Support System

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A Small Step Toward Your Dream – Government-Funded Programs Support for Job Seekers & Employees

Start your journey to becoming a barista or pâtissier with First Academy.
Join certified, government-approved professional courses in each field — taught by real industry experts, without the financial burden!
Up to 70% support with the National Tomorrow Learning Card for both job seekers and current employees, including free textbooks.

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  • Support System 01

    National Employment Support Program

    This is a government-funded program designed to provide comprehensive employment support services and financial aid to job seekers who are willing and able to work but are struggling to find employment. It aims to promote active job searching and support livelihood stability.

    01Training Eligibility

    Type I
    Eligibility Based
    Age: 15–69 years
    Income: 60% or less of the median income
    Assets: Total household assets under 400 million KRW (under 500 million KRW for youth aged 15–34)
    Employment Experience: 100 days or more, or over 800 hours
    Selective (Economically Inactive)
    Age: 15–69 years
    Income: 60% or less of the median income
    Assets: Total household assets under 400 million KRW
    Employment Experience: Less than 100 days or 800 hours
    Selective (Youth Special Case)
    Age: 15–34 years
    Income: 120% or less of the median income
    Assets: Total household assets under 400 million KRW
    Employment Experience: Not required
    Type II
    Specific Groups / Youth (15–34 years) / Middle-aged (35–69 years)
    Income: 100% or less of the median income for middle-aged applicants (no income requirement for specific groups and youth)
    Assets: Not applicable
    Employment Experience: Not required
    * For exact eligibility, please contact your local employment support center.

    02Employment Support Services

    • STEP 01 Career Planning
      Consultation & registration
      Aptitude test
      Group sessions & seminars
      Personal job plan
    • STEP 02 Skill Building
      Training based on your plan
      Support for youth & adults
    • STEP 03 Job Matching
      Custom job search
      Interview assistance
    • STEP 04 Ongoing Support
      Job info & guidance
      Post-program support
      Incentives available
  • Support System 02

    National Tomorrow Learning Card

    Regardless of employment status—unemployed, employed, or self-employed—this program provides financial support for training through the National Tomorrow Learning Card. It is a system that comprehensively manages your vocational training history.

    01Eligibility

    All Korean citizens seeking vocational training
    * However, the following are excluded: government employees, private school faculty, students (except those graduating soon), self-employed individuals with annual sales over 150 million KRW, large company employees earning over 3 million KRW/month (under age 45), special employment types, and individuals over age 75.

    02Support Details

    National Tomorrow Learning Card – Support Details
    Eligible Recipients Training Fee Support Rate
    National Tomorrow Learning Card Holders Support for 45–85% of training fees, up to a maximum of 3 million KRW
    Employment Success Package Type 1 Support for 50–85% of training fees, up to a maximum of 5 million KRW
    Employment Success Package Type 2 Support for 80–100% of training fees, up to a maximum of 3 million KRW
    * Unemployed individuals and low-income workers (recipients of the Earned Income Tax Credit) may receive up to 116,000 KRW per month in training incentives if they participate in training for 140 hours or more.
    * Any amount exceeding the support limit must be paid by the individual.
    * The card is valid for 5 years from the date of issuance.
Application Procedure

Training Application Process

Quick and easy access to
government-funded training programs

  • 01Course Consultation

    Online or phone consultation
    ☎ 031-524-9770

  • 02Card Application

    Watch video & explore courses
    then apply for the card

  • 03Job Counseling

    For courses over 140 hrs,
    visit center for counseling

  • 04Register for Course

    Apply via Employment 24

  • 05Take the Course

    Complete training
    and get certified

  • 06Employment Support

    Get help with job placement
    and success incentives

Education Process

Training Process

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government-supported training steps

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  • Trainee Selection

    01Trainee Selection

    Selected based on criteria
    and trained in small groups

  • Training

    02Training

    Focused training for
    certification and skills

  • Job Consulting

    03Job Consulting

    1:1 job/startup support
    and company connections

Education Program

Government-Funded Courses

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  • Coffee Barista

    Domestic Barista

    Learn coffee basics, espresso extraction,
    and milk steaming techniques.

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  • EUCA Barista

    EUCA European Barista

    Covers barista basics, applied skills,
    and customer communication.

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  • SCA Barista

    SCA Barista

    A top-level barista certification
    accredited by the Specialty Coffee Association.

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  • Advanced Latte Art

    Advanced Latte Art

    Learn complex latte art designs
    step by step with practical skills.

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  • Advanced Brewing

    Advanced Brewing

    Learn brew methods, extraction timing,
    and key techniques based on bean types.

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  • Advanced Roasting

    Advanced Roasting

    Learn roaster operation, roasting methods,
    and blending techniques.

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  • Baking Certificate

    Baking & Pastry Technician

    Learn key baking items, basic cooking skills,
    and decoration techniques for certification.

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  • Cake Design

    Cake Design

    Learn cake basics and advanced techniques,
    including blossom arrangement and icing.

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  • Baking Master

    Baking Master

    All-in-one program covering basics to advanced
    trendy desserts for professional baking skills.

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