This two day workshop is designed for SEVIS Alternative/Responsible Officers who are looking for an intensive immersion into all aspects of the J-1 Exchange Program.  It is anticipated that participants who have completed both days of the workshop will have an expert understanding of the rules and regulations of the J-1 Exchange Program and how to administer their programs.

Day 1 — Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 – Student Program Administration

10:00 a.m. EST – 4:30 p.m. EST

Conducted via Zoom

Day 1 of the workshop will focus on the J-1 Exchange Student category and will address:

• Government issues
• Program administration
• Student sub-categories
• Selection process and criteria
• SEVIS and completion of the DS-2019 for a student
• Visa issues
• Pre and post arrival information
• Maintaining status
• Travel
• Extension
• Transfer
• Ending vs termination
• Change of status
• Correction of the record
• Student employment

Day 2 — Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023  – Scholar/Professor Program Administration

10:00 a.m. EST – 4:30 p.m. EST

Conducted via Zoom

Day 2 of this  workshop will focus on the J-1 Scholar/Professor categories and will address:

• J-1 Program Administration
• Professor, Research Scholar, Short term Scholar and Specialist categories
• Differences among these categories
• Selection process and criteria
• 212(e) and Skills List
• 12 month and 24 month bars
• Pre and post arrival information
• Required orientation and insurance
• Maintaining status
• Travel
• Extension
• Transfer
• Occasional Lectures
• Correct the record and reinstatement
• Waivers
• J-2 dependent
• Annual report
• SEVIS and recent Version Updates
• Gray area issues implementing J programs and policies
• Update on Department of State issues

To register or for additional information, call (215.300.1507) or email us at info@seviseducation.com.