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Meiko Career Partners & Okinawa's Japanese Learning Initiative

In a significant development, Meiko Career Partners, a subsidiary of Meiko Network Japan, has been chosen for Okinawa's Japanese Learning Support Project for Foreign Workers in the fiscal year 2023. This initiative aims to offer educational resources to local businesses struggling with the demand for Japanese language training among their foreign employees.

As many companies today grapple with staffing shortages, the integration of foreign workers has become increasingly crucial. However, facilitating adequate language training has proven to be a challenge for many employers. The Japanese Learning Support Project aims to address this issue by providing e-learning systems and blended learning environments, making it easier for foreign workers to learn Japanese.

Details of the Initiative

The project, titled “Okinawa Prefecture Foreign Workers Japanese Learning Support Project for FY 2023,” is specifically designed for businesses that employ foreign workers holding specific skills visas such as Type 1 Specified Skilled Worker and Technical Intern Training. Through this initiative, 300 e-learning accounts will be made available free of charge, allowing for customized and efficient learning experiences.

Alongside this, Meiko Career Partners will provide ongoing support to both the participating companies and the learners to ensure sustained engagement and effective learning outcomes. This holistic approach is expected to enhance job retention rates among foreign employees across various sectors in Okinawa.

Five Strengths of Japany e-Learning

Meiko Career Partners' Japanese learning platform, Japany, has several unique features that contribute to its effectiveness:
1. High-Quality Content: Developed by dedicated Japanese language instructors, the curriculum offered by Japany is systematic and supported by concise instructional videos, allowing efficient language acquisition.
2. Diverse Learning Resources: The platform boasts over 1,400 videos that cater to various levels, including JLPT preparation from N5 to N1, industry-specific business Japanese, and measures for new regulations concerning specified skills.
3. Visualization of Progress: Upon initial login, learners take a diagnostic test that highlights their current proficiency and areas for improvement. Frequent quizzes and assessments help track their learning progress.
4. Management Dashboard for Companies: The platform includes a management dashboard enabling employers to visualize metrics such as login rates, study hours, and test scores, simplifying the oversight of employee learning.
5. Multilingual Support: The interface supports 12 languages, including English and Vietnamese, and provides multilingual subtitles for beginner-level videos, ensuring accessibility for Japanese language newcomers.

Target Audience

The initiative primarily targets:
1. Companies in Okinawa that employ foreign workers.
2. Foreign workers holding recognized residency statuses such as Type 1 Specified Skilled Worker and Technical Intern Training.

How to Apply

Interested companies can apply through a dedicated entry form. The application process includes:

• - Completing a questionnaire regarding support for foreign workers.
• - Meiko Career Partners will then seek approval from Okinawa Prefecture for the application.
• - Upon approval, login credentials will be promptly issued to the companies and learners so they can commence their studies.

The application period lasts approximately two months from the start of the contract until capacity is reached.

To apply for this initiative, access the form here.

For more information about the services provided by Meiko Career Partners, please visit their website or contact them directly:

• - Phone: 0120-183-561 (Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, excluding weekends and holidays)
• - Email: [email protected]

Meiko Career Partners remains dedicated to helping individuals realize their career aspirations while contributing to the growth of companies across Japan and beyond.