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How to introduce an e-learning system with the latest IT introduction subsidy 2025｜Guide to the use of subsidies by small and medium-sized enterprises.

In 2025, along with the acceleration of digitalization, human resource development and business efficiency improvement are becoming important management issues for small and medium-sized enterprises. Amid calls for reforms in work styles, addressing human resource shortages, and improving productivity, the introduction of e-learning systems utilizing the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025" is attracting attention. However, many companies are hesitant to introduce e-learning systems because of cost bottlenecks or concerns about whether the system can be properly utilized even if introduced. This article provides an easy-to-understand explanation of the "IT Subsidy 2025," from its outline, schedule, and major changes from FY2024, to the application procedure for introducing e-learning using the subsidy. In addition, we will also introduce the IT tools (e-learning systems) that are eligible for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025. We hope that small and medium-sized business owners and those in charge of human resources and general affairs who are considering the introduction of IT tools using the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025" will find this information useful. Article supervised by: Shumi Suda, Labor and Social Insurance Consultant, sumac Co. The contents of this article are current as of May 2025. For the latest system outline and requirements, please refer to the "Subsidy for IT Introduction Support Project for Improving Service Productivity" (IT Introduction Subsidy 2025) page of the secretariat. We will explain the functions, costs, and implementation flow of learningBOX. Consultation on how to take advantage of the IT implementation subsidy. What is IT Subsidy 2025? The IT introduction subsidy is a system under which the government subsidizes a portion of the cost of introducing IT tools to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and small businesses. This section provides an overview of the program, changes in the 2025 IT introduction subsidy, and eligible businesses. Outline of the IT Subsidy 2025 The IT introduction subsidy is a system to support the introduction of IT tools (software, services, etc.) to improve business efficiency and promote DX, with the aim of improving labor productivity of small and medium-sized enterprises and small businesses. The IT tools (software, services, etc.) eligible for subsidies under the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025" are limited to those that have been reviewed by the secretariat in advance and registered and disclosed on the official website (excluding the IT introduction framework for multi-company cooperation). Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and other subsidy applicants wishing to apply must form a partnership with an "IT introduction support provider" registered with the IT Introduction Subsidy Secretariat and apply jointly (except for the IT introduction framework for multi-company cooperation). Businesses eligible for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025 Businesses eligible to apply are SMEs and small businesses (including sole proprietors) with less than a certain amount of capital and full-time employees. Please refer to the table below for the scope of SMEs and small businesses eligible for the "IT Subsidy 2025". Small and medium-sized enterprises (service industries such as food and beverage, lodging, wholesale and retail, transportation, medical care, nursing care, and childcare, as well as manufacturing and construction industries are eligible) Industry Classification Capital (amount of capital or total amount of investment) Employees (full-time employees*1) Manufacturing (excluding rubber product manufacturing), construction, transportation 300 million yen or less Less than 300 Wholesale 100 million yen or less Less than 100 employees Service industry (excluding software industry, information processing service industry, and inn industry) 50 million yen or less Less than 100 employees Retail industry 50 million yen or less Less than 50 employees Rubber products manufacturing industry (*2) 300 million yen or less Less than 900 employees Software industry, information processing service industry Less than 300 million yen Less than 300 employees Ryokan industry 50 million yen or less Less than 200 persons Industries other than the above 300 million yen or less Less than 300 employees (*1) Permanent employees means "those who require advance notice of dismissal" as defined in Article 20 of the Labor Standards Law (*2) Excluding automobile or aircraft tire and tube manufacturers and industrial belt manufacturers. In addition, medical corporations, social welfare corporations, school corporations, small and medium-sized business organizations, foundations, incorporated associations, and specified nonprofit corporations are also eligible if they meet the requirements (in the case of corporations without capital, they are eligible if the number of employees is below the standard). For other details, including the definition of small businesses, please refer to "Who is eligible to apply" of the "Subsidy for IT Support Project for Service Productivity Improvement" (IT Introduction Subsidy 2025) Secretariat. Application Limitations for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025 There are five application slots for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025" as follows Normal FrameSupporting the improvement of labor productivity by introducing IT tools suited to the company's own issues. Invoice framework (invoice-compliant type)Support for compliance with the invoice system by introducing software, PCs, hardware, etc. with "accounting," "order and supply," and "settlement" functions that are compliant with the invoice system. Invoice framework (electronic transaction type): Software with "order and supply" functions compatible with the invoice system is installed to improve labor productivity and support compliance with the invoice system. Security measures promotion framework: Supporting various risk reduction measures related to cyber incidents to address potential risks associated with the increase in cyber-attacks. Multi-Company IT Deployment Frameworks that support efforts to improve productivity through the deployment of IT tools by multiple SMEs and small businesses in supply chains and commercial clusters in cooperation with each other. Reference] "Subsidy for IT Introduction Support Project for Improving Service Productivity" (IT Introduction Subsidy 2025) Secretariat, "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025" (Japanese only) Changes in the "IT Subsidy 2025" and the maximum subsidy and subsidy amount The main changes in the "IT Subsidy 2025" are as follows. The subsidy covers the costs related to the introduction of the standard framework, multi-company IT introduction framework, and invoice framework (invoice-compliant type), and the subsidy rate and subsidy amount for the security measures promotion framework have also been expanded. Change point (1) Expansion of expenses eligible for subsidies (normal framework, multi-company IT introduction framework, invoice framework and invoice-enabled category) Post-introduction "utilization support" to promote the establishment of IT utilization, such as maintenance support for IT tools and costs for manual preparation, etc., will also be eligible. Change Point (2): Change in subsidy amount and subsidy rate (for promotion of security measures) The maximum subsidy amount for "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025" will increase from 1,000,000 yen to 1,500,000 yen. In addition, the subsidy rate for small businesses has been increased from 1/2 to 2/3. Point 3) Change in subsidy rate for businesses near the minimum wage (regular quota) Starting with "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025", the subsidy rate will be expanded from 1/2 to 2/3 for SMEs that meet the following conditions. ＜Businesses that have shown that the number of employees employed at or within +JPY50 of the regional minimum wage for more than 3 months is more than 30% of the total number of employees >. Please refer to "To Those Who Aim at Productivity Improvement" (March 2025 edition, published by the Agency for Small and Medium Enterprises) for the subsidy ceiling and subsidy amount for each of the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025" application frameworks. We will explain the functions, costs, and introduction flow of LearningBOX, which can be entrusted with the entire subsidy application process. Consultation on the introduction of IT subsidies Back to Table of Contents e-Learning Systems Eligible for Subsidies under IT Subsidy 2025 The IT tools that are eligible for IT introduction subsidies are mainly those that contribute to "business process improvement" and "business efficiency". e-learning systems and LMS (Learning Management Systems) are often adopted because they directly contribute to improving the efficiency of employee training and the quality of human resource development. IT tools eligible for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025 For details on the IT tools (software, services, etc.) eligible for each of the five application categories, please refer to the relevant page of the secretariat from the link below. Normal Framework・ Invoice Framework (invoice-enabled type)・ Invoice Framework (electronic transaction type)・ Security Measures Promotion Framework・ IT Introduction Framework for Multi-Company Collaboration Explanation of "Normal Quota" for which e-learning systems are eligible This section provides a detailed explanation of the "Normal Quota," which is one of the five quotas for which e-learning systems are eligible. Examples of e-learning systems include LMSs (Learning Management Systems), educational management systems, online training platforms, and internal educational content delivery systems. The "Regular Subsidy 2025" is intended to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and small businesses improve their labor productivity by subsidizing a portion of the cost of introducing IT tools that meet their challenges and needs. The subsidy rate and amount are as follows The subsidy amount varies depending on the number of processes (number of business steps). Subsidy amount 50,000,000 yen to less than 1,500,000 yen 1.5 million yen to less than 4.5 million yen Functional Requirements 1 process or more 4 processes or more Subsidy rate 1/2 or less *The number of employees who have been employed for more than 3 months at the minimum wage of the region plus 50 yen or less. If the number of employees employed for more than 3 months within 30 percent of the total number of employees, the subsidy rate will be 2/3 or less. Expenses eligible for subsidy Software purchase cost, cloud usage cost (cloud usage fee for up to 2 years), Installation-related expenses Based on the image of utilizing IT tools to promote business efficiency and DX, software purchase costs and cloud usage fees (for up to two years) as well as implementation-related costs are eligible. In addition to maintenance support, manual creation, and other expenses, introduction-related expenses will also include post-introduction "utilization consulting" to promote the establishment of IT utilization, starting in 2025. Please refer to the chart below. In addition, the requirements for IT tools are software with one or more of the business processes shown in the figure below (only generic processes are not acceptable). Type P Code Process name Business Process Common Process P-01 Customer Relations and Sales Support P-02 Settlement, Debt and Cash Collection P-03 Supply, Inventory & Logistics P-04 Accounting, Finance & Management P-05 General Affairs, Personnel, Payroll, Labor Relations, Education and Training, Legal, Information Systems, Integrated Operations Industry-specific processes P-06 Industry Specific Process General-purpose process (not for stand-alone use) P-07 General-purpose, automation, and analysis tools (Dedicated software that is not limited to a specific industry or business but is recognized as contributing to productivity improvement) For details on the "Regular Quota", please refer to the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025 Application Procedure (Regular Quota)" of the "Subsidy for IT Introduction Support Project for Service Productivity Improvement" (IT Introduction Subsidy 2025) Secretariat. For subsidy application, please ask for support from "IT Installation Supporting Business In applying for an "IT introduction subsidy," the company that is the target of the application and the vendor that provides the IT tool (IT introduction support provider) need to apply jointly. In addition, only IT tools that have been registered and certified by the IT implementation support provider are eligible for the application and subsidy. IT tools and IT tools that have been adopted by the Secretariat for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025" can be searched from the "IT Tool/IT Introduction Support Business Operator Search" of the "Subsidy for IT Introduction Support Project for Improving Service and Other Productivity" (IT Introduction Subsidy 2025) Secretariat. When considering the introduction of a system that meets the project purpose of the "IT Introduction Subsidy," make sure that the IT tool is eligible for the subsidy application. We recommend that you choose a partner (IT implementation support provider) with a system that can provide solid support from smooth application procedures to reporting work. Back to Table of Contents learningBOX" to introduce e-learning systems under the "IT Subsidy 2025 LearningBOX Corporation, developer and operator of the e-learning system "learningBOX" (Learning Box), has been selected as an IT introduction support business for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025". You can apply for the subsidy by using the "Normal Quota". LearningBOX" is certified as a tool for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025". learningBOX Corporation, as an IT introduction support business, provides total support from hearing to preparation and submission of application documents and post-introduction reporting. We have a wealth of experience in introducing IT to small and medium-sized enterprises, and can make proposals that meet the challenges of the workplace. We provide services in cooperation with a specialized laborer's office for various procedures, so that even first-time users can use our services with peace of mind. Subsidized Expenses The subsidy covers the cost of IT tool "learningBOX" license (software usage fee), various paid options, and "introduction support," "operation support," and "maintenance support" as introduction-related expenses approved for this project. Please refer to the "Fees" page for information on "learningBOX" license fees and paid options. For more information on how much subsidy you can receive, and for free simulations of license configurations and support coverage that meet your needs, please contact us from the following link. Please feel free to inquire about the cost of introducing learningBOX, as there is a limit to the period during which IT introduction subsidies can be obtained. Request a free simulation What the e-learning system "learningBOX" can achieve The e-learning system "learningBOX" has an intuitive UI/UX that allows even those without specialized IT knowledge to easily create and manage teaching materials, manage members, and save and view grades. It is a domestically produced system with more than 700,000 registered users and more than 1,500 companies using the system (as of the end of March 2025). In addition to reducing training operation costs and time, the system has been proven effective in equalizing the quality of education and visualizing and quantitatively evaluating learning outcomes. Effects of introducing the e-learning system "learningBOX Reduction of Time & Cost in Training OperationFor a company that provides support for the preparation and disclosure of legal disclosure documents, etc., mainly for listed companies, the replacement of the e-learning system has reduced the workload for checking unattended courses by 97%. In addition, internal data shows that the company was able to save 60 hours in the operation of compliance training and about 1.5 million in costs. →Click here to see the case study of PRONEXUS Inc. A risk consulting company has reduced the number of contact person operations by 44% by introducing the "learningBOX" e-learning system. In addition, the company has been able to improve operational efficiency by reducing the number of man-hours required for operations. →Click here to see the case study of Tokio Marine Dealer Co. 400,000 yen cost cut per yearAn insurance agency succeeded in cutting costs by 400,000 yen per year by introducing the e-learning system "learningBOX" and consolidating and linking the systems. In addition, work man-hours have also been significantly reduced. →Click here to see the case study of F.L.P. Inc. LearningBOX" Case Studies of Small and Medium Enterprises The "learningBOX" e-learning system is being used by many small and medium-sized companies and small businesses, regardless of industry or type, for employee training, training management, hiring and promotion exams, knowledge sharing, and more. Switching from group training to online training improves training management efficiency → Click here to see the case study of Ventuno Inc. Reducing management man-hours and costs by digitizing training materials → Click here to see the case study of HALEYAKA JAPAN Co. For other examples of e-learning system "learningBOX" use, please visit the "Case Studies" page. Flow of "IT Subsidy 2025" from application to grant The application process is as follows: LearningBOX, an IT implementation support provider, will assist you in the grant application process. 1) Selection of IT tools . After hearing from you, we will propose a "learningBOX" license configuration, scope of support, etc. that meets your needs. We will also simulate the introduction schedule and subsidy amount. (Please refer to the "Price List" for the e-learning system "learningBOX" plan.) (2) Acquisition of "GBIZ ID" Prime The "GBIZ ID" is a service provided by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry that allows you to log in to various administrative services with a single ID. Please register from the "GBIZ ID official page" as it is required for the grant application requirements. (3) Implementation of the SECURITY ACTION Declaration The "SECURITY ACTION" declaration by the Information-technology Promotion Agency, Japan (IPA) is required. It is a system for self-declaration of information security measures, and the requirement is to declare "★One Star" or "★Two Stars". (4) Apply for a subsidy . To apply for a subsidy, you will need to prepare a business plan and other documents. LearningBOX will assist in the preparation of each document. After receiving an invitation from learningBOX to "Application My Page," please enter the applicant's basic information, such as the representative's name. Please enter the information and attach documents necessary for the grant application. The learningBOX will input the information on the IT tools to be installed. After final confirmation of the information entered on the "Application My Page", please take the oath for the application and submit it to the secretariat. (5) Grant Decision <Introduction of learningBOX After the grant decision is made, you will be required to install the "learningBOX". Please note that if a contract or order is placed before notification of the grant decision, you will not be eligible for the subsidy. (6) Report the effects of project implementation After the product is introduced, a report on the results is required. LearningBOX will support you in this area as well. If you have any questions about the grant or learningBOX, please feel free to contact us! Go to inquiry form Reference】 "Subsidy for IT Introduction Support Project for Improving Service Productivity" (IT Introduction Subsidy 2025) Secretariat, "Details of New Application and Procedure Flow" (Japanese only) Back to Table of Contents IT Subsidy 2025 Application Schedule and Notes This section provides the schedule of the grant application period and points to keep in mind when applying for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025". Some points require time, such as the collection of information to be input, so please proceed with your preparations systematically. Grant application period for the "IT Subsidy 2025" (regular framework) The latest application schedule for the Subsidy for IT Introduction 2025 (regular quota) is as follows. The schedule up to the 5th deadline has now been finalized. Third Deadline Deadline July 18, 2025 (Fri.) 17:00 Grant Decision Date Tuesday, September 2, 2025 (tentative) Project implementation period From grant decision to 17:00, February 27, 2026 (Friday) (tentative) Deadline for reporting project results February 27, 2026 (Fri.) 17:00 (tentative) Deadline for the 4th round Deadline August 20, 2025 (Wednesday) 17:00 Grant Decision Date Tuesday, September 30, 2025 (tentative) Project implementation period From grant decision to 17:00, March 31, 2026 (Tuesday) (tentative) Deadline for project performance report March 31, 2026 (Tue.) 17:00 (tentative) Fifth deadline Deadline September 22, 2025 (Monday) 17:00 Grant Decision Date October 31, 2025 (Friday) (tentative) Project implementation period From grant decision to 17:00, April 30, 2026 (Thursday) (tentative) Deadline for project performance report April 30, 2026 (Thursday) 17:00 (tentative) In FY2024, applications were accepted up to the "7th deadline," so please check the "Project Schedule" of the "Subsidy for IT Introduction Support Project for Service Productivity Improvement" (IT Introduction Subsidy 2025) office for the latest information. Points to note when applying for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025 Prepare early! Some items, such as obtaining a "G-Biz ID" prime or declaring a "SECURITY ACTION," may take time to obtain or implement. To avoid the risk of missing the application deadline, start preparations well in advance. Be sure to check eligibility for assistance and application requirements. Renewal of existing tools or use of ineligible "IT implementation support providers" will not be eligible for assistance. Also, contracts and payments made prior to the grant decision will not be approved. Be sure to check the latest application guidelines and official information. Be careful of incomplete or omitted information in the application documents. Incomplete or omitted information in the application documents can lead to rejection, so please work closely with your IT vendor (IT implementation support provider) and carefully check the required documents and descriptions. In particular, it is important to present a business plan that is specific and numerical. Don't forget about reporting obligations after implementation. After the grant is awarded, you are obligated to report on the results and effects of the introduction of the system. Be sure to properly manage the necessary documents and data after the introduction, including the status of achievement of improvement targets, and have a system in place to report by the deadline. Early preparation and systematic progress are important for a successful application for the "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025. It takes approximately two weeks to obtain a "G-biz ID" prime, and we recommend that companies considering applying for the program begin registering for an account in parallel with the selection of IT tools. Please also refer to the "Guide for Grant Application" issued by the Secretariat of the IT Support Project for Improving Service Productivity. One Point Advice from the Supervisor The fiscal year 2025 IT introduction subsidy has become more beneficial for businesses, as the eligible expenses for the subsidy have been expanded and the subsidy rate has been raised. On the other hand, the screening process has been made stricter than last year, and the application rules have become more detailed. Compared to past IT introduction subsidies, it is now more important to explain to the reviewers in an easy-to-understand manner why the IT tool is necessary and what benefits can be expected from its introduction. Keep this point in mind when submitting your planning application. Back to Table of Contents SUMMARY The "2025 Wall" is the background behind the implementation of IT implementation subsidies. Issues such as aging legacy systems, shortage of IT human resources, and stagnation of DX have been raised. Under these circumstances, the introduction of e-learning systems is an important key for SMEs to achieve human resource development and business efficiency. The "IT Subsidy 2025" will enable you to implement a state-of-the-art educational DX at a low cost. Why not take your company's human resource development and operational efficiency one step further by preparing early and working with a reliable IT vendor (IT implementation support provider)? By combining "IT Introduction Subsidy 2025" and "learningBOX", we provide one-stop support from application to introduction and operation. Please feel free to contact us. We provide services from application to follow-up with a starting fee of 0 yen and a contingency fee. IT Subsidy Consultation If you are in a hurry, you can also apply for a web meeting immediately! Sign up by specifying a date and time ▼ We also recommend this one! Also read. Back to Table of Contents
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Ver. 2.31

Thank you for using learningBOX. Today, learningBOX has been upgraded to Ver. 2.31. We would like to introduce you to the various functions that have been added and modified with the version upgrade. Enhanced functions Enhanced report output functionality The new system allows for easy output of data such as learning history and course status, which is necessary for applications for "subsidies to support human resource development" and other such programs. This greatly reduces the time and effort required to prepare application documents and supports smoother utilization of subsidies. For details, please refer to "Report Output". Enhanced analysis of aggregated survey data The aggregate data from the survey can now be visualized in easy-to-understand graphs and reports. You can intuitively grasp the results and issues of the training, and link them to effective feedback and the next learning plan. *For details, please refer to "Performance Analysis. Upgraded SCIM Linkage In addition to conventional user information integration, SCIM integration of group information is now possible with major Identity Providers (IdPs) such as Microsoft Entra ID and Okta. This automates group management tasks, reducing management man-hours and enhancing security. *For details, please refer to "Using SCIM" in "Linking with External Systems. List of New Functions/Functional Modifications For detailed information on the new features/functional improvements added this time, including the aforementioned features, please refer to the release notes below. Release Notes (For customers who have subscribed to the "Customize" paid option) With this major version-up, there are some changes to the side menu structure.　Please check the following link and make adjustments as necessary. Contents of change Other For further information or questions, please contact the following Inquiry Form We will continue to do our utmost to provide products and services that satisfy our customers. We look forward to your continued patronage.
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Thank you for your continued support of learningBOX. We will be performing a major version upgrade (update to Ver. 2.31) of the shared server from June 17 (Tue.) to June 18 (Wed.), 2025. Please note that the system will be unavailable during the following period. Implementation periodTuesday, June 17, 2025 22:00 - Wednesday, June 18, 2025 06:00 Please note that the end time may vary depending on the progress of the work. Please understand this in advance. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
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learningBOX upgraded to Ver. 2.30

Thank you for using learningBOX. Today, learningBOX has been upgraded to Ver. 2.30. We would like to introduce you to the various functions that have been added and improved in the new version. Enhanced functions Study progress notifications We have also enhanced the "Chart" screen so that notifications can be sent to students who have not completed their studies to encourage them to study. *For details, please refer to "Learning Progress" in the "Medical Records" section. Enhanced function to limit the number of simultaneous logins The number of logins can be restricted on a group basis. This allows for greater security than ever before. *For details, please refer to "Setting Simultaneous Login Restrictions". List of New Functions/Functional Improvements For detailed information on the new features/functional improvements added this time, including the aforementioned features, please refer to the release notes below. Release Notes (For customers who have subscribed to the "Customize" paid option) The side menu has been changed in accordance with this major version upgrade.　Please check the contents from the link below and adjust as necessary. Contents of change Other For further information or questions, please contact the following Inquiry Form We will continue to do our utmost to provide products and services that satisfy our customers. We look forward to your continued patronage.
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Thank you for your continued support of learningBOX. We will be performing a major version upgrade of the shared server (update to Ver. 2.30) on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Please note that learningBOX will be unavailable during the following time period. Date and time of the update: April 23, 2025 (Wed.) 01:00 - 05:00 Please note that the end time may vary depending on the status of the work. Please understand this in advance. Please note that the major version-up schedule may change depending on the progress of the work. In that case, we will inform you again. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to our customers and appreciate your understanding.
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Thank you for using our services. In order to enhance security and ensure stable operation of our services, we will be updating the white list. The following items will be added to the white list. The following targets will be added: "https://assets.learningbox.online", "https://edge.learningbox.online", "https://api.learningbox.online", "https://cdn.learningbox. online", "https://api.learningbox.online. online". If you have managed your domain permission list in your security settings, please check/update your settings as necessary. Date of implementation and target version: June 18, 2025 (Wednesday), Ver. 2.31 We would appreciate it if you could share this issue with your internal network administrators. If you have any questions, please contact our support. Thank you for your continued support.
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Human Resource Development Grant for e-Training

In recent years, "reskilling" has been attracting attention due to corporate DX promotion, new business development, and responses to human resource shortages. The use of e-learning has become indispensable for effective and efficient training to obtain skills to cope with new technologies and business operations. However, many people in charge of e-learning may have problems such as "Which system should we introduce?", "How cost-effective is it?", and "We are planning e-learning training, but the cost is a bottleneck. In such cases, the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare offers a subsidy to support human resource development. In this article, we will provide an overview of the "Subsidy for Supporting Human Resource Development," the key points for selecting an e-learning system suitable for it, and recommended e-learning systems that meet the requirements for the subsidy. If you are considering a reskilling training project that will take advantage of the "Human Resources Development Support Subsidy," please take a look at this article for reference. Article supervised by: Shumi Suda, Labor and Social Insurance Consultant, sumac Co. The information in this article is current as of March 2025. What is the "Human Resource Development Support Grant"? The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) has been providing subsidies to support human resource development at companies, and from April 2022, e-learning training is also eligible. This section provides an overview of the program and the courses that are eligible for e-learning. Outline of the "Subsidy for Supporting Human Resource Development The "Subsidy for Supporting Human Resource Development" provides subsidies for training expenses and part of the wages during the training period, when employers implement vocational training, etc. according to a plan in order to help their employees acquire specialized knowledge and skills related to their job content. The following six courses are available as subsidies for human resource development. Human resource development support course Course for granting educational and training leave, etc. Course for Promotion of Investment in Human Resources Business development reskilling support course Certified Construction Worker Training Course Technical Training Course for Construction Workers Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, "Subsidy for Human Resource Development Support Subsidy for Human Resources Development and Career Upgrade Subsidy The "subsidy for human resources development" is often mistaken for the "subsidy for career advancement. The "subsidy for human resources development support" is available not only to full-time employees, but also to contract workers, part-time workers, and other workers as long as they are covered by employment insurance. On the other hand, the "Career Up Subsidy" does not depend on whether or not they are covered by employment insurance, but covers non-regular workers such as part-timers, part-time workers, and temporary workers. The purpose of the "subsidies for human resource development support" is to promote the development of employees' professional skills. The "Career Up Subsidy" is aimed at converting non-regular workers into regular employees and improving their compensation. These two subsidies can be used together, so if you wish to receive one, please check the requirements and conditions for receiving both subsidies in advance. Reference】 Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare, "Career Up Subsidy Courses for which e-learning is covered by the "Subsidy for Human Resources Development The "Subsidy for Supporting Human Resources Development" includes six courses, of which e-learning is covered in the "Course for Supporting Human Resources Development," "Course for Promoting Investment in Human Resources," and "Course for Supporting Reskilling of Business Expansion, etc.". In the case of e-learning, only the cost is covered by the subsidy. Human Resources Development Support Course The "Human Resource Development Support Course" provides subsidies for training expenses when training is conducted in accordance with a training plan in order to help employees acquire knowledge and skills related to their jobs. The following three training programs are available Human Resource Development Training: Training for employees to acquire knowledge and skills related to their jobs, conducted through OFF-JT. Accredited vocational training with practical training: Practical vocational training accredited by the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare, which effectively combines on-the-job training and off-the-job training. Fixed-term practical trainingTraining for fixed-term contract workers to convert them to regular workers, etc., through an effective combination of on-the-job training and off-the-job training. In the case of "human resource development training," e-learning training is also eligible for subsidy. Some "authorized practical vocational training" and "fixed-term practical training" may be eligible for the subsidy. For details, please refer to the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare website. Course for Promotion of Investment in Human Resources The "Course for Promotion of Investment in Human Resources" was realized based on a proposal from the public in order to accelerate investment in human resources. The subsidy will be provided for a limited period from fiscal year 2009 to fiscal year 2026. The following five types of training programs are available, all of which include e-learning training. Training for advanced digital human resources/training for human resources in growing fields, etc. Training for advanced digital human resources and training at graduate schools Vocational training with certified practical training in the information technology fieldTraining that combines on-the-job training and off-the-job training to make inexperienced IT workers ready for the workplace. Subscription-based trainingTraining through subscription-based training services ■Voluntary professional development trainingTraining taken voluntarily by workers (subsidy for employers who bear the training costs) Long-term education and training leave systemSubsidies are provided to employers who have introduced a long-term education and training leave system or a shortened working hours system for education and training, and whose workers take such leave to receive training. For details, please refer to the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare website. Business development reskilling support course The "Business Development and Other Reskilling Support Course" is designed for training associated with business development such as launching a new business, DX (Digital Transformation), and GX (Green Transformation) to reduce carbon dioxide emissions. The subsidy covers training expenses for employers to provide their workers with the knowledge and skills needed in new fields, when such training is conducted in accordance with a plan. E-learning training is also eligible for this subsidy. For details, please refer to the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare website. There are various requirements for employers who are eligible to utilize the "Subsidy for Supporting Human Resource Development" and for the training to be provided. Please check the latest information on the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare website for details before preparing your application. Points to consider when selecting an e-learning system for grant utilization In order to take advantage of the "Human Resource Development Support Subsidy," it is important to confirm that the functions of the e-learning system/LMS (Learning Management System) meet the requirements of the subsidy. By selecting an appropriate system, you can proceed with your plan efficiently. What e-learning systems meet the requirements? First, it is important to understand what kind of e-learning system or LMS (Learning Management System) requirements are set for the grant you wish to receive. In the case of the "Human Resource Development Support Grant," there is no specification for the system to be covered, so you can choose the system that best fits your company. Let's check below to see what functions are required. Fixed-price services are not eligible for some courses. Please note that subscription-based services (subscription-type services) are not eligible for subsidies under the "Human Resource Development Support Course. Progress management and proof of completion of training are important. In the case of e-learning training, what is important is the ability to prove that trainees have completed the course. In addition to the ability to manage the progress and completion status of trainees, the system must also be able to provide a certificate of completion and course history upon completion of the training. Tracking of course hours is possible. Since training must be conducted during workers' working hours, it is necessary to keep track of the hours of attendance. Be able to prove that training is being conducted during working hours. Smoothly output data. Within two months from the day after the end of the training, the applicant must submit the necessary documents, such as an application form for payment. Since it is also necessary to submit LMS data such as documents proving completion of the course and course history, it would be useful to have a function that enables smooth output of the necessary data. There are many functions that not only satisfy the application requirements, but also ensure that the person is taking the course and reduce operational man-hours, so please refer to them when selecting an e-learning system. It is best to inquire in advance whether the system or LMS you wish to introduce is compatible with the "Human Resource Development Support Subsidy. Handling of e-Learning System Costs There are two main types of e-learning systems: cloud-based and on-premise. Cloud-based Cloud computing," which utilizes a system built on a service provider's server, is treated as an expense for accounting purposes because it is considered a use of a service. On-premise type The "On-Premise" type, which is built on the company's own servers, is the purchase of a software package and is treated as an asset for accounting purposes. Therefore, it is depreciated over its useful life. The initial and monthly costs are different for each type. First, clarify your company's requirements and consider services that meet them. learningBOX for career development support projects through reskilling. The e-learning system "learningBOX" corresponds to the payment requirements for the three courses of the "Human Resource Development Support Subsidy": "Human Resource Development Support Course," "Promotion of Investment in Human Resources Course," and "Business Development and Other Reskilling Support Course" in which training through e-learning is covered. *This does not guarantee receipt of the "Subsidy for Supporting Human Resources Development" application. Functional Comprehensiveness to Meet Grant Requirements LearningBOX is equipped with the following functions related to the application for the "Human Resource Development Support Subsidy". Certificate of accreditation To apply for payment, you must submit proof of completion of the course, and learningBOX can issue a "certificate". You can take advantage of the "Clear Conditions" feature, which grants certificates only to users who have attended all the content in a course. The certificate can have a handwritten signature inserted, allowing for certification with the participant's own signature. In addition, course content (what was learned and how to apply it in the future) entered by the participant can also be inserted (creation of a certificate template), and the created data can be downloaded in PDF format. This reduces the burden of the payment application process. Publication Period Since training must be conducted during workers' working hours, learningBOX allows you to set a "release period" to facilitate scheduling. Form Output In order to apply for payment, you need to submit documents that show the status of training. learningBOX allows you to easily output data such as learning history and attendance status (report output). By using the "Email Notification" function to send notices to those who have not taken the training, or by using the "Skip to Play" function to prohibit the skipping of video materials, it is also possible to prove that the trainee has attended the training. Other features include an "anti-fraud" function to prevent spoofing and cheating (with some restrictions depending on the plan). These features reduce the burden on managers by reducing the man-hours required to conduct training and the time and effort required to apply for subsidies. ▼learningBOX is a system with a proven track record in applying for "subsidies to support human resource development Immediate availability and high cost performance Because learningBOX is a cloud-based system, you can start using it immediately after registering an account. The pay-as-you-go pricing system is easy to implement, and the number of accounts can be increased sequentially according to the scale of your business. The simple UI is designed to be easy to use from the perspective of both participants and administrators, allowing you to develop training programs as you wish. The introduction of learningBOX will assist in the smooth launch of reskilling projects that anticipate the use of human resource development support subsidies. Ease of use and flexibility LearningBOX has the advantage that its operation screen is intuitive and easy to understand, allowing smooth implementation even by those who do not have a high level of IT literacy. The system is also highly customizable, with a rich set of functions for creating original teaching materials. For those who prefer a ready-made program, learningBOX also offers "Business Skills x Generative AI Training" with support for application for "Human Resource Development Support Subsidy" in cooperation with "Change Corporation," which is engaged in human resource development and other businesses. Back to Table of Contents SUMMARY E-learning training utilizing the "Subsidy for Supporting Human Resource Development" is an effective way to succeed in the reskilling business. learningBOX is a system that is both easy to use and effective, and has been supported by many companies, which have applied for the "Subsidy for Supporting Human Resource Development". Why not use a combination of the subsidy and learningBOX to start up a reskilling business? If you are considering launching a reskilling training business with the "Human Resource Development Support Subsidy" in mind, or if you would like to know more about learningBOX, please download our brochure! Back to Table of Contents
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Updates of White List

Thank you for using our services. For the sake of security and stable operation of our service, we are updating the white list. The following changes have been made to the white list: ・ Deletion of "https://cdnjs.cloudflare.com/" ・ Addition of "https://media-cdn.learningbox.online/" *This change does not require any special configuration changes on the part of the customer.　Customers will be able to use the service without any problem with the current settings. Date of implementation: Wednesday, March 12, 2025 Although there is no need to change the settings, we would appreciate it if you could share this issue with your network administrator. If you have any questions, please contact our support. Thank you for your continued support.
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Notice of Major Version Upgrade

Thank you for your continued support of learningBOX. We will be performing a major version upgrade (update to Ver. 2.29) of the shared server from March 11 (Tue.) to March 12 (Wed.), 2025. Please note that learningBOX will not be available during the following period. Implementation periodTuesday, March 11, 2025 22:00 - Wednesday, March 12, 2025 06:00 Please note that the end time may vary depending on the status of the work. Please understand this in advance. Please note that the major version-up schedule may change depending on the progress of the work. In that case, we will inform you again. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to our customers and appreciate your understanding.
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Important】Notes regarding system maintenance

Thank you for using our service. We will be performing internal system maintenance during the following period. March 1 (Sat.) - 2 (Sun.) and all day March 8 (Sat.) - 9 (Sun.), 2025 The service will be available during the above periods, but depending on the server load, the response speed may be temporarily slow. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. We ask owner-managers to please refrain from simultaneous accesses (e.g., many users starting tests at the same time) during the above period, as the response speed may be temporarily slowed down due to a concentration of accesses.
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