Addressing the Technician Shortage in the Appliance Repair Market
The appliance repair market has been expanding at an impressive CAGR of around 10% globally, driven by increasing consumer preferences for repair over replacement. Despite this rise in demand, there is a critical shortage of technicians to meet the growing needs. How Pro Academy, run by Shigotonin Co., Ltd. in Ginza, Tokyo, is making strides in addressing this issue through their hands-on training programs.
Launching Practical Training Programs
How Pro has commenced a practical training course for appliance repairs in five major locations across Japan: Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya, and Sapporo. This program emphasizes the learning of air conditioner and washing machine repair skills from scratch, requiring as little as two days to complete. The goal is to empower participants to earn an annual income of 10 million yen by becoming skilled technicians capable of handling both types of appliances, referred to as the