Japanese language test for Basic Japanese (JFT-Basic)
JFT-Basic seeks to measure the level of Japanese language proficiency needed by foreign nationals about to reside in Japan mainly for work, to communicate in everyday life situations. It tests the Japanese language proficiency of a candidate across four sections: a) Script & vocabulary, b) Conversation & expression, c) Listening comprehension, and d) Reading comprehension
For all the SSW sectors, the candidate must either pass the N4 (or above) level of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) or the A2 (or above) level of the Japan Foundation test for Basic Japanese (JFT-Basic).
JFT-Basic requirement for SSW: For any SSW sector, the candidate must pass A2 (or above) level.