U.S. Spending Bill Increases Number of H-2B Visas
The recently passed U.S. government spending bill increases the number of H-2B visas from 66,000 to approximately 200,000. The H-2B visa is for Temporary, […]
Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (PTLC) Draft Now Available
The Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT) has released a draft of the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact (PTLC) and is seeking input […]
Update on Manila and EB-2 Cases for Physical Therapists
It’s been awhile since we said anything about the status of EB-2 cases being processed through the US consulate in Manila. As of the […]
The NVC Is Experiencing Processing Delays Due to Increase in Workload
The NVC has started sending letters indicating it is experience a significant increase in its workload which has resulted in slower processing times. Below […]
Schedule A Benefit
We a reminded again today of the significant benefit those in the healthcare field receive from the Schedule A determination for Registered Nurses and […]
H-1B Cap Series: How Long Does it Take to Get a Decision?
The weeks and months following the filing of the petition are a period of anxious waiting for the beneficiary and the petitioner. Processing times […]
WHEN WILL THE 2013 H-1B CAP SEASON END?
As we approach opening day for the 2013 H-1B Cap Season, it is worth taking a moment to think about the date on which […]
TIP OF THE WEEK: RENEW HEALTHCARE CERTIFICATE BEFORE EXPIRATION
Healthcare certificate holders are required to renew their certificates until they receive permanent residence. The heatlhcare certificate is good for a five-year from the […]
HEALTHCARE OCCUPATIONS: A LOOK FORWARD
The 2012 job outlook for the health care industry is good, despite the overall economic stagnation in the U.S. A contributing writer for monster.com […]
HEALTHCARE OCCUPATIONS: A LOOK BACK
Data on 2011 shows that healthcare occupations dominated two lists: (1) largest number of job listings on the internet; and (2) best paying professions. […]