Zenken Commissioned by Iwate Prefecture for FY2026 'Foreign Care Personnel Care Worker National Qualification Acquisition Support Business'
On May 11, 2026, Zenken Corporation announced it has been commissioned by Iwate Prefecture for the FY2026 'Foreign Care Personnel Care Worker National Qualification Acquisition Support Business.' The project aims to facilitate the early retention of foreign care workers in the prefecture and help them pass the national exam by offering two online courses tailored to their proficiency levels, along with in-person networking events.
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Zenken Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President & CEO: Junnosuke Hayashi; hereinafter 'Zenken') announced on May 11, 2026, that it has been commissioned by Iwate Prefecture to operate the 'Foreign Care Personnel Care Worker National Qualification Acquisition Support Business' for fiscal year 2026.
The training programs implemented in this project aim to promote the early retention of foreign care personnel working in Iwate Prefecture and support their success in the National Care Worker Examination by providing two courses tailored to the proficiency levels of the participants.
■ Project Features
We offer the following two courses as learning programs suited to the participants' target exam year and proficiency levels. Participants can join online from anywhere within the prefecture.
- Japanese Language Learning Course for Caregiving (8 months):
A course targeting personnel planning to take the 40th National Care Worker Examination or later.
It supports the learning of specialized vocabulary and expressions that lead to smooth business execution on-site, as well as the construction of systematic knowledge necessary as preparation for exam measures.
- National Exam Preparation Course (6 months):
A course targeting personnel planning to take the 39th National Care Worker Examination.
It features accompanying support that meets diverse needs, such as those taking the exam for the first time, those aiming for a partial pass (subject pass), and those seeking to extend their period of stay under the Specified Skilled Worker (i) visa.
Furthermore, as part of our support focusing on long-term 'retention' in the region, we will host an in-person 'Participant Networking Event.' This provides an opportunity for participants learning toward the same goal to build a network and expand the circle of mutual support.
By providing generous support from both educational and psychological aspects—rather than just exam preparation—we will boost the active participation and retention of foreign talent in Iwate Prefecture's nursing care workplaces.
Going forward, Zenken will continue to cooperate with local governments to contribute to building a system where foreign care personnel are accepted as members of the local community and can continue working for a long time.
■ About Zenken's Foreign Care Personnel Development and Retention Support
To support the long-term employment and career advancement of foreign care personnel in Japan, Zenken offers end-to-end services ranging from education and training to qualification acquisition. With a track record of receiving commissions for training projects from numerous nursing care facilities and local governments, including the 'ZENKEN Care Worker National Exam Preparation Course,' we will continue to provide high-quality training based on this expertise.
URL: https://zenken-career.jp/kaifuku/
[Zenken Corporation Company Profile]
Company Name: Zenken Corporation
Representative: President & CEO Junnosuke Hayashi
Headquarters: Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower 22F, 1-3-1 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Founded: May 2, 1975
Established: July 14, 1978
Capital: 439,530,000 JPY (as of June 30, 2025)
Listing Market: Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (Securities Code: 7371)
Official Website: https://www.zenken.co.jp/
The training programs implemented in this project aim to promote the early retention of foreign care personnel working in Iwate Prefecture and support their success in the National Care Worker Examination by providing two courses tailored to the proficiency levels of the participants.
■ Project Features
We offer the following two courses as learning programs suited to the participants' target exam year and proficiency levels. Participants can join online from anywhere within the prefecture.
- Japanese Language Learning Course for Caregiving (8 months):
A course targeting personnel planning to take the 40th National Care Worker Examination or later.
It supports the learning of specialized vocabulary and expressions that lead to smooth business execution on-site, as well as the construction of systematic knowledge necessary as preparation for exam measures.
- National Exam Preparation Course (6 months):
A course targeting personnel planning to take the 39th National Care Worker Examination.
It features accompanying support that meets diverse needs, such as those taking the exam for the first time, those aiming for a partial pass (subject pass), and those seeking to extend their period of stay under the Specified Skilled Worker (i) visa.
Furthermore, as part of our support focusing on long-term 'retention' in the region, we will host an in-person 'Participant Networking Event.' This provides an opportunity for participants learning toward the same goal to build a network and expand the circle of mutual support.
By providing generous support from both educational and psychological aspects—rather than just exam preparation—we will boost the active participation and retention of foreign talent in Iwate Prefecture's nursing care workplaces.
Going forward, Zenken will continue to cooperate with local governments to contribute to building a system where foreign care personnel are accepted as members of the local community and can continue working for a long time.
■ About Zenken's Foreign Care Personnel Development and Retention Support
To support the long-term employment and career advancement of foreign care personnel in Japan, Zenken offers end-to-end services ranging from education and training to qualification acquisition. With a track record of receiving commissions for training projects from numerous nursing care facilities and local governments, including the 'ZENKEN Care Worker National Exam Preparation Course,' we will continue to provide high-quality training based on this expertise.
URL: https://zenken-career.jp/kaifuku/
[Zenken Corporation Company Profile]
Company Name: Zenken Corporation
Representative: President & CEO Junnosuke Hayashi
Headquarters: Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower 22F, 1-3-1 Azabudai, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Founded: May 2, 1975
Established: July 14, 1978
Capital: 439,530,000 JPY (as of June 30, 2025)
Listing Market: Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market (Securities Code: 7371)
Official Website: https://www.zenken.co.jp/
FAQ
What is the purpose of Zenken's project in Iwate?
To support the early retention of foreign care workers in Iwate and help them pass the national care worker exam.
How can the courses be taken?
They can be taken online from anywhere within Iwate Prefecture, accompanied by an in-person exchange event.
Where is Zenken's headquarters?
It is located in Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower 22F, Minato-ku, Tokyo.