Reported 8 months ago
On June 24, 2024, TCnews reported that internships in the program can earn students up to 16 credits and involve 640 hours of practical training. With Taiwan entering an super-aged society in 2025, where individuals above 65 years old exceed 20% of the population, there is a significant increase in the demand for long-term care that is not being met by enough care providers. To address this shortage, the Ministry of Health and Welfare revised the 'Plan for Retaining Foreign Intermediate Technical Manpower' in March 2022, allowing foreign students with an associate degree or higher in Taiwan to work in manufacturing, construction, agriculture, and long-term care industries. Students like Poon Ai Wah from the Philippines have embraced the opportunity to study in Taiwan to improve their economic situation and help their families. The program aims to cultivate professionals to serve the aging population and has stringent graduation requirements, including certifications in Mandarin proficiency, basic life support, and caregiving skills. Graduates like Wah and Wang Na are set to work as care providers in Tzu Chi Hospitals, demonstrating excellent performance during their studies.
Source: YAHOO