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Must
have a degree or professional certificate from a foreign
post-secondary academic institution and at least one year of prior
related work experience in his/her occupational field acquired
outside the United States, OR
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Must
have at least five years of related-work experience gained outside
the United States in his/her occupational field, and who enters the
United States to participate in a structured and guided work-based
Training Program in his/her specific occupational field.
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Apply for programs
related only to their studies and/or professional experience
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Maximum age is not a
requirement
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Demonstrate English
proficiency
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Participate in a
documented in-person interview
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Apply for the J-1 visa
in their home country
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Get government-mandated
sickness and accident insurance through the YMCA
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Enter the U.S. on the
J-1 visa (change of status within the U.S. is not permitted)
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Have sufficient
personal funds or financial support for round-trip airfare and
living expenses for the duration of stay
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Leave the U.S. at the
end of the program
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Maximum stay 18 months |
