INFORMATION
1. Overview of the School and Educational Goals
Principal's Greeting
A learning institution dedicated to training specialized professionals
in the fields of healthcare, sports, and hospitality/tourism.
With over 30 years of history and more than 5,000 graduates, our institution aims for further development and continues to be a trusted and chosen educational institution by society. As the only educational institution in the region dedicated to nurturing students aspiring to become professionals in the fields of 'Healthcare,' 'Sports,' and 'Hospitality/Tourism,' we are committed to fostering the next generation of skilled professionals.
- "Towards becoming a professional in the healthcare field."
- "Towards becoming a professional in the sports field."
- "Towards becoming a professional in the hospitality and tourism field."
Our institution will fully support you as you embark on a new path.
Let’s take the first step toward the future together.
Founding Philosophy
Okinawa Medical College of Technology
- To cultivate highly specialized professionals in the fields of healthcare, insurance, and welfare.
- To cultivate individuals who can comprehensively and integratively understand various specialized areas within the fields of healthcare, insurance, and welfare.
Okinawa Hotel & Tourism College
- To cultivate professionals who can immediately contribute as effective members of the tourism and hospitality industry.
- To provide customers with joy and enjoyment through invisible services.
Founding Spirit
A school that contributes to the international community.
- In countries such as China, South Korea, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia, there has been an increase in single-person households and elderly couples living alone, due to factors such as industrialization, urbanization, nuclear families, longer life expectancy, and the breakdown of traditional family structures. As a result, these societies are beginning to face various life issues, including health problems, healthcare issues, and caregiving challenges. These changes mirror the process that our own country has gone through, and it is expected that, moving forward, issues such as the review of healthcare and welfare systems, as well as the development of highly specialized professionals, will arise.
- From the perspective of fulfilling the role expected of our country by neighboring nations, we will actively address these challenges, share useful information based on our experience in an aging society, and strive to contribute internationally.
| School Name for Facilities | ・Okinawa Medical College of Technology ・Okinawa Hotel & Tourism College |
| Principal's Name | ・Okinawa Medical College of Technology (Principal: Misaki Nomura) ・Okinawa Hotel & Tourism College (Principal: Misaki Nomura) |
| Installation vehicle | school corporation |
| Board Chairman | Misaki Nomura |
| School Address | 7-9-8 Oyama, Ginowan City, Okinawa Prefecture |
| School Contact Details | TEL:098-898-0701 FAX:098-898-3832 |
| Historical Overview |
February 28, 1990
Approval for the Establishment of a Specialized Training College from the Governor of Okinawa Prefecture
April 1, 1990
Opening of the International Resort and Tourism College
April 2002
Moved to a newly built campus in Oyama, Ginowan City (current location). The school name was changed to High Technology Academy SOLA Okinawa College following the addition of new departments.
April 2007
The school name was changed to Okinawa Japan Sports Health and Welfare College, and a new department, 'Sports Osteopathy and Medical Trainer Department,' was established.
March 2008
A new private specialized training school, Holistic Beauty & Bridal College, was established and opened.
March 2009
Approval was granted for the transfer of ownership from the private specialized training school established by Masahiko Nakada to School Corporation SOLA Okinawa Gakuen. In April 2009, Holistic Beauty & Bridal College officially began under the new management.
April 2010
Approval was granted for the transfer of Okinawa Japan Sports Health and Welfare College, a private specialized training school established by Masahiko Nakada, to School Corporation SOLA Okinawa Gakuen, and it officially began under the new management.
April 2010
Received designation from the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare as an emergency medical technician training institution and established the 'Emergency Medical Science Department.
March 2015
As part of the 25th anniversary celebration of the academy's founding, the 'Building 2' was newly constructed and completed.
April 2015
Received designation from the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare as a training institution for Clinical Engineering Technicians, Judo Therapists, Confectionery Hygiene Technicians, Beauticians, and other programs, and established them as new departments.
April 2015
The name of Holistic Beauty & Bridal College was changed to Starwood BeB Beauty College.
April 2015
The name of Okinawa Japan Sports Health and Welfare College was changed to SOLA Okinawa College of Health and Medical Technology.
February 2017
The Emergency Medical Science Department was accredited by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology as a 'Vocational Practical Training Course.
February 2018
The Beauty Department and Pastry & Bakery Department were accredited by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology as 'Vocational Practical Training Courses.
February 2019
The Clinical Engineering Department and Judo Therapy Department were accredited by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology as 'Vocational Practical Training Courses.
April 2021
The name of SOLA Okinawa College of Health and Medical Technology was changed to Okinawa Medical College of Technology.
The name of Starwood BeB Beauty College was changed to Okinawa Hotel & Tourism College.Let me know if you need further clarification or adjustments! Established the Hotel Management Department. April 2024
Department of Business Administration and Information Science opens
April 2025
Department of International Business opened
Department of Hotel Management opens for 4 years Department of Business Administration and Information Science opens for 4 years Numerous championships and grand prizes at the National Association of Vocational Schools Sports Federation and various departmental competitions.
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(1) Overview of the Academy
School Corporation SOLA Academy operates Okinawa Medical College of Technology and Okinawa Hotel & Tourism College. Okinawa Medical College of Technology offers departments in Emergency Medical Science, Clinical Engineering, Judo Therapy, Sports Health, and Medical Office Administration. Okinawa Hotel & Tourism College is composed of departments in Beauty and Hotel Management. Both schools aim to meet the needs of the 21st century and train professionals who can contribute to and lead various industries.
(2) Educational Goals, Philosophy, and Features of the School
The school is founded on the principles of "human education" and "social contribution." Under the educational philosophy of "enhancing expertise" and "promoting personal growth and character development," the school practices vocational education with the motto: "To fully develop each individual's personality and abilities" and "To foster individuals who can think for themselves, make decisions, and take action.
2. Education in Each Department
Okinawa Medical College of Technology
Publication of Course Syllabi (syllabus)
Diploma Policy
Okinawa Hotel and Tourism College
Publication of the Course Outline (Syllabus)
Diploma Policy
3. Executives and Staff
Board Member
Board of Directors of SOLA Gakuen School Corporation
| Executive Names | Name |
|---|---|
| Board Member | (Nomura Misaki) |
| Board Member | (Nomura Masahiro) |
| Board Member | (Toyama Kenichi) |
| Board Member | (Fujino Kasei, Gakugai-sha) |
| Board Member | Zhao Dapeng (External Member) |
| Board Member | Shi Shengda (External Member) |
| Board Member | Fukuyama Hiroshi |
Faculty and Staff (As of May 1, 2024)
| School | Full-time Instructor | Part-time Faculty Member | Employee | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Okinawa Medical Engineering College | 14 | 22 | 9 | 45 |
| Okinawa Hotel and Tourism College | 5 | 0 | 4 | 9 |
| Total | 19 | 22 | 13 | 54 |
4. Career Education & Practical Training
(1) As Practical Vocational Education
(1) Each department invites universities, medical associations, various certification bodies, and professional athletes to conduct special lectures, corporate internships, and industry research.
(2) Faculty participate in various training sessions such as academic conferences and workshops organized by department-related organizations, aiming to enhance their skills.
(3) Collaborating with general hospitals, fire departments, medical equipment development industry, etc., to acquire practical specialized knowledge and skills, and to establish awareness and behavioral goals as a medical professional.
(2) As an employment support
① Promotion of job hunting through the holding of on-campus company briefings, individual interviews, internships, and other activities.
② Conducting aptitude tests, civil service mock exam preparation, company visits, company recruitment exams, and other activities.
③ Collaboration with Hello Work, opening of the school’s job information viewing room, and placement of employment counselors.
5. Various educational activities and learning environments.
① Organized by the Alumni Association (students), events such as the freshman welcome sports tournament and the school festival are held.
② Collaborative activities with companies and cooperation with events organized by Okinawa Prefecture and local municipalities.
③ Sending participants to the National Vocational School Sports Federation and the All-Senkyaku-Kakken Kyushu Block Sports Tournament.
④ Participation in events organized by department-related organizations, etc.
Activities by each department.
・Organized blood donation drives in cooperation with the Okinawa Red Cross Blood Center.
Department of Emergency Medical Technology
- Participation in medical support activities for the Kumejima Marathon.
- Participation in medical support activities for the NAHA Marathon.
- Participation in the 8th Southern Japan Emergency Life-Saving Techniques Student Championship.
- Participation in the All-Japan Student Life-Saving Techniques Championship.
- Conducting large-scale disaster response training.
- Visit to Self-Defense Forces units.
- Company briefing session
Department of Clinical Engineering
- Participation in the 17th Kyushu-Okinawa Clinical Engineering Conference.
- Company briefing session conducted by alumni
- Conducting a clinical training report session.
- Organizing a medical engineering research presentation.
- Conducting practical training on the latest dialysis equipment by a company.
- Special lecture on blood purification conducted by a company.
Department of Judo Therapy and Acupuncture
- Company briefing session
Department of Sports and Health Science
- Lecture and Gold Medal Presentation by Ms. Misato Dōshita, Paralympic Athlete
- Company briefing session by Dr. Stretch Co., Ltd.
- Company briefing session by Quick Co., Ltd.
- Company guidance session (4 companies).
- Lecture by Paralympic athlete Tsubasa Kina.
- Corporate internship
- Metron Blog (YouTube, Trainer) lecture session conducted.
- Company guidance session (approximately 10 companies).
- Company briefing session by Musashi Osteopathic Clinic.
- Company briefing session by TLS Iruka Osteopathic Clinic.
- Company briefing session by Busena Terrace.
- Volunteer for elderly exercise instruction (gymnastics, stretching guidance) at Isa Community Center.
Department of Hotel Management
- Conducting a hotel inspection and training within the prefecture.
- Conducting a hotel industry research presentation.
- Conducting a recruitment briefing session by hotels.
6. Grading and Evaluation
・2022 Academic Year GPA （pdf）
7. Student Life Support
(1) System for Student Counseling
Adopted a homeroom teacher system and established an educational counseling room.
(2) Support system for students' financial aspects
① For financially disadvantaged students and their families, a tuition installment payment system is available.
② To reduce the financial burden on students participating in club activities, a subsidy system for expenses related to external sports tournaments, technical competitions, and other events has been established.
③ Established an International Student Support Center.
④ Disability compensation through 24-hour student insurance coverage.
⑤ National Pension Student Payment Exemption System.
⑥ Partnership with private apartments (Student dormitory partnership).
⑦ Part-time job information referral and placement.
⑧ Installation of student-only parking lots for private cars and bicycle parking areas.
8. Student Fees and Enrollment Support
Information regarding tuition fees, admission fees, and other enrollment-related fees is provided in the student recruitment guidelines for each academic year.
9. School Finances
10. School Evaluation
11. Vocational Practical Specialist Course
Regulations Concerning Accreditation of Specialty Courses for Vocational Practice in Professional Training Schools.
(August 30, 2005, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Notification No. 133)
Revision History
Notification No. 100 of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), July 28, 2017
Notification No. 12 of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), February 28, 2020
Notification No. 104 of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), July 28, 2022
Revision History
Notification No. 100 of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), July 28, 2017
Notification No. 12 of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), February 28, 2020
Notification No. 104 of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), July 28, 2022
(Purpose)
Article 1
This regulation aims to maintain and improve the standard of vocational education in specialized courses at vocational schools by encouraging the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) to recognize and promote vocational practical specialized courses. These courses are designed to provide systematic education in the knowledge, skills, and techniques related to practical work in a specialized field (hereinafter referred to as 'Vocational Practical Specialized Courses'), with the goal of cultivating practical and specialized abilities necessary for a profession, as outlined in Article 124 of the School Education Act (Act No. 26 of 1947) and Article 125, Section 1 of the same Act.
(Certification)
Article 2
The Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology may certify a specialized course at a vocational school as a "Vocational Practical Specialized Course" if it meets the following requirements.
- The program is one that has been recognized by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology as a specialized course, under the provisions of Article 2 or Article 3 of the Regulations for the Award of the Titles of "Senmonshi" and "Kodo Senmonshi" to Graduates of Specialized Courses at Vocational Schools (Ministry of Education, Announcement No. 84 of 1994), which allows graduates to be titled "Senmonshi" or "Kodo Senmonshi.
- A system of collaboration with businesses, organizations, etc. (hereinafter referred to as "businesses") related to the field of study is established, and the creation of course offerings and other curriculum development is being carried out.
- In collaboration with businesses, practical training, hands-on skills, experiments, or exercises are conducted as part of the curriculum.
- In collaboration with businesses, organized training related to practical work in the respective fields of study is provided to faculty members.
- The evaluation prescribed in Article 67 of the same regulations, as applied by Article 189 of the School Education Act Enforcement Regulations, is conducted, and the results are made publicly available.
- In conducting the evaluation mentioned in the previous item, the participation of executives or employees of businesses as stakeholders of the vocational school must be ensured.
- In order to promote collaboration and cooperation with businesses, the vocational school provides information to businesses regarding the school’s educational activities and other aspects of its operations.
2. Vocational schools must make the information related to the accredited programs, as per the provisions of the preceding paragraph, publicly available through the use of the internet or other appropriate methods to promote the effective utilization of such information.
12. Application Form Related to the Confirmation of Article 7,
Paragraph 1 of the Act on Support for Academic Studies at Universities, etc.
Paragraph 1 of the Act on Support for Academic Studies at Universities, etc.
Confirmation Application Form No. 2, Sections 1 to 4 (as of May 1, 2024)
Publication of the Board of Directors' List