USMCA Appendix 1603.D.1 (fka NAFTA)
The USMCA (fka NAFTA) permits qualified Canadian and Mexican citizens to seek temporary entry into the United States to engage in business activities at a professional level.
TN Visa for Canadian and Mexican Professionals
The eligibility requirements for a TN assignment are as follows:
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The assignment must be professional and listed in the USMCA;
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You must hold the proper educational degree closely related to the field of the offered position or license to be considered a professional as stated in the USMCA and/or you must have the requisite professional experience, if applicable;
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You must qualify as a business person as the term is defined in the USMCA;
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You must be a citizen of Canada or Mexico; and
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You must seek temporary entry.
Professional Assignment: All the permissible TN occupations are listed in the USMCA Treaty. You may not provide services in other unlisted occupations. The TN assignment must have a worksite in the United States, including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. The TN classification may be used for part-time employment. However, the TN may not be used for self-employment.
Qualifications: All but a handful of the TN classifications require that you hold either a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree. A baccalaureate or Licenciatura degree is the minimum requirement for these professions unless an alternative credential is otherwise specified. A three-year degree is acceptable. For 13 professions, you may present a valid state or provincial license instead of a degree. Evidence of licensure for these professions is an alternative to educational documents and not a requirement for admission in addition to educational documents. An additional seven professions allow the foreign national to qualify by presenting a post-secondary certificate or diploma and evidence of professional experience instead of a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree. See the Education/Experience and TN Professions section for specific information regarding each profession.
Business Person: You must seek to engage in business activities at a professional level which means the performance of prearranged business activities for a U.S. entity, including an individual.
Citizenship: You must submit proof of Canadian or Mexican citizenship. Persons holding permanent resident status in Canada or Mexico are not eligible for TN classification. Dependent spouses and children, however, need not be citizens of Canada or Mexico.
Temporary Entry: Temporary entry, as defined in the NAFTA, means entry without the intent to establish permanent residence. You must satisfy to the inspecting immigration officer that your proposed stay is temporary. A temporary period has a reasonable, finite end that does not equate to permanent residence. In order to establish that your entry will be temporary, you must demonstrate to the satisfaction of the inspecting immigration officer that your work assignment in the United States will end at a predictable time and that you will depart upon completion of the assignment. 8 CFR §214.6(b)
While there is no specific limit on the total period of time a citizen of Canada or Mexico may remain in TN status, the TN classification is nevertheless for persons seeking temporary entry without the intent to establish permanent residence.
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General Requirements: Under USMCA, an applicant seeking classification as a TN must demonstrate business activity at a professional level in one of the professions or occupations listed in Appendix 1603.D.1 set forth at 8 CFR 214.6(c). A Baccalaureate (bachelor’s) or Licenciatura degree is the minimum requirement for these professions unless an alternative credential is otherwise specified. A three-year degree is acceptable.
Degrees Earned Outside North America: Degrees received by the applicant from an educational institution not located within Canada, Mexico, or the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation by a reliable credentials evaluation service which specializes in evaluating foreign educational credentials. The same requirement applies to diplomas and certificates earned outside the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Equivalencies: Where a bachelor’s degree is required, experience cannot be used in lieu of the degree. Equivalencies based upon a combination of education and experience also cannot substitute for a degree when a specific degree is required.
State or Provincial License: The terms state/provincial license and state/provincial/federal license means any document issued by a state, provincial, or federal government, as the case may be, or under its authority, but not by a local government, that permits a person to engage in a regulated activity or profession.
Licensure: Proof of licensure to practice a given profession in the United States may be offered along with a job offer letter or other documentation in support of an application for TN classification. But admission/classification must not be denied based solely on the fact that the applicant does not already hold a license to practice in the United States (with the exception of Nurses). Licensure to practice a given profession in the United States is a post-entry requirement subject to enforcement by the appropriate state or other non-Federal authority. 9 FAM 402.17-4(B).
Post Secondary Diploma: A Post Secondary Diploma means a credential issued, on completion of two or more years of post-secondary education, by an accredited academic institution in Canada or the United States.
Post Secondary Certificate: A Post Secondary Certificate means a certificate issued, on completion of two or more years of post-secondary education at an academic institution, by the federal government of Mexico or a state government in Mexico, an academic institution recognized by the federal government or a state government, or an academic institution created by federal or state law.A business person is ineligible for classification as a TN Professional if the enterprise in the United States offering a contract or employment to the business person seeking entry is a sole proprietorship operated by that business person.
Moreover, even if the receiving enterprise is legally distinct from the business person, such as a corporation having a separate legal existence, entry as a TN Professional must be refused if the receiving enterprise is substantially controlled by that business person
Whether the business person “substantially controls” the U.S. enterprise will depend on the specific facts of each case. The following factors, among others, are relevant in determining what constitutes substantial control:
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whether the applicant has established the receiving enterprise;
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whether, as a matter of fact, the applicant has sole or primary control of the U.S. enterprise (regardless of the applicant’s actual percentage of share ownership);
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whether the applicant is the sole or primary owner of the business; or
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whether the applicant is the sole or primary recipient of income of the business.
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Certain foreign health care workers must present a health care certificate from an approved agency in order to be admissible in TN status:
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Registered Nurses;
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Occupational Therapists;
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Physiotherapist/Physical Therapists; and
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Medical Technologists/Technicians (Clinical Laboratory Scientists/Technicians).
See 9 FAM 302.1-7(B)(2)
Registered Nurses: May satisfy the certificate requirement with one of two documents issued by the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS), as CGFNS is currently the only approved agency. The VisaScreen Certificate satisfies the standard statutory and regulatory requirements for certification, discussed above. There is also a VisaScreen streamlined process for graduates of entry-level programs accredited by the National League for Nursing Accreditation Commission (NLNAC) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), as these foreign nationals are exempt from the educational comparability review and English language proficiency testing.
Occupational Therapists: Must obtain either the VisaScreen certificate from CGFNS, or a Visa Credential Verification Certificate from the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NCBOT). The practitioner should note, however, that NBCOT “is authorized to issue certificates in the field of occupational therapy pending final adjudication of its credentialing status.” There is a streamlined process if the foreign national “graduated from a program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA),” because the educational comparability review and English language proficiency testing need not be performed.
Physiotherapist/Physical Therapists: A VisaScreen Certificate from CGFNS or a Comprehensive Credentials Evaluation from the Foreign Credentialing Commission on Physical Therapy (FCCPT) will suffice. At least one state requires a different type of certificate, even though the certificate is an application in addition to the state licensure application. In addition, a foreign national who “graduated from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is exempt from the educational comparability review and English language proficiency testing.-
Canadian citizens are visa exempt. You may apply for TN status either:
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In person with US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at a Port of Entry or Preflight Inspection; or
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By mail with US Citizenships and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Apply in person with CBP at a port of entry
Although Canadian citizens can apply for TN status at any port of entry or preflight inspection location, fourteen ports of entry are designated for optimized processing.
The following is required to apply for TN status with CBP:
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Passport (Proof of Citizenship)
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Employer Support Letter
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Job title
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Detailed job description
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Source(s) of remuneration, salary, and benefits
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Duration of employment
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Must be on company letterhead with original signature
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Evidence of Qualifications
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Original degree
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If a degree is obtained outside of North America, you must include an accredited evaluation and translation (if necessary)
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Sealed transcripts
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Proof of experience / qualifications, if applicable
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Other Evidence, if applicable
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Visa Screen (healthcare workers)
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State License
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Waiver of Inadmissibility
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Dependents
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Marriage License
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Birth Certificates of children
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TD visa (non-Canadian family)
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What if I am traveling to the U.S. from somewhere other than Canada? While it is advisable to apply through an optimized port of entry or preflight inspection location, Canadian citizens can apply for TN status through CBP at port of entry on the southern border or any international airport in the U.S.
Apply by mail with USCIS
A TN employer can file on behalf of a Canadian citizen who is outside the U.S. by submitting Form I-129 along with the Trade Agreement Supplement. The filing fee is $460 USD. For current processing times check here. Premium Processing is available for an additional fee of $2,500.
If USCIS approves the Form I-129 the TN worker will take the approval notice and apply for admission with CBP at a port of entry or preflight inspection location. The TN worker should carry a complete copy of the petition submitted to USCIS in case CBP has any questions.
If a Canadian citizen is inside the U.S. in another status (such as F1, or B1) a TN employer can submit a Form I-129 along with the Trade Agreement Supplement to request the TN worker’s status be changed to TN.
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Mexican citizens must apply for a TN visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate abroad in order to enter the U.S. in TN status. There are two parts to the visa application:
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The TN worker must first complete a DS-160, Nonimmigrant Visa Application.
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The TN worker can then schedule an appointment via US Visa Info.
The nonimmigrant visa application processing fee is $185 USD. This fee cannot be paid online but must be paid at a bank in Mexico. Currently only three locations in Mexico accept TN visa applications which are the U.S. embassy in Mexico City and the consulates in Ciudad Juarez and Guadalajara.
Please see the section “Apply in person with CBP at a port of entry” for a TN checklist. If the TN worker earned their degree in Mexico, they must have their professional cedula from the Secretary of Public Education, Administrative Office for Professions / Careers.
If the TN visa application is approved, the TN worker can receive a one-year or four-year visa. The TN worker will be asked to pay a TN reciprocity fee of $79 or $357 USD based on the visa length selected.
When the TN worker enters the U.S., they will receive up to three (3) years of TN status. The TN worker can verify their TN status (I-94 admission record) online.
A TN employer can also file on behalf of a Mexican citizen who is inside the U.S. in valid status by submitting Form I-129 along with the Trade Agreement Supplement. The filing fee is $460 USD. For current processing times check here. Premium Processing is available for an additional fee of $2,500.
The Form I-129 can be filed as a change of employer if the TN worker is already in TN status for another employer, or as a change of status if the TN worker is in the U.S. in another status (such as F-1 or B-1). If approved, the TN worker will receive a new status document reflected the change of employer or status. Please note that an approval notice is NOT a visa. So, while the TN worker can now work for their TN employer, their ability to travel may be limited.
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Can my family come to U.S with me? Yes, a spouse and children under the age of 21 can apply for TD status (Canadian) or a TN visa (Mexican) to accompany the principal TN holder.
How long can my family stay in the U.S.? Spouses and children are entitled to the same visa and status length as the principal TN holder.
Can my spouse or children work in the U.S.? No, TD status does not grant work authorization.
Can my spouse or children attend school in the U.S.? Yes, TD status does allow a spouse and children to attend school in the U.S., including public school.
What if my spouse or children are not Mexican or Canadian citizens? As long as the principal TN holder is eligible for a TN visa or status, their spouse and children can receive a TD visa or status. Since Canadians are visa exempt, if their spouse or children are not Canadian citizens, they must apply for a TD visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate abroad.
A TN employer support letter must include the following:
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The profession of the applicant under Appendix 2 to Annex 16–A of Chapter 16 of the USMCA;
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A description of the professional activities, including a brief summary of daily job duties, if appropriate, in which the applicant will engage in for the United States employer/entity;
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The anticipated length of stay;
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The educational qualifications or appropriate credentials which demonstrate that the Canadian or Mexican citizen has professional level status; and
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The arrangements for remuneration for services to be rendered.
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General TN Requirements
Job Description: Accountants and auditors prepare and examine financial records, identify potential areas of opportunity and risk, and provide solutions for businesses and individuals. They ensure that financial records are accurate, that financial and data risks are evaluated, and that taxes are paid properly. They also assess financial operations and work to help ensure that organizations run efficiently.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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C.P.A., C.A., C.G.A., or C.M.A.
Education: Accountants and auditors typically need a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, such as business. Some employers prefer to hire applicants who have a master’s degree, either in accounting or in business administration with a concentration in accounting.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/accountants-and-auditors.htm
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Job Description: Architects plan and design houses, factories, office buildings, and other structures.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Architects typically need a bachelor's degree in architecture.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/architects.htm https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-1011.00-
Job Description: Computer systems analysts, sometimes called systems architects, study an organization’s current computer systems and procedures and design improvements to them. In doing so, these analysts help the organization operate more efficiently.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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Post-Secondary Diploma/Post-Secondary Certificate and three years experience.
Education: Computer systems analysts typically need a bachelor’s degree to enter the occupation. Studying a computer science or information systems field is common, although not always a requirement. Some firms hire job candidates who have a degree in business or liberal arts along with relevant skills.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-systems-analysts.htm
https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/15-1211.00
Notes: CSA category does not include programmers. A systems analyst is an information specialist who analyzes how data processing can be applied to the specific needs of users and who designs and implements computer-based processing systems. Systems analysts study the organization itself to identify its information needs and design computer systems which meet those needs. Although the systems analyst will do some programming, the TN category has not been expanded to include programmers.
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Job Description: Claims adjusters, appraisers, examiners, and investigators evaluate insurance claims. They decide whether an insurance company must pay a claim and if so, how much.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree and successful completion of training in the appropriate areas of insurance adjustment pertaining to disaster relief claims; or
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Three years’ experience in claims adjustment and successful completion of training in the appropriate areas of insurance adjustment pertaining to disaster relief claims.
Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required for a person to work as an entry-level claims adjuster or examiner. However, employers sometimes prefer to hire applicants who have a bachelor’s degree or some insurance-related work experience.
https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/13-1031.00
Notes: A Disaster Relief Insurance Claims Adjuster must submit documentation that there is a declared disaster event by the President of the United States, or a state statute, or a local ordinance, or an event at a site which has been assigned a catastrophe serial number by the Property Claims Service of the American Insurance Services Group, or, if property damage exceeds $5 million and represents a significant number of claims, by an association of insurance companies representing at least 15 percent of the property casualty market in the U.S.
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Job Description: Economists conduct research, prepare reports, and evaluate issues related to monetary and fiscal policy. They also may collect and analyze statistical data.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Candidates who have a bachelor’s degree with sufficient course credits in economics, statistics, or mathematics may qualify for some entry-level economist positions.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/economists.htm
https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-3011.00
Notes: The definition of Economist specifically excludes the occupations of market research analyst and marketing specialist. Furthermore, Economists and Financial Analysts are two separate occupations and Financial Analyst is likewise not an accepted TN profession.
Engineer
Job Description: The TN visa Engineer profession covers many engineering professions including: Aerospace, Agricultural, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical/Electronics, Environmental, Industrial, Marine, Materials, Mining/Geological, Nuclear, Petroleum, Mechanical, Automotive, Transportation, etc.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
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Job Description: The TN visa Engineer profession covers many engineering professions including: Aerospace, Agricultural, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Electrical/Electronics, Environmental, Industrial, Marine, Materials, Mining/Geological, Nuclear, Petroleum, Mechanical, Automotive, Transportation, etc.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
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Job Description: Software developers create the computer applications that allow users to do specific tasks and the underlying systems that run the devices or control networks. Software quality assurance analysts and testers design and execute software tests to identify problems and learn how the software works.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Software developers, quality assurance analysts, and testers typically need a bachelor's degree in computer and information technology or a related field, such as engineering or mathematics.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/software-developers.htm
https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/15-1252.00
Notes: An individual engaged in business activities as a “software engineer” at a professional level that requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree or state/provincial license may qualify under the profession of “engineer” under the NAFTA. The question is whether the individual possesses the requisite engineering degree or state/provincial license.
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Job Description: Conservation scientists and foresters manage the land quality of forests, parks, rangelands, and other natural resources.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: To enter their occupation, conservation scientists and foresters typically need a bachelor's degree in forestry, natural resources, or a related subject, such as agriculture or biology.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/conservation-scientists.htm
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Job Description: Graphic designers create visual concepts, using computer software or by hand, to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, and captivate consumers. They develop the overall layout and production design for applications such as advertisements, brochures, magazines, and reports.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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Post-Secondary Diploma/Post-Secondary Certificate and three years experience.
Education: Graphic designers typically need a bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related fine arts field. People who have a bachelor’s degree in another field may complete technical training in graphic design to meet most hiring qualifications.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/graphic-designers.htm
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Job Description: Hotel managers ensure that guests have a pleasant experience at a hotel, motel, or other type of facility with accommodations. Hotel managers also plan, direct, or coordinate activities to ensure that the facility is efficient and profitable.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate or Licenciatura Degree in hotel/restaurant management; or
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Post-Secondary Diploma or Post-Secondary Certificate in hotel/restaurant management, and three years experience in hotel/restaurant management.
Education: Hotel Managers need a bachelors degree in hotel or restaurant management or an associates in hotel or restaurant management and three years of experience in hotel or restaurant management.
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Job Description: Industrial designers develop the concepts for manufactured products, such as cars, home appliances, and toys. They combine art, business, and engineering to make products that people use every day. Industrial designers consider the function, aesthetics, production costs, and usability of products when developing new product concepts.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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Post-Secondary Diploma/Post-Secondary Certificate and three years experience.
Education: A bachelor’s degree is usually required for entry-level industrial design jobs. Common fields of degree include fine arts, engineering, or architecture.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/industrial-designers.htm
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Job Description: Interior designers make indoor spaces functional, safe, and beautiful by determining space requirements and selecting essential and decorative items, such as colors, lighting, and materials. They must be able to draw, read, and edit blueprints. They also must be aware of building codes, inspection regulations, and other considerations, such as accessibility standards.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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Post-Secondary Diploma/Post-Secondary Certificate and three years experience.
Education: Interior designers entering the occupation typically need a bachelor’s degree in any field, with fine arts subjects being most common.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/arts-and-design/interior-designers.htm
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Job Description: Surveyors make precise measurements to determine property boundaries. They provide data relevant to the shape and contour of the Earth’s surface for engineering, mapmaking, and construction projects.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Surveyors typically need a bachelor’s degree. A bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as engineering or natural resources, may be acceptable as well. They must be licensed before they can certify legal documents and provide surveying services to the public.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/surveyors.htm
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Job Description: Landscape architects design parks and the outdoor spaces of campuses, recreational facilities, businesses, private homes, and other open spaces.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Landscape architects typically need a bachelor's or master's degree in landscape architecture or a related field, such as architecture.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/architecture-and-engineering/landscape-architects.htm https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/17-1012.00Job Description: Librarians and library media specialists help people find information and conduct research for personal and professional use. Their job duties may change based on the type of setting they work in, such as public, school, or medical libraries.
TN Requirements: M.L.S. or B.L.S. (for which another Baccalaureate or Licenciatura Degree was a prerequisite).
Education: Librarians typically need a master’s degree in library science (MLS). School librarians and library media specialists typically need a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field, along with a teaching certificate; requirements vary by state.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/librarians.htm
Job Description: Management analysts, often called management consultants, recommend ways to improve an organization’s efficiency. They advise managers on how to make organizations more profitable through reduced costs and increased revenues. Management analysts often specialize in certain areas, such as inventory control or reorganizing corporate structures for efficiency. Some focus on a specific industry, such as healthcare or telecommunications. In government, management analysts usually specialize by type of agency.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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Equivalent professional experience as established by statement or professional credential attesting to five years experience as a management consultant; or
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Five years experience in a field of specialty related to the consulting agreement.
Education: A bachelor’s degree is the typical entry-level requirement for management analysts. Management analysts address a range of topics, and many fields of study provide a suitable educational background. Fields of bachelor's degree study may include business, social science, and engineering.
Notes: Management Consultants provide services which are directed toward improving the managerial, operating, and economic performance of public and private entities by analyzing and resolving strategic and operating problems and thereby improving the entity’s goals, objectives, policies, strategies, administration, organization, and operation.
Management consultants are usually (1) independent contractors providing services to the U.S. company or (2) employees of consulting firms providing services on behalf of the U.S company.
Management consultants providing services to the U.S company can be salaried employees only when they are not assuming existing positions or filling newly created positions. As a salaried employee of the U.S. company, they may only fill supernumerary temporary positions. On the other hand, if the employer is a U.S. management consulting firm, the employee may be coming temporarily to fill a permanent position.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/management-analysts.htm
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Job Description: Mathematicians and statisticians analyze data and apply computational techniques to solve problems.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Mathematicians and statisticians typically need at least a master’s degree in mathematics or statistics. However, some positions are available to those with a bachelor’s degree.
Notes: The term “Mathematician” includes the profession of Actuary. An Actuary must satisfy the necessary requirements to be recognized as an actuary by a professional actuarial association or society. A professional actuarial association or society means a professional actuarial association or society operating in the territory of at least one of the Parties.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/math/mathematicians-and-statisticians.htm https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/15-2021.00
Job Description: Range Managers research or study range land management practices to provide sustained production of forage, livestock, and wildlife.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Range Manager is a subset of Conservation Scientist. Conservation scientists and foresters typically need a bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resources, or a related field. The Society for Range Management offers certification in rangeland management or as a range management consultant to candidates who have a bachelor's degree in range management of a related field, related work experience, and passed an exam
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/conservation-scientists.htm
Job Description: Assist in laboratory, survey, and other research. May help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Job Description: The TN profession for Scientific Technician/Technologist covers many disciplines including: agricultural sciences, astronomy, biology, chemistry, engineering, forestry, geology, geophysics, meteorology, and physics.
TN Requirements: Possession of (a) theoretical knowledge of any of the following disciplines: agricultural sciences, astronomy, biology, chemistry, engineering, forestry, geology, geophysics, meteorology, or physics; and (b) the ability to solve practical problems in any of those disciplines, or the ability to apply principles of any of those disciplines to basic or applied research.
Education: Completion of at least two years of training in a relevant educational program.
Notes: The following principles will be used to evaluate the admissibility of scientific technician/technologist applicants.
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Individuals for whom scientific technicians/technologists wish to provide direct support must qualify as a professional in their own right in one of the following fields: agricultural sciences, astronomy, biology, chemistry, engineering, forestry, geology, geophysics, meteorology, or physics.
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A general offer of employment by such a professional is not sufficient, by itself, to qualify for admission as a Scientific Technician or Technologist (ST/T). The offer must demonstrate that the work of the ST/T will be inter-related with that of the supervisory professional. That is, the work of the ST/T must be managed, coordinated and reviewed by the professional supervisor, and must also provide input to the supervisory professional’s own work.
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The ST/T’s theoretical knowledge should generally have been acquired through the successful completion of at least two years of training in a relevant educational program. Such training may be documented by presentation of a diploma, a certificate, or a transcript accompanied by evidence of relevant work experience.
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U.S. authorities will rely on the Department of Labor’s Occupational Outlook Handbook to establish whether proposed job functions are consistent with those of a scientific or engineering technician or technologist. ST/Ts should not be admitted to perform job functions that are primarily associated with other job titles.
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Not admissible as ST/Ts are persons intending to do work that is normally done by the construction trades (welders, boiler makers, carpenters, electricians, etc.), even where these trades are specialized to a particular industry (e.g., aircraft, power distribution, etc.)
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Job Description: Social workers help individuals, groups, and families prevent and cope with problems in their everyday lives. Clinical social workers diagnose and treat mental, behavioral, and emotional problems.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Social workers typically need a bachelor’s or master’s degree in social work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. They also may need a license; specific requirements vary by state.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/community-and-social-service/social-workers.htm https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/21-1023.00
Job Description: Conservation scientists and foresters manage the land quality of forests, parks, rangelands, and other natural resources.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: To enter their occupation, conservation scientists and foresters typically need a bachelor's degree in forestry, natural resources, or a related subject, such as agriculture or biology.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/conservation-scientists.htm
Job Description: Technical writers, also called technical communicators, prepare instruction manuals, how-to guides, journal articles, and other supporting documents to communicate complex and technical information more easily. They also develop, gather, and disseminate technical information through an organization’s communications channels.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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Post-Secondary Diploma or Post-Secondary Certificate, and three years experience.
Education: Employers generally prefer candidates who have a bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, or a related field. Technical writing jobs may require candidates to have knowledge of a technical field, such as engineering or computer and information technology.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/media-and-communication/technical-writers.htm
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Job Description: Urban and regional planners develop land use plans and programs that help create communities, accommodate population growth, and revitalize physical facilities in towns, cities, counties, and metropolitan areas.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Urban and regional planners need a master’s degree from an accredited planning program to qualify for most positions.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/urban-and-regional-planners.htm
Job Description: Vocational Counselors provide guidance and assistance to individuals seeking employment, matching job seekers with available opportunities based on education, expertise, and skills.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Counselors typically must have a bachelor’s degree in counseling or a related field.
General TN Professions
Job Description: Dentists diagnose and treat problems with patients’ teeth, gums, and related parts of the mouth. They provide advice and instruction on taking care of the teeth and gums and on diet choices that affect oral health.
TN Requirements:
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D.S., D.M.D., Doctor en Odontologia or Doctor en Cirugia Dental; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Dentists must be licensed in the state in which they work. Licensure requirements vary by state, although candidates usually must have a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry/Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from an accredited dental program and pass written and clinical exams. Dentists who practice in a specialty area must complete postdoctoral training.
Note: Licensure to practice a given profession in the United States is a post-entry requirement subject to enforcement by the appropriate state or other sub-federal authority.
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Job Description: Dietitians and nutritionists are experts in the use of food and nutrition to promote health and manage disease. They plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to help people lead healthy lives.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Dietitians and nutritionists typically need a bachelor's or higher degree in dietetics, food and nutrition, or a related field to enter the occupation.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dietitians-and-nutritionists.htm https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-1031.00-
Job Description: Clinical laboratory technologists (also known as medical laboratory scientists) and clinical laboratory technicians (also known as medical laboratory technicians) perform medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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Post-Secondary Diploma or Post-Secondary Certificate, and three years experience.
Education: Clinical laboratory technologists typically earn a bachelor's degree in medical technology or a related life sciences field, such as biology or chemistry. Clinical laboratory technicians typically complete an associate's degree program in clinical laboratory science.
Note: Must be seeking temporary entry to perform in a laboratory chemical, biological, hematological, immunologic, microscopic or bacteriological tests and analyses for diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of diseases.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/clinical-laboratory-technologists-and-technicians.htm
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Job Description: Dietitians and nutritionists are experts in the use of food and nutrition to promote health and manage disease. They plan and conduct food service or nutritional programs to help people lead healthy lives.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Dietitians and nutritionists typically need a bachelor's or higher degree in dietetics, food and nutrition, or a related field to enter the occupation.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/dietitians-and-nutritionists.htm
Job Description: Occupational therapists evaluate and treat people who have injuries, illnesses, or disabilities. They help clients meet goals to develop, recover, improve, and maintain skills needed for daily living and working.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Occupational therapists typically need a master’s degree in occupational therapy to enter the occupation.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/occupational-therapists.htm
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Job Description: Pharmacists dispense prescription medications and provide information to patients about the drugs and their use. They also advise physicians and other healthcare workers on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications to treat health problems. They may help patients with their overall health through activities such as providing immunizations.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Pharmacists typically need a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited pharmacy program. Every state requires pharmacists to be licensed.
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M.D. or Doctor en Medicina | State or provincial license
Job description: Physicians and surgeons diagnose and treat injuries or illnesses and address health maintenance. Physicians examine patients; take medical histories; prescribe medications; and order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests. They often counsel patients on diet, hygiene, and preventive healthcare. Surgeons operate on patients to treat injuries, such as broken bones; diseases, such as cancerous tumors; and deformities, such as cleft palates.
TN Requirements:
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M.D. or Doctor en Medicina; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Physicians and surgeons typically need a bachelor’s degree as well as a degree from a medical school, which takes an additional 4 years to complete. Depending on their specialty, they also need 3 to 9 years in internship and residency programs. Subspecialization includes additional training in a fellowship of 1 to 3 years.
Note: Physicians may not engage in direct patient care. Patient care that is incidental teaching and/or research is permissible. Patient care is incidental when it is casually incurred in conjunction with the physician’s teaching or research. To determine if the patient care will incidental, factors such as the amount of time spent in patient care relative to teaching and/or research, whether the physician receives compensation for such services, whether the salary offer is so substantial in teaching and/or research that direct patient care is unlikely, or whether the physician will have a regular patient load, should be considered by the officer.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/physicians-and-surgeons.htm
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Job Description: Physical therapists help injured or ill people improve movement and manage pain. They are often an important part of preventive care, rehabilitation, and treatment for patients with chronic conditions, illnesses, or injuries.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Physical therapists entering the occupation need a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree. All states require physical therapists to be licensed.
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Job Description: Psychologists study cognitive, emotional, and social processes and behavior by observing, interpreting, and recording how people relate to one another and to their environments. They use their findings to help improve processes and behaviors.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Although psychologists typically need a doctoral degree in psychology, a master’s degree may be sufficient for school and industrial organizational positions. Psychologists in clinical practice need a license.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/psychologists.htm
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Baccalaureate or Licenciatura Degree | N/A
Job Description: Recreational therapists plan, direct, and coordinate recreation-based medical treatment programs to help maintain or improve patients’ physical, social, and emotional well-being. These therapists use a variety of techniques, including art expression; drama, music, and dance; sports and games; aquatics; and community outings.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Recreational therapists typically need a bachelor’s degree in a healthcare field, such as recreational therapy, or in recreation and fitness.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/recreational-therapists.htm
Job description: Registered nurses (RNs) provide and coordinate patient care, educate patients and the public about various health conditions, and provide advice and emotional support to patients and their families.
TN Requirements:
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Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Registered nurses usually take one of three education paths: a bachelor’s degree in nursing, an associate’s degree in nursing, or a diploma from an approved nursing program. Registered nurses must be licensed.
Note: Registered nurses must demonstrate eligibility by providing a provincial or state license or Licenciatura degree. However, in order to be admitted, the registered nurse must present a permanent state license, a temporary state license, or other temporary authorization to work as a registered nurse, issued by the state nursing board in the state of intended employment. Admission of nurses should not be limited to the expiration date of either document. In addition, registered nurses must present a certificate from the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) or an equivalent credentialing organization.
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Job Description: Veterinarians care for the health of animals and work to protect public health. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals.
TN Requirements:
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D.V.M., D.M.V., or Doctor en Veterinaria; or
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State/provincial license.
Education: Veterinarians must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited veterinary college, as well as a state license.
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Medical/Allied TN Professionals
Job Description: Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Agriculturists typically require a Bachelors degree in Agriculture Science or related field required; graduate degree preferred.
Job Description: Animal breeders select and breed animals according to their genealogy, characteristics, and offspring. May require knowledge of artificial insemination techniques and equipment use. May involve keeping records on heats, birth intervals, or pedigree.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Job Description: Animal Scientists conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Job Description: Animal breeders select and breed animals according to their genealogy, characteristics, and offspring. May require knowledge of artificial insemination techniques and equipment use. May involve keeping records on heats, birth intervals, or pedigree.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Job Description: Animal Scientists conduct research in the genetics, nutrition, reproduction, growth, and development of domestic farm animals.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Job Description: Apiculturists, or Beekeepers, specialize in the care and management of bee colonies. The Department of Labor categorizes Apiculturist under Agricultural and Food Scientists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Agricultural and food scientists need at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited postsecondary institution, although many earn advanced degrees. Some animal scientists earn a doctor of veterinary medicine (DVM) degree.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/agricultural-and-food-scientists.htm
Job Description: Astronomers study planets, stars, and other celestial bodies. They use ground-based equipment, such as optical telescopes, and space-based equipment, such as the Hubble Space Telescope. Some astronomers study distant galaxies and phenomena such as black holes and neutron stars. Others monitor space debris that could interfere with satellite operations.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Astronomers typically need a bachelor’s degree in astronomy, a physical science or a related field, such as engineering.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/physicists-and-astronomers.htm
Job Description: Biochemists study the chemical and physical principles of living things and of biological processes, such as cell development, growth, heredity, and disease.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Biochemists typically have a bachelor’s degree in biochemistry or a related field, such as biology, physical science, or engineering.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/biochemists-and-biophysicists.htm
Job Description: Biologists research or study basic principles of plant and animal life, such as origin, relationship, development, anatomy, and functions.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Zoologists and wildlife biologists typically need a bachelor’s degree to enter the occupation. Students may pursue a degree in zoology, wildlife biology, or a related field, such as natural resources. Some students major in biology and take coursework in zoology and wildlife biology.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/zoologists-and-wildlife-biologists.htm
Job Description: Chemists research and analyze the chemical properties of substances to develop new materials, products, or knowledge.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Chemists and materials scientists typically need a bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related physical science field.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/chemists-and-materials-scientists.htm
Job Description: Dairy Scientists conduct research in selection, breeding, feeding, and management of dairy cattle. Study feed requirements of dairy animals and nutritive value of feed materials. Experiment with feed and environmental conditions on milk produced. Develop improved care and management of dairy herd and equipment. The Department of Labor categorizes Dairy Scientists under Animal Scientists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Dairy Scientists usually study biology, animal science, or veterinary medicine.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/agricultural-and-food-scientists.htm
Job Description: Entomologists study insects and their relation to plant and animal life. Aid in control and elimination of agricultural, structural, and forest pests by developing new and improved pesticides and cultural and biological methods. The Department of Labor categorizes Entomologists under Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Entomologists typically need a bachelor’s degree to enter the occupation. Students may pursue a degree in zoology, wildlife biology, or a related field, such as natural resources. Some students major in biology and take coursework in zoology and wildlife biology.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/zoologists-and-wildlife-biologists.htm
Job Description: Epidemiologists are public health workers who investigate patterns and causes of disease and injury. They seek to reduce the risk and occurrence of negative health outcomes through research, community education and health policy.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Epidemiologists need at least a bachelor’s degree. The degree may be in a range of fields or specializations, although a degree in public health with an emphasis in epidemiology is common. Other fields include biology, public policy and social services, or social science.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/epidemiologists.htm
https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-1041.00
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Entomologists typically need a bachelor’s degree to enter the occupation. Students may pursue a degree in zoology, wildlife biology, or a related field, such as natural resources. Some students major in biology and take coursework in zoology and wildlife biology.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/zoologists-and-wildlife-biologists.htm
Job Description: Geneticists research and study the inheritance of traits at the molecular, organism or population level. May evaluate or treat patients with genetic disorders.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Programs that can prepare a Geneticist are anatomy, animal genetics, animal physiology, aquatic biology/limnology and behavioral neuroscience.
Job Description: Geochemists study the composition, structure, processes, and other physical aspects of the Earth. They examine the distribution of chemical elements in rocks and minerals, and the movement of these elements into soil and water systems. The Department of Labor categorizes Geochemist under Geoscientists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Geochemists typically need a bachelor’s degree in geoscience or a related field, such as physical science or natural resources.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/geoscientists.htm
Job Description: Geologists study the materials, processes, and history of the Earth. They investigate how rocks were formed and what has happened to them since their formation. There are subgroups of geologists as well, such as stratigraphers, who study stratified rock, and mineralogists, who study the structure and composition of minerals. The Department of Labor categorizes Geologist under Geoscientists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Geologists typically need a bachelor’s degree in geoscience or a related field, such as physical science or natural resources.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/geoscientists.htm
Job Description: Geophysicists combine the sciences of geology and physics to locate resources such as oil and gas, mineral deposits, water, and energy resources. They also study the internal structure and evolution of the earth, the ocean, and other physical features to predict earthquakes, erosion, volcanoes, and more. Oceanographers study the motion and circulation of ocean waters; the physical and chemical properties of the oceans; and the ways these properties affect coastal areas, climate, and weather. The Department of Labor categorizes Geophysicists under Geoscientists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Geophysicists typically need a bachelor’s degree in geoscience or a related field, such as physical science or natural resources.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/geoscientists.htm
Job Description: Horticulturists are professionals trained in the science of plant cultivation and production who work to oversee and improve the growth of quality food plants, ornamental plants, and medicinal plants. The Department of Labor categorizes Horticulturist under Soil and Plant Scientists and Agricultural and Food Scientists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Horticulturists typically need a bachelor's degree in agriculture or a related field, such as biology or chemistry.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/agricultural-and-food-scientists.htm
Job Description: Meteorologists study the weather and climate. They may compile data, prepare reports and forecasts, and assist in developing new data collection instruments. The Department of Labor categorizes Meteorologists under Atmospheric and Space Scientists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Meteorologists typically need a bachelor’s degree in meteorology or a related physical science. In addition to meteorology and atmospheric science, course requirements may include physics, mathematics, and computer programming.
Job description: Medical scientists conduct research aimed at improving overall human health. They often use clinical trials and other investigative methods to reach their findings. Pharmacologists research new drug therapies for health problems, such as seizure disorders and Alzheimer’s disease. The Department of Labor categorizes Pharmacologists under Medical Scientists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Pharmacologists typically have a bachelor's degree in biology or a related physical science field, such as chemistry.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/medical-scientists.htm
Job description: Physicists study the interactions of matter and energy. Theoretical physicists and astronomers may study the nature of time or the origin of the universe. Some physicists design and perform experiments with sophisticated equipment such as particle accelerators, electron microscopes, and lasers.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate or Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Physicists typically need a bachelor’s degree in physical science or a related field, such as engineering.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/physicists-and-astronomers.htm https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-2012.00
Job Description: Plant Breeders study seed characteristics and work to improve those characteristics that are most desirable for a plant, such as yield, size, quality, maturity and resistance to frost, drought, disease and insects. The Department of Labor categorizes Plant Breeders under Soil and Plant Scientists and Agricultural and Food Scientists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate or Lice`nciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Plant Breeders typically need a bachelor's degree in agriculture or a related field, such as biology or chemistry.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/agricultural-and-food-scientists.htm
Job Description: Poultry Scientists conduct research in selection, breeding, feeding, and management of poultry. Study feed requirements of poultry and nutritive value of feed materials. Experiment with feed and environmental conditions on eggs and meat produced. Develop improved care and management of poultry and equipment. The Department of Labor categorizes Poultry Scientists under Animal Scientists and Agricultural and Food Scientsts.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Poultry Scientists usually study biology, animal science, or veterinary medicine.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/agricultural-and-food-scientists.htm
Job description: Soil Scientists examine the composition of soil, how it affects plant or crop growth, and how alternative soil treatments affect crop productivity. They develop methods of conserving and managing soil that farmers and forestry companies can use. Because soil science is closely related to environmental science, people trained in soil science also work to ensure environmental quality and effective land use. The Department of Labor categorizes Soil Scientists under Soil and Plant Scientists and Agricultural and Food Scientists.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Soil Scientists typically need a bachelor's degree in agriculture or a related field, such as biology or chemistry.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/agricultural-and-food-scientists.htm https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-1013.00
Job Description: Zoologists study animals, those both in captivity and in the wild, and how they interact with their ecosystems. They focus primarily on undomesticated animals and their behavior, as well as on the impact humans have on wildlife and natural habitats.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate/Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Zoologists typically need a bachelor’s degree in zoology, wildlife biology, or a related field, such as natural resources. Some students major in biology and take coursework in zoology and wildlife biology.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/zoologists-and-wildlife-biologists.htm
Scientist
Job description: Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a variety of academic subjects beyond the high school level. They may also conduct research and publish scholarly papers and books.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate or Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Educational requirements vary with the subject taught and the type of educational institution. Typically, college professors must have a Ph.D. or other doctoral degree in their field. However, a master's degree may be enough for some postsecondary teachers at community colleges. Other postsecondary teachers may need work experience in their field of expertise.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/postsecondary-teachers.htm
Job description: Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate or Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Job description: Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a variety of academic subjects beyond the high school level. They may also conduct research and publish scholarly papers and books.
TN Requirements: Baccalaureate or Licenciatura Degree in a closely related field.
Education: Educational requirements vary with the subject taught and the type of educational institution. Typically, university professors must have a Ph.D. or other doctoral degree in their field. However, a master's degree may be enough for some postsecondary teachers at community colleges. Other postsecondary teachers may need work experience in their field of expertise.
https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/postsecondary-teachers.htm
Teacher
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