Learning And Development Specialist Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Learning and Development Specialists can find H-1B visa sponsorship across corporate training, healthcare, and tech sectors. Most roles require a bachelor's degree in HR, education, or a related field, and qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Medical Education
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$64,972.00 - $97,458.00
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Learning Specialist will provide academic support to Albany Medical College students and residents. The Learning Specialist will evaluate and provide advice on study skills, time management, test-taking strategy, and managing test anxiety. Students and residents may request academic assistance or be referred when they experience academic difficulties as measured on course examinations, in-training examinations, licensing examinations, and clinical performance evaluations.
MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Masters Degree, PhD preferred
- 3 years’ experience in higher education student support positions
- Experience in graduate level higher education preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a documented ability to interact with Staff, Students, and Faculty
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organize complex tasks
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
- Appointed by the Dean of the Albany Medical College/Executive Vice President for Health Affairs of the Albany Medical Center, upon advice and consent of the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Albany Medical College
- Reports to the Senior Associate Dean of Medical Education
- Represents the Albany Medical College at the Albany Medical Center level or outside the College and Center at the request of the Vice Dean for Academic Administration
Position Summary
The Learning Specialist will provide academic support to Albany Medical College students and residents. The Learning Specialist will evaluate and provide advice on study skills, time management, test-taking strategy, and managing test anxiety. Students and residents may request academic assistance or be referred when they experience academic difficulties as measured on course examinations, in-training examinations, licensing examinations, and clinical performance evaluations.
Responsibilities
The Learning Specialist is based in the Patient Safety and Clinical Competency Center. The Learning Specialist will design and implement academic support services and learning resource programs for medical and graduate students and residents in all years of training. The Learning Specialist will work with the learner and the appropriate people from the learner’s program (advising dean, the assistant dean for years 1&2/3&4, residency program director, graduate director). The Learning Specialist will coordinate academic support and remediation planning for students and residents, align support programs and services with accreditation and curriculum requirements, track student outcomes, and identify academic interventions to support student success. The Learning Specialist will refer students who may require Neuropsychiatric testing, psychiatric evaluation, or psychological counseling to the appropriate professional.
DUTIES
- Meet with students during orientation to proactively assess skills, potential weaknesses, and optimize performance in the curriculum.
- Develop and implement required workshops for students in the areas of Time Management, Effective Study Strategies, Examination Preparation, and Performance.
- Coordinate academic support services and programs for all USMLE Step exams, and other exams required for students.
- Work with faculty in the medical and graduate programs to design an early identification process for “at-risk” students.
- Collaborate with academic faculty to provide faculty resources and support for student remediation needs.
- Represent academic support services at meetings, seminars, or conferences, such as Northeast Group on Educational Affairs or other professional societies addressing student success. Continuing education and knowledge of current trends, student needs, and innovative support services is important to meeting the needs of medical and graduate students and residents.
- Evaluate and recommend the purchase of supplemental learning resources for medical students, graduate students, and residents.
- Coordination and oversight for the learning resources budget, annual planning for learning resource needs and program costs, and appropriate tracking of expenses throughout the year.
WHY THIS POSITION IS NEEDED
Students require support and assistance to successfully meet the academic requirements. It is an accreditation requirement of LCME to provide academic support to medical students.
Timely communication and responsiveness to student needs and questions is critically important to this position. Students meet academic standards to achieve educational and career goals.
Assisting students who experience academic difficulties and challenges will support student improvement within the curriculum.
Assisting students in developing a plan to address and/or remediate academic difficulties will support students in remaining “on track” within the academic program.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
Department/Unit:
Medical Education
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$64,972.00 - $97,458.00
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The Learning Specialist will provide academic support to Albany Medical College students and residents. The Learning Specialist will evaluate and provide advice on study skills, time management, test-taking strategy, and managing test anxiety. Students and residents may request academic assistance or be referred when they experience academic difficulties as measured on course examinations, in-training examinations, licensing examinations, and clinical performance evaluations.
MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Masters Degree, PhD preferred
- 3 years’ experience in higher education student support positions
- Experience in graduate level higher education preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a documented ability to interact with Staff, Students, and Faculty
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organize complex tasks
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
- Appointed by the Dean of the Albany Medical College/Executive Vice President for Health Affairs of the Albany Medical Center, upon advice and consent of the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Albany Medical College
- Reports to the Senior Associate Dean of Medical Education
- Represents the Albany Medical College at the Albany Medical Center level or outside the College and Center at the request of the Vice Dean for Academic Administration
Position Summary
The Learning Specialist will provide academic support to Albany Medical College students and residents. The Learning Specialist will evaluate and provide advice on study skills, time management, test-taking strategy, and managing test anxiety. Students and residents may request academic assistance or be referred when they experience academic difficulties as measured on course examinations, in-training examinations, licensing examinations, and clinical performance evaluations.
Responsibilities
The Learning Specialist is based in the Patient Safety and Clinical Competency Center. The Learning Specialist will design and implement academic support services and learning resource programs for medical and graduate students and residents in all years of training. The Learning Specialist will work with the learner and the appropriate people from the learner’s program (advising dean, the assistant dean for years 1&2/3&4, residency program director, graduate director). The Learning Specialist will coordinate academic support and remediation planning for students and residents, align support programs and services with accreditation and curriculum requirements, track student outcomes, and identify academic interventions to support student success. The Learning Specialist will refer students who may require Neuropsychiatric testing, psychiatric evaluation, or psychological counseling to the appropriate professional.
DUTIES
- Meet with students during orientation to proactively assess skills, potential weaknesses, and optimize performance in the curriculum.
- Develop and implement required workshops for students in the areas of Time Management, Effective Study Strategies, Examination Preparation, and Performance.
- Coordinate academic support services and programs for all USMLE Step exams, and other exams required for students.
- Work with faculty in the medical and graduate programs to design an early identification process for “at-risk” students.
- Collaborate with academic faculty to provide faculty resources and support for student remediation needs.
- Represent academic support services at meetings, seminars, or conferences, such as Northeast Group on Educational Affairs or other professional societies addressing student success. Continuing education and knowledge of current trends, student needs, and innovative support services is important to meeting the needs of medical and graduate students and residents.
- Evaluate and recommend the purchase of supplemental learning resources for medical students, graduate students, and residents.
- Coordination and oversight for the learning resources budget, annual planning for learning resource needs and program costs, and appropriate tracking of expenses throughout the year.
WHY THIS POSITION IS NEEDED
Students require support and assistance to successfully meet the academic requirements. It is an accreditation requirement of LCME to provide academic support to medical students.
Timely communication and responsiveness to student needs and questions is critically important to this position. Students meet academic standards to achieve educational and career goals.
Assisting students who experience academic difficulties and challenges will support student improvement within the curriculum.
Assisting students in developing a plan to address and/or remediate academic difficulties will support students in remaining “on track” within the academic program.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Learning And Development Specialist
Target industries with dedicated L&D budgets
Large enterprises in healthcare, finance, and technology maintain structured training departments and are far more likely to sponsor visas for Learning and Development roles than small businesses or startups without formal HR infrastructure.
Frame your degree as a direct match
USCIS requires your degree field to align with the role. A background in instructional design, organizational psychology, human resources, or education strengthens your specialty occupation case and reduces the risk of an H-1B denial.
Highlight measurable training outcomes
Sponsoring employers need to justify the petition to USCIS. Quantifying your impact, such as completion rates, knowledge retention scores, or reduced onboarding time, makes you a stronger candidate worth the sponsorship investment.
Pursue roles with LMS or eLearning platform experience
Employers consistently sponsor L&D Specialists who bring technical skills in platforms like Workday Learning or Cornerstone. Technical specialization strengthens the specialty occupation argument and differentiates you from general HR candidates.
Engage HR leadership early in the offer process
Sponsorship decisions are often made before an offer is extended. Raising it directly with the hiring manager or HR business partner early avoids late-stage surprises and identifies whether the company has sponsored before.
Browse visa-sponsoring L&D employers on Migrate Mate
Rather than filtering through general job boards, use Migrate Mate to find Learning and Development roles at companies that have an active sponsorship history, saving you time and improving your chances of a successful application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Learning and Development Specialist role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Learning and Development Specialist positions generally qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa rules when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as instructional design, human resources, education, or organizational development. Roles that accept any degree regardless of field can face USCIS scrutiny, so the job description wording matters significantly.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my L&D Specialist visa?
Most sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in human resources, instructional design, education, organizational psychology, or a closely related field. A general business degree may be accepted if your coursework heavily emphasized training and development. Employers and immigration attorneys look for a direct relationship between your degree field and the specific duties of the L&D role.
How competitive is H-1B sponsorship for Learning and Development roles compared to tech jobs?
L&D Specialist roles appear far less frequently in H-1B filings than software engineering positions, which means less competition within the occupation itself. However, the overall H-1B lottery applies regardless of job title, so your odds depend on the annual cap selection rate. Companies in healthcare, financial services, and large enterprise tech file the most L&D-related petitions.
Can I find Learning and Development Specialist jobs that sponsor visas on Migrate Mate?
Yes. Migrate Mate is designed specifically for international candidates seeking visa sponsorship and lists Learning and Development roles at employers with documented sponsorship history. Filtering by this job title on Migrate Mate surfaces opportunities where sponsorship is a realistic option, rather than requiring you to guess which employers will consider it.
Does prior L&D experience in another country count toward H-1B eligibility?
Yes, international work experience in learning and development can substitute for a portion of the degree requirement under USCIS rules, with three years of relevant experience equating to one year of education. If your degree is from a non-U.S. institution, a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved organization confirms its U.S. equivalency, which your employer's immigration attorney will typically arrange.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Learning And Development Specialist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.