Step-by-Step Guide to Becoming a Skilled Worker in Japan

The people of Japan today find it easier to employ Nepalese skilled workers due to the Japanese government attempts on covering various sectors’ lacking workforce. The Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) visa is one such policy that enables foreign workers to come to Japan and work in some conducive sectors which demand workforce. Although this guide is written to help Nepali workers establish themselves as skilled workers in Japan, there are other resources available as well.

Step 1: Choose the Right Industry

The first step you have to take is to select the industry that is most suitable for your skills and desired occupation, including:

• Nursing Care
• Agriculture
• Construction
• Manufacturing
• Hospitality and Food Service

Studying the demands of every industry and the prospects of the job offered. Select the one which best suits skill set, experience you have or interested in.

Step 2: Enroll in SSW Training Programs

The second step is to ensure that you get the right training as soon as you have selected the right industry. Japanese employment sector remains to be highly competitive, and in addition to mastering foreign languages, one has to possess technical knowledge about the work. In SSW Training Center Nepal, you can enroll in programs that have been designed to assist you in passing the SSW exams and in learning skills that can help you in gaining employment in Japan.

• Industry-specific skills: Real life practice as it is experienced in your area of specialization.
• Japanese language: Sessions for acquisition of communication competencies within working environment.
• Cultural understanding: Some insights about Bill’s possible behavioral changes and how he can effectively fit the Japanese workplace and culture. 

Utilizing certified training will allow you to do well on the necessary tests and will increase your prospects for the Japan professional career field.

Step 3: Pass the SSW Skill Test and Japanese Language Proficiency Test

To qualify for the SSW visa, you must pass two critical exams:

• SSW Skill Test: What it does is to test your know-how and skills in the particular sector you are interested in. The content of the test is based on the industry and therefore should be studied well.
• Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT): With regards to language requirements, a basic level of Japanese is mandatory in order to be employed in Japan. Very few industries permit employees to have less than passing the N4 level of the JLPT, which assess proficiency in understanding Japanese. The JLPT is administered several times a year, thus it is advised to prepare early before the examination date.

Step 4: Secure a Job in Japan

If you have passed the SSW Skill Test and Japanese Language Proficiency Test, then you are free to start seeking employment in Japan. Most firms and recruitment agencies major in international human resource management. Some frequent methods for finding a job include:

• Getting the right job in terms of one’s skills and passion may require the help of recruitment agencies that focus on foreigners.
• It might be possible to find job opportunities or professional advice from Nepali workers in Japan.

Ideally, one should find a job in a field that one is qualified for and is supportive of the working individual.

Step 5: Apply for the SSW Visa

Following the passing of the requisite tests, one can go for the SSW visa. The application process involves submitting various documents, including:

• Passport
• Original pass certificate of SSW Skill Test
• The Test of Japanese Language Proficiency
• Letter of engagement which is an employment contract with Japanese employer
• Medical certificate

The application for the visa can be done personally at any Japanese embassy or consulate in the country, Nepal inclusive. Ensure that all the documents you have are genuine and are in harmony with all the laid down standards needed in the process of application to minimize on the time spent.

Step 6: Prepare for Your Life in Japan

However, prior to getting to Japan, there are a number of things that that should be done to ensure that the Cross over is smooth and seamless. This includes:

• Accommodation: Secure for a house before you get to the place. Some of the employers offer accommodation or help the employee in locating one depending on the type of job.
• Cultural Adaptation: There is always some behaviors, habits, and expectations of the Japanese workers which you ought to learn to understand fully. In this case more so appreciations of the social dynamics of new Japanese environment including regard for etiquette; punctuality and respect for hierarchy will prove helpful.
• Financial Planning: It is important also prepare for the fact that price of living in Japan is comparatively higher than in Nepal. Set money principally for rent, food, travel and also for other purchases.

 

Step 7: Arrive in Japan and Start Your New Career

After completing all of the essential requirements, you'll be ready to begin your new career in Japan! When you arrive, you must take care of certain formalities, such as registering your address with the local city hall and opening a bank account. Following that, you can start working and planning your future in Japan.

Conclusion

It is not a myth that a foreign worker in Japan could turn into a skilled worker, it only takes effort, commitment, and right training. With the help of the guidance mentioned above, it will be easier to go through the entire flow of steps and get a job in Japan.

At SSW Training Center Nepal, we are always around to ensure that the client is helped throughout this process. Our programs span across industry training, language mastery, and cross-cultural training, with the major aim of making your dream of working in Japan come true. Begin your journey now and be on your way to attaining your dream job overseas.

To learn more about our training programs and how we can help you become a skilled worker in Japan, get in touch with us now.

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