In order to certify the levels of skill and knowledge of Japanese technical communicators on uniform criteria, JTCA conducts TC certification exams.
Up until 2008, the following examinations were administered.
Technical Writing: Entry Level
Technical Writing: Advanced Level
Direction of Manual Production
Starting from the summer of 2009, the past examinations will be completely re-organized into the following categories.The re-organization of categories will be concluded in 2012.
Entry Level
Basic Technical Writing
Professional Level
Practical Ability of Producing Manuals
Directing Ability of Instructional Information
Expert Level
Creation of Instructional Contents