FAQ: TEACHER TRAINING   I teach Japanese part-time - am I eligible to apply? Yes, applications from part-time teachers will be considered.   I teach Japanese as a private tutor - am I eligible to apply? No. You must be teaching Japanese at a recognised educational institution (school, university or college).   I am a native speaker of Japanese - am I eligible to apply? No. These programs are specifically tailored for non-native speakers of Japanese. As of this year, the Training Program for Japanese Abroad has been discontinued.   Do I have to have sat for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test? No. The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is not a prerequisite for these programs, however it is used as a benchmark when determining applicants’ Japanese language ability. If you have never sat for the JLPT, you may be asked to complete the Japanese Language Proficiency Self-Check questionnaire and submit it with your application.   > Japanese Language Proficiency Test > Japanese Language Proficiency Self-Check