ABCs OF H-1B PART I (B)

The two key requirements of an H-1B are to ensure that the individual qualifies, and to ensure that the proposed position in the U.S. qualifies as a “specialty occupation”.
a. Qualifying the Individual
In order to qualify for an H-1B, the individual must possess a U.S. bachelor’s degree or its equivalent. While possessing a U.S. bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university qualifies the individual’s credentials for an H-1B, not everyone possesses a U.S. bachelor’s degree. However, there are other options that allow an individual to qualify based on education and/or work experience. Therefore, in order to qualify for an H-1B, an individual must:
b. Alternatives to Possessing U.S. Bachelor’s Degree
    Possess a U.S. Bachelor’s degree;
    Possess a foreign degree that is determined to be the equivalent of a U.S. Bachelor’s degree;
    Possess an unrestricted state license, registration or certification that authorizes the individual to practice in that industry in the state of proposed employment;
    Possess education, specialized training, and/or experience that are equivalent to a U.S. Bachelor’s degree.