When will passing the National Caregiver Certification Examination become a requirement to apply for "Nursing" residence status?
It will be required for students graduating after the 2022 academic year (April 2022).
From that date, graduates will not be granted a certified caregiver status if they have not passed the National Caregiver Certification Examination.
If I graduated after Heisei 34(April of 2022) and could not pass the National Caregiver Certification Exam, what exams must I take after that?
While obtaining status as a care assistant is possible, there are no clear guidelines for processing the residence status of care assistants. Care assistants are not recognized as certified caregivers.
If I bring my children along, can they attend a Japanese nursery or kindergarten?
Yes, they can.
However, the application conditions vary depending on the region, so you must confirm with your local authorities and institutions.
If I am unable to attend school (a caregiver training facility) for an extended period due to a physical condition or injury, do I have to quit school or are there other options?
You can take a leave of absence from school.
If your training facility has a registered absence system, you can take leave like the Japanese students. However, depending on the reason of absence, you may not be allowed to keep your student residence status. We recommend consulting the Immigration Bureau in advance.
If I apply for a registered absence, do I need to carry out procedures for an extension of my "Student" residence status?
It is necessary in certain cases.
However, the extension of visa depends on the reason for taking the leave. We recommend consulting the Immigration Bureau in advance.
Is there any method of getting the caregiver certification through practical experience?
Yes, there is.
If you pass the National Caregiver Certification Examination you can get registered as a certified caregiver.
For the national examination, you must have 3 years or more of practical experience and training.
However, under the current system, if you receive your certificate through practical experience, you cannot stay in Japan under the "Nursing" residence status.
If my job offer is withdrawn, can I still apply for a "Nursing" residence status?
No, you cannot.
You must find another job while you still have your "College Student" visa.
Is there any restriction on the working hours for part-time jobs for international students?
The number of working hours is regulated.
The permitted time is limited to 28 hours per week. During the long holidays set by the school, such as the summer and spring holidays, you can work up to 8 hours a day (40 hours per week).
How many years can I stay in Japan as a "College Student"?
It depends on the caregivers training school you are attending.
If you only received a one-year visa, you have to apply to extend it for another year, even if you are only enrolled in a two-year program.You should consult your school for details.
How often do I have to renew my "Nursing" visa?
The longest you can receive is 5 years. As long as there are no problems with the residence conditions, there is no limit on the number of renewals.
