FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Aim to become a
welfare
professional
in Osaka!
Earn a national qualification and build a career that lets you work in Japan for the long term.
Osaka College of Health and Welfare supports you all the way.
The department for international students is the Department of Care Welfare.
About The Certified Care Worker
ABOUT THE JOB
What does a Certified Care Worker do?
A Certified Care Worker supports the daily lives of elderly people and people with disabilities so they can live life in their own way. It is a recognized national qualification in Japan, and holding it lets you obtain the special "Nursing Care" residence status.
With Japan's rapidly aging population, demand for care professionals is very high, promising stable employment and income. It is a field where people who have come from abroad can thrive for years to come.
Approx. 350,000yen
Average monthly income of a Certified Care Worker
Approx. 4.2million yen
Average annual income of a Certified Care Worker
※ Source: Care Work Foundation survey
The "Nursing Care" residence status lets you live in Japan long-term
- 1No limit on renewals → work in Japan until retirement age
- 2You can bring family (spouse and children) to Japan
- 3You can return to Japan again even after going home
- 4Permanent residency becomes a goal within 5–10 years
3 reason
Three reasons international students choose us
A national
qualification lets
you live in Japan long-term
When you earn the Certified Care Worker national qualification, you can obtain the "Nursing Care" residence status. With no renewal limits, you can work in Japan permanently, and permanent residency becomes a realistic goal.
"Nursing Care" residence status
High employment
rate and a solid
track record
A 100% employment rate for the 27 years since the school opened! Demand for talent in the care industry keeps growing, and there are plenty of employers for graduates.
Employment rate
Generous tuition
support and
scholarship programs
The Osaka Prefecture study loan (up to 1.68 million yen) and facility scholarships (800,000–1,000,000 yen) greatly reduce your tuition burden. Repayment can be waived if you work for five years or more after graduation.
With educational grants and scholarships
※ Each program has eligibility conditions and limited slots.
JOIN TO School informationFirst, join an info session
Online attendance OK! Held every month.
Department & Curriculum Details
CURRICULUM
With a homeroom-teacher system, you can easily ask about your studies and school life. It is an environment where you can enjoy a secure, fulfilling student life.
Curriculum Overview
| Program length | 2 years (daytime) |
|---|---|
| Main subjects | Care techniques, basic medicine, dementia care, communication skills, care process |
| Training sites | Partner facilities mainly in Osaka Prefecture (nursing homes, geriatric health facilities, day services, etc.) |
| National exam | A Sunday in late January each year (our pass rate exceeds the national average) |
| Enrollment | April |
| Japanese | Admission from around JLPT N3 |
CLASSROOM
PRACTICAL TRAINING
Class Schedule (example) / 2nd Year, 1st Semester
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00〜10:30 | Life Support Skills | Understanding Dementia | Mind & Body Mechanisms | Modern Society & Work | Medical Care |
| 10:40〜12:10 | Human Relations & Communication | Sign Language & Braille | Care Process | Care Prevention | |
| 13:00〜14:30 | Human Dignity & Independence | Fundamentals of Care | Recreation | Information Science | Comprehensive Care Seminar |
| 14:40〜16:10 | Special Lecture on Care Welfare | Care Technology Course | Understanding Development & Aging | Understanding Disabilities |
■Practicum / In-school training / ■Lecture
The 2-Year Flow
Year 1
| Apr | Welcome party for new students |
|---|---|
| Sep | Presentation training |
| Oct | Facility practicum I (10 days) |
| Nov | Care Day event |
| Feb | Facility practicum II-① (20 days) |
Year 2
| May | Overseas study trip |
|---|---|
| Jul | Facility practicum II-② (27 days) |
| Nov | Care Day event |
| Dec | Graduation research presentation |
| Jan | National exam |
Our Original Curriculum (the “Dream Project”)
Through the Dream Project (“Yume-puro”),
experience the appeal and rewards of care work.
As the culmination of their studies, students listen to the “wishes” and “dreams” of residents at elderly-care facilities and help make them come true—an original project of our school.
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A couple who had no wedding photos—a memorable wedding, one more time!
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We brewed coffee from the beans and drank it together—a moment full of smiles!
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A grandfather who once worked for a railway company—back to his old workplace after 40 years!
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Cheerful “yoo-hoo!” echoes across the mountain—a hike with grandma and everyone.
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Dream Project — Examples
・Wedding ceremony / hula dance / fashion show
・Mountain climbing / visiting a former workplace after 40 years / recreating an okonomiyaki restaurant
・Watching a long-admired opera / drinking delicious coffee
・Sightseeing in Osaka, and more
5 Reassuring Support Services
From enrollment through employment, we firmly support you with any worries about living and studying in Japan.
Japanese Language Support
We hold a weekly Japanese-study session to help improve your Japanese.
National Exam Support
We carefully support each student toward earning the Certified Care Worker qualification.
Employment Support
We fully support your job hunting—resume writing, interview practice, and job introductions.
Residence Status & Daily-Life Support
We also help with residence-status procedures, part-time work, and daily-life matters.
Tuition & Scholarship Support
We give individual guidance on available facility scholarships and more, tailored to your situation.
Voices of Our Students
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Q. What do you enjoy about school life?
I enjoy the care-skills classes. When the whole team works together until everyone can do it and the teacher praises us, I feel happy and motivated for the next practicum.
Q. How do you balance a part-time job with studying?
I work part-time 3–4 times a week. When the coursework gets hard or before exams, I reduce my shifts and prioritize studying.
Q. What is your future goal?
I want to be someone who stays close to each user's feelings and supports them in living life their own way.
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Q. Why did you choose this school?
The deciding factors were being able to learn specialized knowledge, gain hands-on experience in real settings, and the strong employment support.
Q. Is anything hard about school life?
Technical terms were hard at first. But I get through it by studying with friends and practicing out loud in class—and it has become enjoyable, too.
Q. What is your future goal?
I want to become a trusted Certified Care Worker who can stay close to the people I support.
JOIN TO School informationFirst, join an info session
Online attendance OK! Held every month.
※以下は日本語のみの掲載となります
TUITION & SUPPORT学費、学費サポート制度
TUITION
学費
| 入学金 （入学時のみ） |
授業料 | 実習費 | 教育教材演習費 | 施設設備費 | 合計 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1年 | 100,000円 | 750,000円 | 100,000円 | 75,000円 | 100,000円 | 1,125,000円 |
| 2年 | ― | 750,000円 | 100,000円 | 45,000円 | 100,000円 | 995,000円 |
注記・諸費用について
- 1年次は、各学科によって異なりますが、諸費用として教科書代、白衣・シューズ代、トレーニングウェア代、校友会費、同窓会費、健康管理費等、200,000円〜 250,000円程度必要です。
- 2年次以降は、教科書代、校友会費、健康管理費等、100,000円〜150,000円程度必要です。
[注意] 教科書代、資格検定代は年度末に精算・卒業年度末に返金いたします。
※ 学費のお支払は、原則一括でのご納入ですが、ご相談によっては分納も可能です。詳しくは説明会でご確認ください。
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
学費サポート制度
介護福祉士修学資金貸付制度
最大168万円 （2年間）
介護福祉士を目指す方に（大阪府や兵庫県など）費用を無利子で貸し付ける制度です。本校を卒業後、介護福祉士として大阪府内の福祉施設などで介護または相談援助の業務に引き続き5年間従事した場合は返還免除となります。
施設奨学金制度
80万〜100万円 （施設により異なる）
この制度は卒業後、定められた期間福祉施設で勤務すると、在学中に支給された奨学金が全額返済免除となる奨学金制度です。
返済：卒業後、定められた期間福祉施設で勤務した者は全額返済免除（3〜5年程度）
どちらも入学前から利用を必ずお約束できるものではありません。詳しくは説明会でご確認ください。
※以下は日本語のみの掲載となります
ADMISSION入試・出願書類について
2027年度 留学生適性AO入試 募集要項
▼ すべて満たすこと（必須3条件）
- 1本校の留学生説明会に１度以上参加いただき、本校の教育内容を理解していること。
- 2日本の高等学校卒業にあたる12年間の教育を修了していること。
- 3本校への入学を強く希望する者（専願者に限る）
▼ A〜Cのいずれかに当てはまること（日本語要件）
- JLPT N3以上を取得している者
- 入学までにN3相当の資格を取得している者
- JLPT N3以上を取得している者
- 入学までにN3相当の資格を取得している者
★印の試験日は、定員になり次第行わない場合があります。
- 入学志願書（WEBで提出）
- 日本語能力試験の合格証明書（写し可）
- 日本語学校の卒業見込証明書、出欠状況証明書、成績証明書
- 母国での最終学歴の卒業証明書（写し可）
- 在留カード（写し）
- パスポート（写し）
- 経費支弁に関する書類（本校から指示があった場合）
募集要項についている本校指定の封筒に一括同封し、簡易書留で郵送または持参してください。
※募集要項は説明会に参加された方にお配りしています。（オンラインで参加された方には郵送します）
※ 原則日本国外での受験はできません。
※ お電話・メール等でのお問い合わせにはお答えできません。
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is it okay if I'm not confident in my Japanese?
A.Because you study specialized content alongside Japanese students, you need about JLPT N2 Japanese to follow the material.
Classes use translation tools, and with support from teachers and classmates plus regular Japanese study sessions, you can learn with peace of mind.
Q. I'm worried about tuition. Are there scholarships?
A.Yes, there are tuition-support programs:
・Osaka Pref. study loan (up to ¥1,680,000) 〇
・Facility scholarship (¥800,000–1,000,000) △
・JASSO international-student scholarship ✕
・School's own scholarship none
※Eligibility conditions and facility interviews apply. Please contact us for details.
Q. Are there installment or reduction/exemption options for tuition?
A.Tuition can be paid in installments upon request.
Q. Will I be able to pass the Certified Care Worker national exam?
A.We provide national-exam prep classes and supplementary lessons with thorough individual support. Even if you do not pass, a special measure lets you register and work as a Certified Care Worker for a set period.
Q. Are there employers? And can I keep working in Japan after graduation?
A.The care industry has strong demand and many openings (March 2026: 571 positions). Earning the Certified Care Worker qualification grants the “Nursing Care” residence status, which has no renewal limit—so you can stay and work in Japan permanently.
Q. Will you help with visa procedures (Student / Specified / Dependent)?
A.Yes. We support residence-status procedures from before enrollment through after graduation. You file the applications yourself in principle, but we help prepare documents and explain the process so it goes smoothly.
Q. About the entrance exam (1)
Can I apply even if I don't have JLPT N3 or any qualification yet?
A.Yes, you can take the exam. However, if you cannot obtain JLPT N3 or higher by the time of enrollment, admission may not be granted.
Q. About the entrance exam (2)
Can I take the entrance exam online?
A.In principle, you take the exam at our school. If unavoidable circumstances make that difficult, we may arrange an online option depending on the situation. Please consult the admissions office for details.
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