As of 2023, around 1.94 million licensed care workers were registered in Japan, indicating a continuous increase in the last decade. It is required to pass a state exam to become a certified care worker in Japan.
Impact of super-aged society
Due to the low birth rates and the high life expectancy, the number of people aged 65 and older in Japan is increasing and is projected to reach a share of over 38 percent of the population in Japan by 2060. This is reflected in the growing number of residents in nursing homes for the elderly. Like many other aging societies, Japan is experiencing a shortage of physicians and medical staff. The Japanese government has aimed to reduce the shortage by inviting foreign workers into the country through programs like the technical intern training program.
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