Alterra Education provides learning and support programs throughout Japan for individuals, corporations and academic organizations as well as education industry consultancy services for professional development and business optimization. Get better.

We are passionate about making things better. Based in Kobe/Osaka and working globally, Alterra is committed to bringing value to our clients by identifying the gap between where they are and where they need to be. Our expertise includes all aspects of learning design; the delivery, the curriculum and the assessment. Contact us to get...better.

Solutions for Learners

Alterra offers a range of customized learning programs for individuals, corporations and educational institutions to enhance the language proficiency, communication skills and intercultural understanding needed to be effective global communicators.

English Language

Onsite / Online Lessons

Communication Skills

Seminars / Executive Coaching

Business English
General English
Pre-departure
Test Preparation
English for Specific Purposes: Industries, Jobs and Tasks

Presentations
Meeting Participation
Facilitation
Negotiation
E-mail and Report Writing
Online Communication
Inter-cultural Awareness

Solutions for Schools and Education Providers

Alterra can leverage a network of experienced education industry professionals to help teachers and schools assess existing teaching, curriculum and business strategies to close gaps and find new opportunities. From teacher professional development to instructional design and curriculum creation, we aim to find solutions for better teaching, better learning and better business.

Human Resources

Consulting & Support

Curriculum

Project Management and Production

Hiring
Outsourcing and Offshoring
Teacher Training
Performance Assessment

Content Development
Instructional Design
EdTech Solutions
Assessments

Company Profile

Eric Altman

Owner

Certifications

Resume/CV

Originally from Canada, Eric has lived in Japan for over 20 years and has extensive experience as a teacher, teacher-trainer, and manager responsible for all aspects of human resources for one of Japan’s leading providers of global business communication training programs. In addition to being a key trainer and advisor for many major multi-national companies, Eric also has experience with global marketing of study abroad programs, professional development of teachers, language assessment and curriculum creation.