The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is a biannual testing service provided by the Japan Foundation and Japan Educational Exchanges and Services since 1984 for evaluating and certifying the Japanese proficiency of non-native speakers. The tests are divided into five levels, from N1 through N5, with the N5 being the easiest. JLPT certificates offer various advantages:
- Earn points for preferential treatment for immigration to Japan
- One of requirements to take Japan’s national exams for medical practitioners
- One of requirements to take Japan’s prefectural exams for assistant nurses
- A test subject is waved on accreditation exam for completion of junior high school level education in Japan
- One of requirements for the nurse/caregiver candidates under the EPA