What is the difference between a Registered Support Organization and a Supervising Organization?

Registered Support Organizations focus on “support,” while Supervising Organizations focus on “supervision and oversight.”

1. [Registered Support Organization (Specified Skilled Worker)]
An organization that provides living and employment support on behalf of companies accepting Specified Skilled Worker foreign nationals.
・Pre-arrival guidance
・Support for securing housing
・Living orientation
・Regular interviews
・Consultation services
Companies outsource these services when they are unable to establish their own support system.

2. [Supervising Organization (Technical Intern Training Program)]
These are organizations that supervise and guide the Technical Intern Training Program to ensure training is conducted appropriately.
・Support for creating training plans
・Regular audits
・Protection of Technical Intern Trainees
・Guidance for accepting companies
In the Technical Intern Training Program, acceptance is generally conducted through a Supervising Organization.