Overview of the Specialized Practical Education and Training Grant
The Specialized Practical Education and Training Grant (専門実践教育訓練給付金) is a Japanese government system designed to support mid-to-long-term career development by subsidizing a portion of the costs for professional and practical training. It aims to stabilize employment and promote re-employment.
Key details include:
- Subsidy Amount: Up to 70% of the training expenses paid by the student (subject to upper limits). Payments may be split between the training period and after completion.
- Eligible Courses: Courses designated by the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare, covering fields such as programming, web design, medical care, welfare, and accounting.
- Eligibility: Generally available to those who have been insured under employment insurance for a specific period as of the start date of the course. Individual eligibility varies and must be confirmed with Hello Work.
- Application Process: Applicants must apply at Hello Work at least one month before the course start date and are required to undergo career consulting.