Sustained
H-1B
H-1B Sustained — Animal Science (2005): the director denied the petition, concluding the proffered
Decision Summary
The director denied the petition, concluding the proffered position of artificial insemination technician was not a specialty occupation. The AAO sustained the appeal, finding that the nature of the specific duties was sufficiently specialized and complex that the knowledge required to perform them is usually associated with the attainment of a baccalaureate degree in animal science, thereby meeting the regulatory criteria for a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Is Minimum Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of Duties Is So Specialized And Complex That The Knowledge Required Is Usually Associated With A Baccalaureate Degree
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