JMAM Launches New e-Learning Courses for Seniors in 2026

JMAM Introduces New e-Learning Courses for Seniors

In our rapidly evolving workplace landscape, the importance of the senior workforce has become increasingly evident. In response, JMAM (Japan Management Association Management Center) is excited to announce the launch of two new e-learning courses specifically designed to support the senior demographic. Named "Health Management®22 Senior Workforce Support" and "Self-Check 22 Senior Workforce Support," these courses will be available starting August 2026.

Background to Development

Japan is currently facing an acute issue of a declining working-age population, largely due to its aging populace. Statistics from the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications reveal that the number of employed individuals aged 65 and above is expected to reach 9.3 million by 2024, marking the highest figure ever recorded, constituting 13.7% of the total workforce. This trend is set to rise as the revised "Employment Stability Law for Older Persons" obligates companies to ensure employment for all who wish to work until the age of 65 starting in April 2025, a move underscored by the pension reforms that facilitate easier retirement benefit access for working seniors.

As organizations are increasingly called upon to integrate senior employees' diverse experiences and wisdom into their corporate fabric, JMAM has designed these courses to offer essential knowledge and advocacy for fostering the senior workforce.

Course Overview

1. Health Management®22 Senior Workforce Support

Objective:

The course aims to help participants understand the societal factors and regulations advocating for the senior workforce while imparting knowledge on designing a healthy lifestyle to boost productivity and sustain professional engagement.

Features:

- Insight into "crystallized intelligence," a strength of the senior workforce, supported by five key elements of a healthy life: daily rhythm, diet, sleep, exercise, and indulgences, provided in a manageable format for daily implementation.
- Introduction to skills uniquely suitable for seniors, such as the use of Generative AI and "distributed learning" techniques.

Learning Time:

Estimated learning time is 30 minutes, with a minimum execution time of just 15 minutes.

Target Audience:

This course is designed for all business professionals, especially employees over 50 and management staff overseeing senior teams.

Supervisor:

Dr. Koji Mori, Professor Emeritus of the University of Occupational and Environmental Health.

2. Self-Check 22 Senior Workforce Support

Objectives & Highlights:

This component offers a series of 10 questions allowing seniors to self-assess their health maintenance and adaptability to modern technologies. This self-check tool visualizes their level of understanding and challenges, thus guiding them to focus on specific areas for further study relative to the Health Management®22 course.

Learning Time:

Estimated learning time is 10 minutes, with a minimum execution time of 3 minutes.

Target Audience:

This check is also aimed at all business professionals, particularly those managing older employees.

Supervisor:

Dr. Koji Mori, Professor Emeritus of the University of Occupational and Environmental Health.

The e-Learning Library®: A Comprehensive Educational Tool

JMAM's e-Learning Library® is tailored for corporate clients, offering a flexible, multi-device learning experience. It currently includes over 530 courses across various sectors, including compliance, harassment prevention, and essential skills training for various levels of employees. 70% of implementing companies have engaged with governance courses, and over 440,000 individuals have participated to date.

With the implementation of dedicated tools for both employers and employees, including content upload options, surveys, and comprehensive management features, this platform acts as an all-in-one educational portal for any organization’s learning needs.

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As JMAM strives to promote health management within organizations, these courses reflect a commitment to ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive and contribute effectively, regardless of age. We look forward to supporting various companies in their health management initiatives as they embrace this vital aspect of their workforce.