China certifies first group of long-term care specialists

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  A total of 81 qualified practitioners have recently received China's first ever long-term care specialist certificates in Nantong City in East China's Jiangsu Province,

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  marking the official launch of the newly recognized profession.

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  Designed to address the growing needs of an aging population,

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  and the social challenges posed by chronic illnesses or disability.

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  The long-term care specialists are expected to alleviate the burden on families struggling with the disability of family members.

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  Li Tao deputy director of the National Health Security Administration,

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  said that the aging demographic has created enormous demand for long-term care.

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  This profession will elevate service quality,

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  drive innovation in health and wellness industries, and enhance public satisfaction.

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  The certification program has three tiers, namely elementary, intermediate and advanced,

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  with exams combining written tests and simulated practical assessments to evaluate both knowledge and skills.

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  The inaugural Jiangsu exam saw an 81% pass rate among 100 candidates,

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  with applicants aged 20 to over 60.

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  Lu Yayun, a 51-year-old former childcare worker,

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  said that this certificate recognizes her expertise and fuels her confidence in this career,

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  adding that every senior deserves compassionate care and she is committed to serving more families with professionalism and dedication.

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  To standardize evaluations,

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  Jiangsu has introduced a comprehensive regulatory framework with 21 documents covering exam administration and certification management,

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