Schedule of SSW2 Evaluation Tests for the Manufacturing Sector. All tests held in Japan. More info at METI Website.
To apply: go to Prometric website.
Dates
| Application period | Test period | |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | May 28, 2025 (Wed)-June 21 (Sat) | July 1, 2025 (Tue)-July 7 (Mon) |
| 2nd Test | October 2025 (scheduled) | November 2025 (scheduled) |
| 3rd Test | January 2026 (scheduled) | February 2026 (scheduled) |
Categories
- Mechanical and metal processing
- Electrical and electronic equipment assembly
- Metal surface treatment category
Testing sites
Testing sites in Japan provided by Prometric
Examination time
80 minutes
Examination method
Computer-based Testing (CBT): Practical skills: Read questions related to actual work processes and materials and choose the correct answer.
See sample exams here:
- Mechanical and metal processing
- Electrical and electronic equipment assembly
- Metal surface treatment category
Examination qualification
Examination takers should have at least three years of practical experience in the manufacturing industry of a company based in Japan by the day before the exam.
Submit a Certificate of Practical Experience proving the above practical experience and obtain an exam eligibility confirmation number.
Passing score
60% and above
Examination language
Japanese
Examination fee
Exam fee (all categories): 15,000 yen
Certificate issuance fee: 15,000 yen