Core Viewpoint - The establishment of a vocational skills assessment system for elderly care services is crucial for addressing the talent shortage and improving service quality in the aging economy [1][4]. Group 1: Talent Shortage and Service Quality - The elderly care industry faces a severe talent shortage, with a lack of professional caregivers leading to inconsistent service quality and low social recognition for practitioners [1][2]. - Consumers' trust in elderly care services is insufficient, which dampens enthusiasm for long-term care insurance products [1]. Group 2: Skills Assessment System - The joint implementation of a vocational skills assessment system by the Ministry of Civil Affairs and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security aims to create a clear and authoritative skill evaluation standard [1][3]. - This system will provide a growth pathway for caregivers, from junior workers to senior technicians, thereby quantifying and realizing the value of skills [1][2]. Group 3: Impact on Financial Products - A well-defined talent system will enhance the quality of services that support financial products like long-term care insurance, ensuring that consumers can access reliable care when needed [3]. - The skills assessment system will help financial institutions accurately evaluate the capabilities of service providers, thereby strengthening the trust between consumers and financial products [3][4]. Group 4: Long-term Industry Development - Establishing a skilled workforce in elderly care will support the application of intelligent elderly care products and the integration of medical and elderly care services [2][4]. - The recognition of caregivers' skills and the establishment of a professional identity will enhance the attractiveness of the profession, ultimately leading to a more robust and skilled workforce [2][3].