Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) Program

Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) Program

Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) Program

What is the SSW Program?

The Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) is an official work visa program initiated by the Japanese government, designed to accept foreign workers in 12 labor sectors facing workforce shortages in Japan. This program allows skilled foreign nationals to live and work in Japan with competitive salaries and clear legal protections.

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???? Sectors Covered by SSW

• Currently, the SSW program covers 12 key industries, including:
• Nursing care
• Building cleaning
• Machine parts and tooling industries
• Industrial machinery
• Electric and electronic information
• Construction
• Shipbuilding and ship machinery
• Automobile maintenance
• Aviation
• Hospitality (hotel services)
• Agriculture
• Fisheries and aquaculture

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???? Our Comprehensive SSW Support Flow

At Artha Jaya Nyata, we provide an end-to-end process to ensure participants are fully prepared and qualified for SSW job placement in Japan. Here's how we support you:

1. Initial Screening and Counseling

• Candidate profiling and eligibility check
• Career counseling based on background and industry interest
• Understanding work-life in Japan

2. Language Training (Japanese Language)

• Intensive Japanese lessons (N5–N4 and up to N3 if needed)
• JLPT or JFT-Basic exam preparation
• Focus on daily conversation, workplace expressions, and cultural etiquette

3. Skills Training and Technical Preparation

• Training based on the chosen job field (per sector requirements)
• Practice tests and preparation for the Skill Proficiency Test (Tokutei Ginou Shiken)
• Simulations for work environment and task handling

4. Test Registration and Certification Support

• Assistance in registering for official Japanese government tests (language and skills)
• Documentation and support for exam scheduling
• Mentoring for test success

5. Legal Documentation & Visa Application

• Assistance with preparing all necessary documents (passport, certificates, resumes, etc.)
• Coordination with Sending Organization (if required)
• Visa sponsorship and COE (Certificate of Eligibility) guidance

6. Job Placement in Japan

• Matching with Japanese employers in need of SSW workers
• Interview training and direct employer interviews
• Pre-departure briefing & cultural orientation

7. Post-Arrival Support (Optional)

• Airport pickup assistance (via partners in Japan)
• Monitoring and check-ins during the work period
• Optional re-entry support or transition to SSW Level 2 (renewal or promotion)

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✅ Why Choose Artha Jaya Nyata?

✅ Licensed & experienced in SSW facilitation

✅ Complete preparation for language and skill exams

✅ Trusted network with Japanese companies

✅ Transparent, legal, and supportive process

✅ End-to-end support — from training to landing in Japan