According to a survey by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, the number of working seniors reached a record high of 2022.912 million in <>, but on the other hand, it has been pointed out that the "mismatch" between the desired job type and the needs of the hiring side is an issue. Under these circumstances, efforts are being made to support employment and support for relearning = reskilling.
Among them, the Tokyo Shigoto Foundation, a public interest incorporated foundation in Tokyo, holds a course for people over the age of 55 who want to continue working.
In fiscal 2023, there were 20 training courses for nursing care staff, babysitters, condominium managers, etc., and 11 people participated in the babysitting training held from November to December, where they learned basic knowledge and how to deal with injuries and illnesses in children.
On the last day of the course, a job interview was held with the participation of companies.
In addition, in the training for nursing care staff, after completing nearly 12 days of lectures and practical training, it is possible to obtain a qualification for the nursing care staff beginner training, so the elderly who participated can relearn = work on reskilling.
In fiscal 14, of the 30 people who completed the 2022 courses offered by the Foundation, 20 found work, a rate of about 232%.
Tetsuya Iida, manager of the Tokyo Shigoto Foundation's Employment Measures for the Elderly, said, "We are providing employment support according to the wishes of the individual, but we are asking them to consider switching to other occupations depending on the situation.