Ganghwa County to Support Young Unemployed in Certificate Exam Fees, Up to 100,000 Won

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Choi Ki-ho] Ganghwa County announced on the 12th that it will support certificate exam fees for young people until November 30 to strengthen youth employment competitiveness and alleviate economic burden.

The support targets unemployed youth aged 18 to 39 residing in the county, and eligible tests include national technical certificates, national professional certificates, nationally recognized private certificates, Korean History Competency Test, and foreign language tests taken on or after December 1, 2023.

Support will be provided up to a maximum of 100,000 won per person for one attempt within actual expenses. Starting this year, those with workplace health insurance enrollment or self-employed individuals as of the test date are excluded from eligibility.

To apply, submit supporting documents through the Incheon Youth Portal along with a health insurance qualification confirmation document or certificate of fact proving unemployment status as of the test date.

The county will accept and review application documents on a monthly basis and plans to disburse exam fees by the 20th of the following month.

A county official stated, "We hope that the certificate exam fee support will motivate young people to overcome difficult economic circumstances and provide motivation for self-development and improved job competitiveness," and added, "The county will continue to make efforts to implement policies that provide substantial help to young people."