dismissed H-1B Case: Software Development
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of programmer/analyst qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO concurred with the director's finding, referencing the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, which indicates that while a bachelor's degree is common for computer programmers, the role does not always require one, as individuals with associate degrees or certificates can also qualify.
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