occupation. The AAO concluded that the petitioner's acceptance of a wide and disparate range of bachelor's degrees (e.g., psychology, sociology, social work, education, human services) precluded the position from requiring a degree in a 'specific specialty' as mandated by the statute.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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