ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP
The purpose of this scholarship programme is to train international caregivers. You will be trained to be competent in relevant fields such as clinical care, dementia care, hospice care, psychological and mental well-being, and service management to provide a comprehensive approach.
The candidates who passed the Japanese Caregiving National Examination will receive the title of Certified Caregivers* in Japan.
After completion of their study and working duty in Japan, the candidates will return to Malaysia to play an active role in the senior care field together with MASOC CARE.
*Certified Caregiver is a national qualification established by the Japanese government that provides proof that one is an advanced professional who is qualified to provide general living support for elderly people and people with disabilities.
OPTION 1 | ENROLMENT:
The candidates who possessed JLPT N2 or above are qualified to proceed directly to the Department of Care and Welfare and eligible for the scholarships and employment scheme, which include all or some of the following: -
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Scholarship programme for 2 years amounting to 5 million yen (JPY5,000,000);
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The scholarship candidates are exempt from tuition and hostel or dormitory fees for two Years (free breakfast and dinner every day except Sunday and national holidays) and receive a grant for living expenses of JPY30,000 per month (in cash) as well as a town council grant of JPY8,000 per month (in HUC points).
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Further study to acquire the Japanese Language (N1 level of JLPT) with the study duration of 1 year.
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Further study to acquire the national license of caregiver with the study duration of 2 years.
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After 4) above, candidates are entitled to work at the designated senior care nursing facility in Japan for five (5) years.
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Candidates will be exempted from repaying study fees if they work for a designated nursing facility for 5 years after graduation;
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Candidates will be entitled to an extension of residence visa every 5 years with the qualification as a Certified Caregiver.
OPTION 2 | ENROLMENT:
The candidates who do not have proficiency or possess JLPT N2 or above are required to attend a one-year Japanese Intensive Course, before proceeding to the Department of Care and Welfare in the following year, which include all or some of the following: -
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Scholarship programme for 3 years amounting to 7 million yen (JPY7,000,000).
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The scholarship candidates are exempt from tuition and hostel or dormitory fees for three years (free breakfast, and dinner every day except Sunday and national holidays), the grant is the same as Option 1 except the candidates for Option 2 will only receive a grant for living expenses of JPY8,000 per month (in HUC points).
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Further study to acquire the Japanese Language (N1 level of JLPT) with the study duration of 1 year.
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Further study to acquire the national license of caregiver with the study duration of 2 years.
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After 4) above, candidates are entitled to work at the designated senior care nursing facility in Japan for five (5) years.
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Candidates will be exempted from repaying study fees if they work for a designated nursing facility for 5 years after graduation;
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Candidates will be entitled to an extension of residence visa every 5 years with the qualification as a Certified Caregiver.
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REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:
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18-30 years old Malaysian regardless of gender
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Minimum 12 years education (i.e: post STPM/ Foundation/ Diploma/ A-levels etc)
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Person with passion for caregiving
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Able and mature enough to stay in Japan for 7-8 years
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Attend Japanese Language Course
REGISTRATION, LOGISTICS & APPLICATION FEES (borne by applicant):
CONGRATULATIONS DANIEL!
FIRST MALAYSIAN TO RECEIVE
JAPANESE NATIONAL CAREGIVER QUALIFICATION
Daniel's graduation ceremony with his Japanese teachers & friends
Daniel's Japan Vlog | New beginnings as a caregiver at Toyotomi Town.
Flip through some our scholars highlights and experience at Japan!
FADLI BIN AHMAD
I would like to learn the best caregiving method from the Japanese so that one day I can contribute to the elderly in Malaysia!
NADRAH NOR ZUBIR
After graduation, I was very much conflicted between wanting to further my studies or whether I should get a normal 9-to-5 job. So, this scholarship really helps me in finding a path where I wanted to go to, as well as making it possible for me to actually walk down that path. I’m really excited to learn more about the caregiving industry in Japan, as well as the different technologies being used over there to support the daily lives of the elderly.
WONG YAR KANG
Since young, I have witnessed many misfortunes and tragedies. I feel deeply especially in regards to the state of helplessness that an elderly will go through. This motivates me to venture into the senior care industry, so that I can make vital improvements towards elderly welfare. This Japan scholarship opportunity was a light that pushes me further into joining this big "caregiving family". I hope that I can learn from the Japanese a high-quality care system - one that emphasizes on quality services. And I hope that this knowledge I acquire can be spread throughout Malaysia in the future to benefit the locals in our country and give the elderlies here a guaranteed high quality life. In addition, I am very grateful to my family and friends for their support in all aspects, and MASOC CARE for providing such a high-quality scholarship program. This is a big turning point for me, one that will develop me into a better person.
CHAN SIM YOW
Malaysia is already an ageing society. This irreversible future trend also made me realize the seriousness of this ageing crisis. Just like seedlings, we can thrive under the protection of old trees, but the family and elders around us are also getting old as we grow up year by year. This Japan Scholarship Program gives me an excellent learning opportunity, allowing me to learn top caregiving skills in Japan and the Japanese-like high quality service spirit. So that I can provide comprehensive care services for the elders around me, and even the elderly groups in the whole of Malaysia, so that they can live a high-quality retirement life in their later years. I am very grateful to my family, relatives and friends for their support in all aspects, as well as the scholarship provided by MASOC CARE. I am happy to be a part of this family of caregivers.
