Point system - Tier 2
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Criteria | Points | |
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Employment Experience (no more than 20 points total) | Each year of lawful employment in the U.S. | 2/year |
Special Employment Criteria | Full-time employment in the U.S. or offer in • a high demand Tier 2 occupation (1 of 5 occupations for which highest number of positions were sought to become registered positions by employers under the new W visa): or • A Zone 1, Zone 2, or Zone 3 occupation |
10 |
Caregiver | Is or has been a primary caregiver | 10 |
Exceptional Employment Record | Factors: promotions, longevity, changes in occupations from lower to higher job zone, participated in safety training, and increase pay. | 10 |
Civic Involvement | Significant civic involvement | 2 |
English | English Proficiency, as determined by a standardized test designated by Secretary of Education | 10 |
English Knowledge, as a determined by a standardized test designated by Secretary of Education | 5 |
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