Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Special Education (2006): the beneficiary was found not qualified for the specialty
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the beneficiary was found not qualified for the specialty occupation of special education tutor. The director determined the beneficiary lacked the required U.S. bachelor's degree or its equivalent in the specialty field and did not hold the necessary state license to practice the occupation, a requirement in all 50 states.
Criteria Discussed
Beneficiary Qualifications 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(C) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(D) Degree Equivalency State Licensure
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