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Specified Skill Evaluation Test, Seizing Opportunities Abroad! 〜Open the door to work in Japan!

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Specified Skill Evaluation Test, Seizing Opportunities Abroad! 〜Open the door to work in Japan!
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🌟 Introduction: the importance of the specific skills system and overseas examinations

Special Skills Systemis a status of residence that allows foreign nationals with a certain level of expertise and skills in a specific field to enter Japan in order to alleviate Japan's labor shortage (see below).Specified Skills 1(・・2号). The first step for foreigners who wish to work in Japan is to prove the level of skills required by this system.

Significance of taking the exam abroadThe first is that it is possible to prove your skill level before coming to Japan, which can be advantageous in local recruitment activities and facilitate your preparation for work in Japan.

🌍 Overseas Implementation of Specific Skills Evaluation Examinations

1. countries/regions and target areas

Specific skills evaluation tests are also actively conducted outside Japan.

  • country of implementation: This program is implemented mainly in major sending countries such as the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar, and others.
  • target area: A wide range of tests are conducted abroad in construction, food service, lodging, manufacturing, and other areas.
  • What's New: Specific dates and locations of the examinations will be announced in the field-specificOfficial website of the testing organizationIt is necessary to check with the Many of the exams areCBT (Computer Based Testing) methodThe examination is conducted in a fair and efficient manner.

2. basic eligibility requirements

  • basicallyDoes not have Japanese citizenshipMust be a foreigner.
  • In many cases, on the day of the examination17 years old or 18 years old or older(2) The company shall be
  • Must be willing to work in Japan.

Examination in Japan with a Temporary Visitor's Visa

You may have missed an opportunity to take the exam overseas or wish to make last minute preparations in Japan,short stayIt is also possible to enter Japan and take the examination in Japan with the status of residence of

⚠️ Important items to note

  1. Permitted to take the examination; visa changes are not permitted in principle.: Those with "Temporary Visa" status can take the examination if they meet the eligibility requirements, but after passing the examination,In principle, it is not permitted to change the status of residence to "Specified Technical Skills" in Japan.The following is a list of the most common problems with the
  2. As a rule, you need to return to your home country once.After passing the examination, an application for a Specified Technical Visa must, in principle, be made to theOnce you return to your home country, you can do so at a local diplomatic mission abroad (embassy or consulate).It is necessary to
  3. Purpose of Visa ApplicationThe visa for short-term stay is issued for the purpose of "sightseeing, visiting relatives," etc., and the main purpose of the visa is not to "take the specified skills test",Risk of visa denialThere are When applying for a visa, it is important to plan according to the original purpose of your short stay.

💡 Preparation and key points for a successful examination

  1. Gathering accurate information:
    • I want to take the examfield(at sentence-end, falling tone) indicates a confident conclusionOfficial website of the testing organization(e.g., OCFC for the construction field) as a top priority to ensure that you have the most up-to-date exam outlines, dates, and fees.
  2. Passing two exams is required.:
    • skills assessment test(Department and practical skills)
    • Japanese Language Test(The Japan Foundation Test of Basic Japanese (JFT-Basic) or the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N4 or above)
  3. Planned study measures:
    • The applicant will prepare for the skills test by using past exam questions and textbooks published by the implementing agency. In particular, the practical skills test requires knowledge of specific tasks in the field.
    • Since Japanese language proficiency is a prerequisite, students will aim to pass the JLPT N4 or JFT-Basic in parallel.

🚀 Summary: Steps for the Future

Passing the Specific Skills Assessment Test will help you build a stable career in Japan.A Big First StepIt is. Whether you choose to take the exam abroad or in Japan with a short-stay visa,Gathering accurate informationandPlanned learningis the key to success. Take the right steps and get your ticket to work in Japan.

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