Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineer, business analyst, chief information security officer, cloud computing engineer, computer science professor, computer scientist or computer science researcher, data scientist, database administrator, engineering manager, full-stack developer, information security analyst, information technology specialist, mobile application designer or developer, network architect, product manager, research and development (R&D) scientist, software developer, software engineer, software quality assurance manager, software tester, systems analyst, user interface designer, web developer

Diploma

30 months

STPM/A-level/equivalent

Acoustic consultant, aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, design engineer, electrical engineer, electronics engineer, IT consultant, multimedia programmer, network engineer, sound engineer, special effects technician, systems analyst, technical author, clinical technologist, control and instrumentation engineer, machine learning engineer, nuclear engineer

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Field automation specialist, quality control specialist, automation process engineer, field service engineer, safety & health engineer

Certificate

12 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Field automation specialist, quality control specialist, automation process engineer, field service engineer, safety & health engineer

Certificate

16 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Certificate

16 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Certificate - SKM L4

18 months

SKM L3

Office manager, administrator, office coordinator

Certificate - SKM L3

9 months

SKM L2

Office manager, administrator, office coordinator

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Certificate

15 months

SPM / SPMV OR completed Form 3 with SKM Level 3 in relevant field

Architectural designer, architectural drafter, architect, architectural project manager, building information modeling (BIM) coordinator, urban planner, construction project coordinator, building code specialist

Certificate

24 months

SPM / SPMV OR completed Form 3

Architectural designer, architectural drafter, architect, architectural project manager, building information modeling (BIM) coordinator, urban planner, construction project coordinator, building code specialist

Certificate

12 months

SPM / SPMV OR completed Form 3 with SKM Level 2 in relevant field

Restaurant manager, catering manager, food and beverage manager, event manager, hotel manager, banquet manager

Certificate

9 months

SPM / SPMV OR completed Form 3

Restaurant manager, catering manager, food and beverage manager, event manager, hotel manager, banquet manager

Certificate

6 months

SPM / SPMV OR completed Form 3 with SKM Level 2 in relevant field

Pastry chef, cake designer/decorator, chocolatier, R&D chef

Certificate

6 months

SPM / SPMV OR completed Form 3

Pastry chef, cake designer/decorator, chocolatier, R&D chef

Certificate

12 months

SPM / SPMV OR completed Form 3 with SKM Level 3 in relevant field

Computer systems administrator

Certificate

12 months

SPMV OR completed Form 3

Computer operator, technical support specialist

Certificate

24 months

SKM L2 in relevant field

Automotive technician, car mechanic

Certificate

12 months

No formal requirement

Motor mechanic, diagnostic technician

Advanced Diploma

30 months

Diploma in relevant field

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Diploma

12 months

No formal requirement

Automotive technician, car mechanic

Diploma

30 months

SPM/UEC/STPM/ Equivalent

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Diploma

30 months

SPM/UEC/STPM/ Equivalent

Hotel manager, event planner/coordinator, food & beverage manager, hotel sales and marketing manager, banquet manager, destination and travel resort manager, travel coordinator, tour manager, conference centre manager, concierge, front office manager, cruise director

Diploma

30 months

SPM/UEC/STPM/ Equivalent

Events manager, guest relations manager, hotel manager, tour group operator, tourism marketing manager, tourist information centre manager, travel agency manager

Advanced Diploma

18 months

SKM & Diploma in Culinary Arts

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Diploma

12 months

No formal requirement

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Advanced Diploma

18 months

SKM & Diploma in Patisserie

Pastry chef, cake designer/decorator, chocolatier, R&D chef

Diploma

12 months

SKM Certificate in Pastry Product

Pastry chef, cake designer/decorator, chocolatier, R&D chef

Certificate

6 months

No formal requirement

Pastry chef, cake designer/decorator, chocolatier, R&D chef

Certificate

SKM L2 in relevant field

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Certificate

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Certificate

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Garment technologist, fashion planner, fashion designer, tailor, public relations for fashion, fashion writer/blogger, fashion illustrator, pattern maker, fabric cutter, wardrobe manager, personal stylist

Certificate

12 months

SKM L2 in relevant field

Electrician, electrical construction estimator, electrical project field supervisor

Certificate

12 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electrician, electrical construction estimator, electrical project field supervisor

Certificate

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Welder/fabricator technician, welding machine operator, welding inspector, millwright, pipefitter, machinist

Diploma

24 months

SKM L3 in relevant field

HVAC (Heating ventilation and air conditioning) engineer, Hvac technician, refrigeration technician, stationary engineer

Certificate

9 months

SKM L2 in relevant field

HVAC (Heating ventilation and air conditioning) engineer, Hvac technician, refrigeration technician, stationary engineer

Certificate

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Motorcycle mechanic, motorcycle technician

Certificate

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Head cook, cafe cook, line cook, kitchen manager, culinary manager, assistant cook, line chef, chef, caterer

Certificate

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Garment technologist, fashion planner, fashion designer, tailor, public relations for fashion, fashion writer/blogger, fashion illustrator, pattern maker, fabric cutter, wardrobe manager, personal stylist

Diploma

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Acoustic consultant, aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, design engineer, electrical engineer, electronics engineer, IT consultant, multimedia programmer, network engineer, sound engineer, special effects technician, systems analyst, technical author, clinical technologist, control and instrumentation engineer, machine learning engineer, nuclear engineer

Advanced Diploma

24 months

STPM/Diploma

Mechanical engineering technician, CAD technician, manufacturing technician, quality control inspector, sales engineer, junior engineer, field service technician, technical sales representative, maintenance engineer, mechanical design engineer, project engineer, energy engineer, research and development engineer, consulting engineer, aerospace engineer, shipping engineer, manufacturing engineer, HVAC engineer, automotive engineer, robotic engineer

Advanced Diploma

24 months

STPM/Diploma

Acoustic consultant, aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, design engineer, electrical engineer, electronics engineer, IT consultant, multimedia programmer, network engineer, sound engineer, special effects technician, systems analyst, technical author, clinical technologist, control and instrumentation engineer, machine learning engineer, nuclear engineer

Advanced Diploma

42 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Industrial machinery mechanic, machinist, facility manager, production manager, manufacturing process inspector

Diploma

12 months

SKM L3

Industrial automation engineering technologist, automation technician, machine technician, manufacturing technician, service technician, process control technician, field service technician, production maintenance technician, CNC installation/maintenance technician, industrial electrician, industrial mechanic, industrial maintenance worker

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Graphic designer, new media designer

Diploma - DVM

30 months

PT3

Manager in aquaculture industry, executive in aquaculture processing facility, executive in aquaculture related industry, fish farmer, fishery manager, fish farm manager, fish breeder

Diploma - DVM

30 months

PT3

Greenskeeper, nursery worker, horticulturist, pest control technician, florist, farmer, nursery worker

Diploma - DVM

30 months

PT3

Plantation manager, agricultural officer, executive in agricultural related industry

Diploma - DVM

30 months

PT3

Poultry hatchery manager, feed sales agent, poultry producer

Certificate

24 months

No formal requirement

Electrician, electrical installation/maintenance engineer, electrical wiring technician

Diploma

33 months

No formal requirement

Diploma

42 months

No formal requirement

Electronics technician, electronics engineer, electronics sales associate

Diploma

36 months

No formal requirement

Industrial automation technician, automation product manager, automation project manager

Certificate

12 months

SKM L2 in relevant field

Automotive technician, car mechanic

Certificate

12 months

PT3

Automotive technician, car mechanic

Certificate

12 months

SKM L2 in relevant field

Plastics technician, plastic testing manager, mould maker, mould designer

Certificate

12 months

PT3

Plastics technician, plastic testing manager, mould maker, mould designer

Certificate

18 months

SKM L2 in relevant field

Welder/fabricator technician, welding machine operator, welding inspector, millwright, pipefitter, machinist

Diploma

24 months

SKM L3 in relevant field

CNC machinist, CNC operator, CNC technician

Certificate

8 months

SKM L2 in relevant field

CNC machinist, CNC operator, CNC technician

Certificate

9 months

PT3

CNC machinist, CNC operator, CNC technician

Certificate

12 months

SKM L2 in relevant field

Field automation specialist, quality control specialist, automation process engineer, field service engineer, safety & health engineer

Certificate

6 months

PT3

Field automation specialist, quality control specialist, automation process engineer, field service engineer, safety & health engineer

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Hotel manager, event planner/coordinator, food & beverage manager, hotel sales and marketing manager, banquet manager, destination and travel resort manager, travel coordinator, tour manager, conference centre manager, concierge, front office manager, cruise director

Certificate

12 months

SKM L2

Repair and maintenance technician

Certificate

12 months

No formal requirement

Electronic technician

Certificate

6 months

No formal requirement

Industrial automation engineer

Diploma

17 months

No formal requirement

Head cook, cafe cook, line cook, kitchen manager, culinary manager, assistant cook, line chef, chef, caterer

Certificate

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Catering/restaurant manager

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Film/video maker, film/video editor, broadcasting/film/video runner, broadcasting/film/video television camera operator

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Digital content creator, digital illustrator, image consultant, multimedia designer, multimedia photographer, videographer, visual effects artist, web designer, animator, copywriter, creative director, digital artist, user interface/user experience designer, digital designer, photo editor, 3D modeler, compositor concept artist, foley artist, interactive designer, motion graphic designer, storyboard artist, video editor, visual effects designer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Cook, restaurant manager, caterer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Resort manager, guest relations manager, restaurant manager, events manager, marketing and public relations manager

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Events manager, guest relations manager, hotel manager, tour group operator, tourism marketing manager, tourist information centre manager, travel agency manager

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Conference centre manager, event manager, outdoor activities/education manager

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Administrative assistant, medical office secretary, bookkeeping clerk, executive secretary, data entry clerk

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, bookkeeper, auditor, payroll clerk, tax preparer, account payable/receivable administrator

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data scientist, software developer, UX designer, business intelligence analyst, cloud administrator, full-stack web developer, cybersecurity engineer, information technology manager, machine learning engineer, data architect

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Optoelectronics engineer, optoelectronics technician

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Systems engineer, electronic design engineer, electronic engineer, metrology engineer, communications engineer, electronics and communications research engineer, electronics circuit design engineer, field test engineer, network planning engineer, service engineer, signal processing engineer, systems engineer, radio frequency engineer, drive test engineer, drive test analyst engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Computer engineer, control engineer, electronics engineer, information system engineer, software engineer, multimedia developer, network engineer, graphics programmer, software developer, system administrator, analog-digital electronics engineer, system integration engineer, maintenance engineer, consulting EE engineer, contracting electronics engineer, design engineer, system integration engineer, instrumentation and avionics engineer, R&D engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechanical engineering technician, CAD technician, manufacturing technician, quality control inspector, sales engineer, junior engineer, field service technician, technical sales representative, maintenance engineer, mechanical design engineer, project engineer, energy engineer, research and development engineer, consulting engineer, aerospace engineer, shipping engineer, manufacturing engineer, HVAC engineer, automotive engineer, robotic engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechatronic engineer, mechatronics programmer, mechatronic systems technician, machine maintenance technician

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electronics technician, electronics engineer, electronics sales associate, home theater installation technician

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Industrial machinery mechanic, machinist, facility manager, production manager, manufacturing process inspector

Certificate - L3

9 months

No formal requirement

Welder/fabricator technician, welding machine operator, welding inspector, millwright, pipefitter, machinist

Certificate - L2

6 months

No formal requirement

HVAC (Heating ventilation and air conditioning) engineer, HVAC technician, refrigeration technician, stationary engineer

Certificate - L2

6 months

No formal requirement

Garment technologist, fashion planner, fashion designer, tailor, public relations for fashion, fashion writer/blogger, fashion illustrator, pattern maker, fabric cutter, wardrobe manager, personal stylist

Certificate - L2

6 months

No formal requirement

Beautician, beauty therapist, beauty advisor, beauty & cosmetic marketer, esthetician, make-up artist, nail technician, lash technician

Certificate - L2

6 months

No formal requirement

Garment technologist, fashion planner, fashion designer, tailor, public relations for fashion, fashion writer/blogger, fashion illustrator, pattern maker, fabric cutter, wardrobe manager, personal stylist

Certificate - L2

6 months

No formal requirement

Cook, restaurant manager, caterer

Certificate - L2

6 months

No formal requirement

Phone repair technician

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Gas metal arc welder, shielded metal arc welder, fitter marker (painter and project material marker), fitter/welder fitter or other related jobs in metal fabrication (oil and gas)

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

HVAC (Heating ventilation and air conditioning) engineer, Hvac technician, refrigeration technician, stationary engineer

Diploma

18 months

SKM L3 in relevant field

Mechanical draftsman, mechanical CAD designer, CAD operator and related mechanical fields

Certificate

21 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechanical draftsman, mechanical CAD designer, CAD operator and related mechanical fields

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Tool and mould maker, tool and mold maintenance specialist, machinist, tool and die maker, tool designer

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechanical maintenance technician, industrial machinery mechanic, machinery maintenance worker, equipment maintenance technician, industrial equipment maintenance technician

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Sheet metal worker, structural metal fabricator and fitter, welder, welder instructor, welding technician, boilermaker, welding inspector, welding engineer

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Foundry technologist, foundry engineer

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Ceramic technologist, ceramic technician

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electrician, electrical construction estimator, electrical project field supervisor

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/Equivalent

Advisor on government or corporate policy for operations in the middle east or other regions with large Islamic populations, Islamic translator, Islamic researcher or scientist, Islamic journalist, Islamic professor in art and literature, Islamic scholar, calligrapher

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/Equivalent

Advisor on government or corporate policy for operations in the middle east or other regions with large Islamic populations, Islamic translator, Islamic researcher or scientist, Islamic journalist, Islamic professor in art and literature, Islamic scholar, calligrapher

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/Equivalent

Quran teacher, religious teacher, Imam, Mutawif

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data scientist, software developer, UX designer, business intelligence analyst, cloud administrator, full-stack web developer, cybersecurity engineer, information technology manager, machine learning engineer, data architect

Diploma

42 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Marine Engineer, ocean engineer, naval architect, marine technical superintendent

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Store manager, retail manager, business development manager, sales manager, brand executive

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Wealth management officer/manager, regulation and supervision officer/manager, Islamic structured products officer, Takaful agent/consultant, Islamic banking and finance analyst, Islamic banking and finance specialist, Islamic banking and finance researcher

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, bookkeeper, auditor, payroll clerk, tax preparer, account payable/receivable administrator

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechatronics engineer, robotics engineer/technician, automation engineer, control system design/troubleshooting engineer, electronics design engineer, mechanical design engineer, data scientist/big data analyst, instrumentation engineer, software engineer, avionics/flight engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Systems engineer, electronic design engineer, electronic engineer, metrology engineer, communications engineer, electronics and communications research engineer, electronics circuit design engineer, field test engineer, network planning engineer, service engineer, signal processing engineer, systems engineer, radio frequency engineer, drive test engineer, drive test analyst engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Design engineer, automotive engineer, powertrain engineer, vehicle dynamics engineer, testing engineer, material testing engineer, manufacturing engineer, structural engineer, water engineer, oil and gas engineer, nondestructive testing (NDT) engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechanical engineering technician, CAD technician, manufacturing technician, quality control inspector, sales engineer, junior engineer, field service technician, technical sales representative, maintenance engineer, mechanical design engineer, project engineer, energy engineer, research and development engineer, consulting engineer, aerospace engineer, shipping engineer, manufacturing engineer, HVAC engineer, automotive engineer, robotic engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Systems engineer, electronic design engineer, electronic engineer, metrology engineer, communications engineer, electronics and communications research engineer, electronics circuit design engineer, field test engineer, network planning engineer, service engineer, signal processing engineer, systems engineer, radio frequency engineer, drive test engineer, drive test analyst engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electronic engineering technician, computer hardware engineer, electrical engineer, telecommunication technologist, electronics technologist, software/hardware technologist, data network/mobile network technologist, technical salesperson, technical project management, fiber optic network designer, mobile/wireless communication technologist, computer support specialist, network engineer, electronic design engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Acoustic consultant, aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, design engineer, electrical engineer, electronics engineer, IT consultant, multimedia programmer, network engineer, sound engineer, special effects technician, systems analyst, technical author, clinical technologist, control and instrumentation engineer, machine learning engineer, nuclear engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Hydrographic surveyor, geospatial technician, lidar/geomatics technician, geospacial analyst, geographic information systems (GIS) technician, geodesy research associate, survey operations coordinator, cartographer, photogrammetrist

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Architectural designer, architectural drafter, architect, architectural project manager, building information modeling (BIM) coordinator, urban planner, construction project coordinator, building code specialist

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

City engineer, structural engineer, construction engineer, commissioning engineer, drilling engineer, energy engineer, environmental engineer, industrial engineer, mining engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Sheet metal worker, structural metal fabricator and fitter, welder, welder instructor, welding technician, boilermaker, welding inspector, welding engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Certificate

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

HVAC (Heating ventilation and air conditioning) engineer, HVAC technician, refrigeration technician, stationary engineer

Certificate

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electro-mechanical and mechatronics technologist/technician, mechanical engineering technologist/technician, electrical and electronic engineering technologist/technician, architectural and engineering manager, automation technician, calibration technologist or technician, electrical and instrumentation technician, electromechanical assembler, electromechanical technician, electronics technician, mechanical technician, process control technician, product test specialist, programmable logic controllers technician, robotics technician, semiconductor technician

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electrical engineering technologist, electrical and electronics drafter, electronics engineer, automation and controls engineer, instrumentation engineer, test engineer, manufacturing engineer, quality engineer, power systems field engineer, power distribution engineer, technical sales engineer

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Sheet metal worker, structural metal fabricator and fitter, welder, welder instructor, welding technician, boilermaker, welding inspector, welding engineer

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Welder/fabricator technician, welding machine operator, welding inspector, millwright, pipefitter, machinist

Certificate

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechatronic engineer, mechatronics programmer, mechatronic systems technician, machine maintenance technician, vocational training officer

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Manufacturing technician, quality assurance technician, CAD/CAM technician, research and development technician, machine repair & maintenance mechanic, millwright, machinist, manufacturing technician, programmable logic controllers (PLC) programmer/technician, robotics technician

Certificate

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechanical maintenance technician

Certificate - SVM

24 months

PT3

Database developer, data analyst, data scientist, information security analyst, database system administrator, data modeler, software engineer

Certificate - SKM

24 months

PT3

Database developer, data analyst, data scientist, information security analyst, database system administrator, data modeler, software engineer

Diploma - DVM

30 months

SVM

Database developer, data analyst, data scientist, information security analyst, database system administrator, data modeler, software engineer

Certificate - SVM

24 months

PT3

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Certificate - SKM

24 months

PT3

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Diploma - DVM

30 months

SVM

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Certificate - SVM

24 months

PT3

Diploma - DVM

30 months

SVM

Certificate - SVM

24 months

PT3

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Certificate - SKM

24 months

PT3

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Diploma - DVM

30 months

SVM

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Advanced Diploma

18 months

DMK L4

Manufacturing technician, quality assurance technician, CAD/CAM technician, research and development technician, machine repair & maintenance mechanic, millwright, machinist, manufacturing technician, programmable logic controllers (PLC) programmer/technician, robotics technician

Advanced Diploma

18 months

DMK L4

Telecommunications equipment installer and repairer, computer network support specialist, computer operator, computer user support specialist, PC maintenance technician

Advanced Diploma

18 months

DMK L4

Mechatronic engineer, mechatronics programmer, mechatronic systems technician, machine maintenance technician, vocational training officer

Diploma

24 months

Sijil Pendawai PW4

Electrical wireman, electrical technician, electrician, electrical machinery caretaker, electrical contractor

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/Equivalent

Administrative officer, administrative executive, administrative manager, entrepreneur

Degree

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Interior designer, film/TV set designer, 3D visualizer, event and exhibition designer, furniture designer, product designer, textile designer

Certificate

3 months

SKM-PPT Level II in relevant field

Makeup artist

Certificate

3 months

No formal requirement

Makeup artist

Diploma

months

SKM Level 2 or 3 in relevant field

Motor mechanic, diagnostic technician

Certificate

months

Minimum SKM Level 2 in relevant field

Motor mechanic, diagnostic technician

Certificate

months

No formal requirement

Motor mechanic, diagnostic technician

Diploma

17 months

No formal requirement

Head cook, cafe cook, line cook, kitchen manager, culinary manager, assistant cook, line chef, chef

Certificate

3 months

No formal requirement

Head cook, cafe cook, line cook, kitchen manager, culinary manager, assistant cook, line chef, chef

Certificate

3 months

No formal requirement

Pastry chef, baker, cake designer/decorator, chocolatier, Research and Development (R & D) chef, food stylist

Certificate

6 months

No formal requirement

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Diploma

12 months

No formal requirement

Pastry chef, baker, cake designer/decorator, chocolatier, Research and Development (R & D) chef, food stylist

Diploma

12 months

No formal requirement

Bakery or cookbook author, food writer, food stylist, food critics, patisserie decorator, caterer or café planner, R&D in food production

Diploma

12 months

No formal requirement

Pastry chef, baker, cake designer/decorator, chocolatier, Research and Development (R & D) chef, food stylist

Diploma

12 months

No formal requirement

Bakery or cookbook author, food writer, food stylist, food critics, patisserie decorator, caterer or café planner, R&D in food production

Diploma

12 months

SPM, C&G Diploma Level 2

Vehicle technician, mechanic, motor vehicle fitter, vehicle body repairer, vehicle spray painter, motor vehicle parts person

Diploma

12 months

SPM, Automotive Foundation

Vehicle technician, mechanic, motor vehicle fitter, vehicle body repairer, vehicle spray painter, motor vehicle parts person

Certificate

12 months

SKM L2

Motor mechanic, diagnostic technician

Certificate

12 months

PT3

Motor mechanic, diagnostic technician

Diploma

6 months

No formal requirement

Makeup artist

Diploma

12-18 months

No formal requirement

Massage therapist, masseuse

Diploma

12-18 months

No formal requirement

Beautician, beauty therapist, beauty advisor, beauty & cosmetic marketer, esthetician, makeup artist, nail technician, lash technician, hairdresser

Certificate

3 months

No formal requirement

Esthetician, facial therapist, skincare technician/specialist

Certificate

6 months

No formal requirement

Beautician, beauty therapist, beauty advisor, beauty & cosmetic marketer, esthetician, makeup artist, nail technician, lash technician, hairdresser

Diploma

12 months

SPM/ UEC/ STPM / equivalent

Digital marketing manager/director, content manager/strategist, email marketing specialist, digital marketing analyst, artificial intelligence (AI) specialist, front-end & back-end web developer

Diploma

12 months

SPM/ UEC/ STPM / equivalent

Social media coordinator / specialist, digital marketer, brand manager, data analyst, content curator

Diploma

12 months

SKM L3

Graphic designer, website designer, animator, photographer, production crew, audio personnel, camera personnel, 3D modeler

Certificate - L3

12 months

SPM/ UEC/ STPM / equivalent

Animation director. multimedia engineer, senior animator, multimedia manager/project manager, interactive media designer, multimedia programmer/developer

Certificate - L2

6 months

PT3

Hairstylist, hair dresser, cosmetologist, hair beauty school instructor, beauty blogger influencer

Certificate - L2

6 months

PT3

Garment technologist, fashion planner, fashion designer, tailor, public relations for fashion, fashion writer/blogger, fashion illustrator, pattern maker, fabric cutter, wardrobe manager, personal stylist

Certificate - L2

6 months

PT3

Social worker, counselor, preschool teacher

Diploma

18 months

Must have Level 2 Certificate in Engineering - Maintenance Technology

Testing and commissioning engineer, maintenance engineer, commissioning engineer, commissioning technician, service engineer

Diploma

18 months

Must have Level 2 Certificate in Engineering - Manufacturing Technology

Manufacturing engineer, assembly engineer, auto assembly process engineer, continuous improvement engineer, control and instrumentation engineer, cost and efficiency engineer, food manufacturing process engineer, machine learning scientist, manufacturing technologist, product manufacturing analyst, production engineering manager, product management engineer, quality engineer

Diploma

28 months

SPM with credit in Bahasa Malaysia, History and 1 more subject or credit in 5 subjects

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Diploma

28 months

SPM with credit in Bahasa Malaysia, History and 1 more subject or credit in 5 subjects

Hotel manager, event planner/coordinator, food & beverage manager, hotel sales and marketing manager, banquet manager, destination and travel resort manager, travel coordinator, tour manager, conference centre manager, concierge, front office manager, cruise director

Diploma

28 months

SPM with credit in Bahasa Malaysia, History and 1 more subject or credit in 5 subjects

Certificate

16 months

SPM and must pass Bahasa Malaysia and History and have 1 credit in any subject

Advanced Diploma

12 months

No formal requirement

3D / CAD visualizer, creative director, design consultant, furniture designer, interior architect/designer, lighting designer, product designer, retail designer, VR/AR designer

Advanced Diploma

12 months

No formal requirement

Parks planner, horticulture manager, landscape designer, landscape architect, parks and recreation director

Diploma

12 months

No formal requirement

3D / CAD visualizer, creative director, design consultant, furniture designer, interior architect/designer, lighting designer, product designer, retail designer, VR/AR designer

Diploma

12 months

No formal requirement

Parks planner, horticulture manager, landscape designer, landscape architect, parks and recreation director

Certificate

6 months

No formal requirement

3D / CAD visualizer, creative director, design consultant, furniture designer, interior architect/designer, lighting designer, product designer, retail designer, VR/AR designer

Degree

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

3D / CAD visualizer, creative director, design consultant, furniture designer, interior architect/designer, lighting designer, product designer, retail designer, VR/AR designer

NitroDegree

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data scientist, mobile developer, software developer, iOS developer, software engineer, software engineer, software developer, full-stack application developer, mobile & web developer, user experience designer

Diploma - UK Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Hotel manager, event planner/coordinator, food & beverage manager, hotel sales and marketing manager, banquet manager, destination and travel resort manager, travel coordinator, tour manager, conference centre manager, concierge, front office manager, cruise director

Advanced diploma - UK Higher Diploma

27 months

No formal requirement

R&D chef, research chef, food writer, food stylist, food recipe developer

Advanced diploma - UK Higher Diploma

27 months

No formal requirement

Pastry chef, cake designer/decorator, chocolatier, R&D chef

Diploma - UK Diploma

16 months

No formal requirement

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Director of logistics, international logistics coordinator, freight forwarder, inventory manager, supply chain manager/executive, purchasing manager, e-commerce logistics manager, warehouse manager, logistics manager/executive

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, bookkeeper, auditor, payroll clerk, tax preparer, account payable/receivable administrator

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Front desk clerk/receptionist/manager, events manager, hotel or resort manager, tour operator, tourism marketing manager, travel agency manager, tourist information centre manager, guest relations manager

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineer, business analyst, chief information security officer, cloud computing engineer, computer science professor, computer scientist or computer science researcher, data scientist, database administrator, engineering manager, full-stack developer, information security analyst, information technology specialist, mobile application designer or developer, network architect, product manager, research and development (R&D) scientist, software developer, software engineer, software quality assurance manager, software tester, systems analyst, user interface designer, web developer

Diploma - UK Diploma

15 months

No formal requirement

Pastry chef, cake designer/decorator, chocolatier, R&D chef

Advanced diploma - UK Higher Diploma

27 months

No formal requirement

R&D chef, research chef, food writer, food stylist, food recipe developer

Diploma - UK Diploma

15 months

No formal requirement

Head cook, line cook, kitchen manager, culinary manager, assistant cook, line chef, chef, caterer

Professional Certificate

36 months

STPM/A-level/equivalent

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

E-commerce specialist, customer service representative, E-commerce manager, technical business analyst, digital marketing strategist, web developer, database administrator, information architect, software developer, technical support professional or computer scientists

Certificate

16 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Certificate

18 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Certificate

18 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechanical engineering technician, cad technician, manufacturing technician, quality control inspector, sales engineer, junior engineer, field service technician, technical sales representative, maintenance engineer, mechanical design engineer, project engineer, energy engineer, research and development engineer, consulting engineer, aerospace engineer, shipping engineer, manufacturing engineer, HVAC engineer automotive engineer, robotic engineer

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Public relations specialist, reporter, website content writer, journalist, magazine/newspaper editor, communication manager, social media strategist, advertising specialist, news anchor, copywriter, digital editor

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Digital media photographer, video editor, animator, social media specialist, graphic designer, video game designer, web analytics specialist, web developer, video game designer

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Acoustic consultant, aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, design engineer, electrical engineer, electronics engineer, IT consultant, multimedia programmer, network engineer, sound engineer, special effects technician, systems analyst, technical author, clinical technologist, control and instrumentation engineer, machine learning engineer, nuclear engineer

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Business manager, marketer, sales representative, business consultant, social media manager, public relations manager, business owner, entrepreneur, proprietor, small business manager, business coach, business development manager, management consultant, real estate broker, advertising agent, franchise manager, E-commerce entrepreneur

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Financial management professional, financial planning professional, financial analyst, personal financial advisor, corporate treasury, chief financial officer (CFO), investment banker, portfolio manager, bond/asset management adviser, stockbroker, financial advisor, financial broker, financial planner

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Hotel manager, event planner/coordinator, food & beverage manager, hotel sales and marketing manager, banquet manager, destination and travel resort manager, travel coordinator, tour manager, conference centre manager, concierge, front office manager, cruise director

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Advertising/promotion manager, brand manager, copywriter, marketing manager, market research analyst, media planner, promotions coordinator, digital media director, digital optimization analyst, internet marketing director, web analytics director, e-commerce manager, new media manager, digital marketing analyst, digital marketing specialist, SEO manager, social media coordinator, web marketing manager

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Business alliance manager, business consultant, database manager, e-commerce management specialist, entrepreneur, internet applications designer, internet business developer, internet marketer, marketing expert, product manager, web developer, website designer, e-commerce specialist, e-commerce manager

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

48 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Preschool teacher, kindergarten & elementary school teacher, childcare center director, childcare worker, special education teacher, school counselor

Advanced diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, bookkeeper, auditor, payroll clerk, tax preparer, account payable/receivable administrator

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineer, business analyst, chief information security officer, cloud computing engineer, computer science professor, computer scientist or computer science researcher, data scientist, database administrator, engineering manager, full-stack developer, information security analyst, information technology specialist, mobile application designer or developer, network architect, product manager, research and development (R&D) scientist, software developer, software engineer, software quality assurance manager, software tester, systems analyst, user interface designer, web developer

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Building material manager, building surveyor, construction manager, consultant quantity surveyor, contractor quantity surveyor, developer quantity surveyor, geomatic & land surveyor, mechanical & electrical quantity surveyor, property management, valuation & estate agency surveyor

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Marketing coordinator, copywriter, fundraiser, direct marketing spokesperson, media buyer, investor relations, account executive, public information officer, employee relations officer, production coordinator, media planner, special events coordinator, counselor, marketing manager, art director, media relations officer, marketing communication, freelance writer, strategic planner, multicultural relations, sales representative

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, commercial banking officer, credit analyst, bank compliance officer, trust officer, bank operations manager, investment banker, broker, financial adviser, wealth manager, loan officer, investment banking associate, bank manager

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, bookkeeper, auditor, payroll clerk, tax preparer, account payable/receivable administrator

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

29 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineer, business analyst, chief information security officer, cloud computing engineer, computer science professor, computer scientist or computer science researcher, data scientist, database administrator, engineering manager, full-stack developer, information security analyst, information technology specialist, mobile application designer or developer, network architect, product manager, research and development (R&D) scientist, software developer, software engineer, software quality assurance manager, software tester, systems analyst, user interface designer, web developer

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Advertising & promotions manager, broadcast news analyst, copy writer, desktop publisher, director - stage, motion pictures, television, & radio, editor, news editor, copy editor, film & video editor, videographer, media planner, multimedia artist & animator, art director, creative director, news producer, programme director, radio & television announcer, reporter & correspondent, journalist, staff writer, talent director, artistic director, casting director

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electronics technician, electronics engineer, electronics sales associate, home theater installation technician

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Digital marketing manager/director, content manager/strategist, email marketing specialist, digital marketing analyst, artificial intelligence (AI) specialist, front-end & back-end web developer

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineer, business analyst, chief information security officer, cloud computing engineer, computer science professor, computer scientist or computer science researcher, data scientist, database administrator, engineering manager, full-stack developer, information security analyst, information technology specialist, mobile application designer or developer, network architect, product manager, research and development (R&D) scientist, software developer, software engineer, software quality assurance manager, software tester, systems analyst, user interface designer, web developer

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Construction coordinator, site supervisor, building inspector, purchasing coordinator, contract administrator, construction manager, project manager, planner engineer, contract manager

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Compensation and benefits manager, HR manager, HR specialist, labor relations specialist, training & development specialist, labour consultant, labour policy analyst, employment & recruitment specialist, public relations manager

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Financial analyst, risk manager, investment manager, investment broker, investment banker, wealth manager, financial advisor, financial planner, financial trader, investment specialist, asset manager, portfolio manager, credit manager, treasurer, fund manager, credit analyst

Diploma

29 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

2D/3D Animator, 3D modelling technical director, advertising & promotion executive, advertising manager, animator, art director, audio and sound designer, audio and video equipment technician, audio systems technician, audio-visual editor, broadcast technician, character animator, cinematographer, creative director, desktop publisher, digital artist, digital media producer, film and video editor, film director, game designer, graphic designer, illustrator, multimedia artist/animator, multimedia technologist, producer (tv, film, radio and print), production manager, radio and television announcer, technical director, video editor, video game animator, videographer, visual display artist, visual effects director, web communication consultant, web designer, interactive web specialist, motion graphic artist, 3D texture artist, multimedia designer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Nurse

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, bookkeeper, auditor, payroll clerk, tax preparer, account payable/receivable administrator

Diploma

29 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Certificate

15 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Certificate

N/A months

N/A

Catering/restaurant manager

Certificate

N/A months

N/A

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Financial management professional, financial planning professional, financial analyst, personal financial advisor, corporate treasury, chief financial officer (CFO), investment banker, portfolio manager, bond/asset management adviser, stockbroker, financial advisor, financial broker, financial planner

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Halal consultant, Halal auditor, Halal executive, Halal certification trainer, assistant administration religious officer (department of Halal certificate), assistant Halal management officer, Halal certification enforcement officer/ R&D officer in Halal products in Jakim, Muslim Halal food entrepreneur

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Islamic finance analyst, Islamic personal financial advisor, Shariah auditor, Islamic financial planner, Islamic estate planner, Islamic unit trust planner, Takaful planner, Shariah advisor consultant

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

School counselor, clinical social worker, organizational counselor, marriage counselor, geriatric counselor, career counselor, social and human services assistant

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Director of logistics, international logistics coordinator, freight forwarder, inventory manager, supply chain manager/executive, purchasing manager, e-commerce logistics manager, warehouse manager, logistics manager/executive

Professional Certificate

3 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Healthcare assistant

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Operation room assistant

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Pharmacist, research scientist, medical sales representative, medical science liaison, pharmacologist, product/process development scientist, regulatory affairs officer, research scientist (life sciences), science writer

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Graphic designer, video game art director, digital designer, film and television director, animator, interior designer and decorator, cinematographer, director of photography

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Translator, interpreter, linguist, Chinese language teacher

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Multimedia designer, webmaster, web designer, web developer, project manager, multimedia consultant, media planner, it-supporter, network administrator

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Public relations specialist, reporter, website content writer, journalist, magazine/newspaper editor, communication manager, social media strategist, advertising specialist, news anchor, copywriter, digital editor

Diploma

24 months

N/A

Mechatronics engineer, robotics engineer/technician, automation engineer, control system design/troubleshooting engineer, electronics design engineer, mechanical design engineer, data scientist/big data analyst, instrumentation engineer, software engineer, avionics/flight engineer

Diploma

24 months

N/A

Acoustic consultant, aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, design engineer, electrical engineer, electronics engineer, IT consultant, multimedia programmer, network engineer, sound engineer, special effects technician, systems analyst, technical author, clinical technologist, control and instrumentation engineer, machine learning engineer, nuclear engineer

Certificate

16 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Certificate - SKM L3

10 months

No formal requirement

Certificate - SKM L2

6 months

No formal requirement

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Psychologist, psychotherapist, social worker, counselor, educational psychologist, human resource manager

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Diploma

24 months

N/A

Artificial intelligence and machine learning engineer, business analyst, chief information security officer, cloud computing engineer, computer science professor, computer scientist or computer science researcher, data scientist, database administrator, engineering manager, full-stack developer, information security analyst, information technology specialist, mobile application designer or developer, network architect, product manager, research and development (R&D) scientist, software developer, software engineer, software quality assurance manager, software tester, systems analyst, user interface designer, web developer

Diploma

N/A months

N/A

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Diploma

N/A months

N/A

Business consultant, not-for-profit fundraiser, sales manager, operations manager, digital marketing manager, e-commerce manager, media planner, customer relationship manager

Diploma

N/A months

N/A

Accountant, commercial banking officer, credit analyst, bank compliance officer, trust officer, bank operations manager, investment banker, broker, financial adviser, wealth manager, loan officer, investment banking associate, bank manager

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, bookkeeper, auditor, payroll clerk, tax preparer, account payable/receivable administrator

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Hotel manager, event planner/coordinator, food & beverage manager, hotel sales and marketing manager, banquet manager, destination and travel resort manager, travel coordinator, tour manager, conference centre manager, concierge, front office manager, cruise director

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Diploma

N/A months

N/A

Data scientist, mobile developer, software developer, iOS developer, software engineer, software engineer, software developer, full-stack application developer, mobile & web developer, user experience designer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Multimedia designer, graphic designer, web animator, game designer/developer, film/video editor, video technician, motion graphic artist, multimedia programmer, multimedia developer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Office administrator, secretary

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Business alliance manager, business consultant, database manager, e-commerce management specialist, entrepreneur, internet applications designer, internet business developer, internet marketer, marketing expert, product manager, web developer, website designer, e-commerce specialist, e-commerce manager

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Animator, concept artist, game artist, games developer, graphic designer, illustrator, VFX artist, web designer

Diploma

N/A months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Psychologist, psychotherapist, social worker, counselor, educational psychologist, human resource manager

Diploma

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Events manager, guest relations manager, hotel manager, tour group operator, tourism marketing manager, tourist information centre manager, travel agency manager

Certificate

16 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Events manager, guest relations manager, hotel manager, tour group operator, tourism marketing manager, tourist information centre manager, travel agency manager

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Graphic designer, illustrator, advertising art director, multimedia artist, animator, production designer, web designer, game designer, film and video editor, advertising designer, publication designer, desktop publishing specialist, event designer, packaging design specialist

Diploma

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Digital marketing manager/director, content manager/strategist, email marketing specialist, digital marketing analyst, artificial intelligence (AI) specialist, front-end & back-end web developer

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Art adviser, curator, teacher, art specialist, artist, illustrator, art professor, art conservator, set designer, art director

Certificate

16 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Interior designer, art director, fashion designer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Interior designer, film/TV set designer, 3D visualizer, event and exhibition designer, furniture designer, product designer, textile designer

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, bookkeeper, auditor, payroll clerk, tax preparer, account payable/receivable administrator

Diploma

N/A months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Industrial hygienist, environmental health and safety specialist, safety coordinator, safety and occupational health specialist, occupational safety & health technician

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Hotel manager, event planner/coordinator, food & beverage manager, hotel sales and marketing manager, banquet manager, destination and travel resort manager, travel coordinator, tour manager, conference centre manager, concierge, front office manager, cruise director

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Acoustic consultant, aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, design engineer, electrical engineer, electronics engineer, IT consultant, multimedia programmer, network engineer, sound engineer, special effects technician, systems analyst, technical author, clinical technologist, control and instrumentation engineer, machine learning engineer, nuclear engineer

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Preschool teacher, kindergarten & elementary school teacher, childcare center director, childcare worker, special education teacher, school counselor

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Fashion PR coordinator, pattern technologist, fashion editor, fashion director, textile designer, fashion designer, apparel designer, fashion data analyst, fashion writer, fashion journalist, fashion photographer, fashion show coordinator, fashion consultant, digital fashion designer, fashion stylist, fashion retailer, fashion entrepreneur, fashion advisor, social media influencer (fashion/clothing), online store manager (fashion/clothing)

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

2D animator, 3D animator, concept artist, special effects animator, visual effects artist, slow motion animator, compositing artist, background artist, character animator, digital ink and paint artist, image editor, keyframe animator, texture artist, layout artist, illustrator, video editor, graphic designer, 3D modeler, model marker, concept artist, animator, art director, VFX artisit, video game designer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Architectural technician, architectural technologist, architect, BIM coordinator, construction site manager

Certificate - SKM L4

18 months

PT3

Mechatronic automation engineer, mechatronics engineer, automation and robotics engineer, robotics engineer

Certificate - SKM L2

6 months

PT3

Office manager

Certificate - SKM L3

9 months

PT3

Certificate - SKM L2

12 months

PT3

Electronics engineer, control systems engineer, power electronics engineer, hardware design engineer, computer circuit design engineer, electronic design engineer, hardware engineer, hardware project engineer, hardware test engineer

Certificate - SKM L2

12 months

PT3

Aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, computer network architect, controls engineer, design engineer, electrical designer, electrical communications engineer, electrical engineer, electrical project manager, electrical technician, hardware engineer, nuclear engineer, substation technician, sound engineer, systems engineer, technical writer

Certificate - SKM L3

12 months

PT3

Aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, computer network architect, controls engineer, design engineer, electrical designer, electrical communications engineer, electrical engineer, electrical project manager, electrical technician, hardware engineer, nuclear engineer, substation technician, sound engineer, systems engineer, technical writer

Certificate - SKM L4

18 months

PT3

Electronics engineer, control systems engineer, power electronics engineer, hardware design engineer, computer circuit design engineer, electronic design engineer, hardware engineer, hardware project engineer, hardware test engineer

Certificate - SKM L2

6 months

PT3

Restaurant manager, catering manager, food and beverage manager, event manager, hotel manager, banquet manager

Certificate - SKM L3

12 months

PT3

Restaurant manager, catering manager, food and beverage manager, event manager, hotel manager, banquet manager

Certificate - SKM L2

6 months

PT3

Mechatronic automation engineer, mechatronics engineer, automation and robotics engineer, robotics engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Hotel manager, event planner/coordinator, food & beverage manager, hotel sales and marketing manager, banquet manager, destination and travel resort manager, travel coordinator, tour manager, conference centre manager, concierge, front office manager, cruise director

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Acoustic consultant, aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, design engineer, electrical engineer, electronics engineer, IT consultant, multimedia programmer, network engineer, sound engineer, special effects technician, systems analyst, technical author, clinical technologist, control and instrumentation engineer, machine learning engineer, nuclear engineer

Certificate - SKM L3

12 months

PT3

Mechatronic automation engineer, mechatronics engineer, automation and robotics engineer, robotics engineer

Certificate - SKM L3

12 months

PT3

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Certificate - SKM L2

9 months

PT3

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Analyst, design engineer, electrical power engineer, lead software engineer, electrical engineer, project control engineer, robotic engineer, mechatronic engineer, automation engineer, industrial engineer, manufacturing engineer, process engineer, mechanical engineer, electronic engineer, product/application development engineer

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Certificate - SKM L3

12 months

PT3

Electronics engineer, control systems engineer, power electronics engineer, hardware design engineer, computer circuit design engineer, electronic design engineer, hardware engineer, hardware project engineer, hardware test engineer

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electronic engineering technician, computer hardware engineer, electrical engineer, telecommunication technologist, electronics technologist, software/hardware technologist, data network/mobile network technologist, technical salesperson, technical project management, fiber optic network designer, mobile/wireless communication technologist, computer support specialist, network engineer, electronic design engineer

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Events manager, guest relations manager, hotel manager, tour group operator, tourism marketing manager, tourist information centre manager, travel agency manager

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Preschool teacher, kindergarten & elementary school teacher, childcare center director, childcare worker, special education teacher, school counselor

Certificate - SKM 3

7 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Tourist guide

Certificate

17 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Computer network architect, computer programmer, computer security specialist, computer systems analyst, IT technician, network administrator, quality assurance analyst, user experience engineer, web developer

Certificate

9 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Legal agent, contract administrator, lawyer, document reviewer (E-discovery), mediator, legal writer, paralegal, policy analyst

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, bookkeeper, auditor, payroll clerk, tax preparer, account payable/receivable administrator

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Pastry chef, culinary specialist, caterer, restaurant manager, sous chef, head chef, food service director

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Police officer, immigration officer, customs officer, correctional officer, security manager, border patrol agent, detective

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Telecommunications equipment installer and repairer, computer network support specialist, computer operator, computer user support specialist, PC maintenance technician

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Professional Certificate

N/A months

STPM/A-level/equivalent

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Accountant, bookkeeper, auditor, payroll clerk, tax preparer, account payable/receivable administrator

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Public relations specialist, reporter, website content writer, journalist, magazine/newspaper editor, communication manager, social media strategist, advertising specialist, news anchor, copywriter, digital editor

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Hotel manager, event planner/coordinator, food & beverage manager, hotel sales and marketing manager, banquet manager, destination and travel resort manager, travel coordinator, tour manager, conference centre manager, concierge, front office manager, cruise director

Diploma

32 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Interior designer, film/TV set designer, 3D visualizer, event and exhibition designer, furniture designer, product designer, textile designer

Diploma

38 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Digital media producer, web and app developer, game artist and developer, 3D modeller, animator and motionographer, user experience and user interface designer, social media consultant, virtual reality producer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Advertising illustrator, animation character designer, art director, book illustrator, editorial illustrator, graphic novel artist, illustrator for game design, storyboard artist, entertainment design illustrator

Diploma

39 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Interior designer, film/TV set designer, 3D visualizer, event and exhibition designer, furniture designer, product designer, textile designer

Certificate

16 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Graphic designer, multimedia artist, animator, art director, video editing and communication director, print media designer, editorial and publication designer, illustrator, advertising artist, graphic and game interface designer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Nurse, midwife, nursing manager, medical secretary, home health and personal care aide

Diploma

28 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Data analyst, data scientist, systems analyst, computer sales support worker, database administrator, network administrator, IT support analyst, web developer, computer programmer, computer forensic analyst, network administrator, IT technician, web developer, cybersecurity analyst, network engineer, IT Project manager, software developer, cybersecurity manager

Diploma

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechatronics engineer, robotics engineer/technician, automation engineer, control system design/troubleshooting engineer, electronics design engineer, mechanical design engineer, data scientist/big data analyst, instrumentation engineer, software engineer, avionics/flight engineer

Certificate

21 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Digital content creator, digital illustrator, image consultant, multimedia designer, multimedia photographer, videographer, visual effects artist, web designer, animator, copywriter, creative director, digital artist, user interface/user experience designer, digital designer, photo editor, 3D modeler, compositor concept artist, foley artist, interactive designer, motion graphic designer, storyboard artist, video editor, visual effects designer

Certificate

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechanical engineering technician, CAD technician, manufacturing technician, quality control inspector, sales engineer, junior engineer, field service technician, technical sales representative, maintenance engineer, mechanical design engineer, project engineer, energy engineer, research and development engineer, consulting engineer, aerospace engineer, shipping engineer, manufacturing engineer, HVAC engineer, automotive engineer, robotic engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Graphic designer, production artist, creative services specialist, art director

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

3D animator, 3D modeler, art director, concept artist, design director, film & video editor, motion designer, storyboard artist, texture artist, video game designer, visual effects artist

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Production technician, service and maintenance technician, CAD/CAM technician, quality control technician, R&D technician, CNC machinist, CAM programmer, production executive, technical sales executive

Diploma - DKM Level 4

18 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Sheet metal worker, structural metal fabricator and fitter, welder, welder instructor, welding technician, boilermaker, welding inspector, welding engineer

Certificate

21 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Garment technologist, fashion planner, fashion designer, tailor, public relations for fashion, fashion writer/blogger, fashion illustrator, pattern maker, fabric cutter, wardrobe manager, personal stylist

Certificate - SKM Level 2 to 3/ Sijil Kekompetenan Pendawaian Fasa Tunggal (PW2)

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electrician, electrical construction estimator, electrical project field supervisor

Certificate - SKM Level 1 to 3

21 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Sheet metal worker, structural metal fabricator and fitter, welder, welder instructor, welding technician, boilermaker, welding inspector, welding engineer

Certificate - Certificate in Automotive Technology/ SKM Level 2&3

21 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Certificate

21 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Irrigation engineer, stormwater engineer, water resources engineer, agricultural engineer, geospatial engineer, food safety applications engineer, soil and plant scientist, conservation scientist and forester, land based engineer, service horticultural engineer, farm manager, natural resources/environmental systems engineer, food and bioprocess engineer

Certificate - SKM 2

15 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Certificate - SKM

21 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Animation director. multimedia engineer, senior animator, multimedia manager/project manager, interactive media designer, multimedia programmer/developer

Certificate - SKM Level 2&3

N/A

N/A

HVAC (Heating ventilation and air conditioning) engineer, HVAC technician, refrigeration technician, stationary engineer

Diploma - DKM

N/A

N/A

Communication networks service engineer, communication networks administrator, computer network administrator, telecommunications technician

Certificate - SKM 3

N/A

N/A

Communication networks service engineer, communication networks administrator, computer network administrator, telecommunications technician

Diploma - Integrasi T4

N/A

N/A

Electronics technician, electronics engineer, electronics sales associate, home theater installation technician

Certificate - SKM 3 and ST PW2

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electrician, electrical construction estimator, electrical project field supervisor

Certificate - SKM 3

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Printing machine technician, printing operator, printing engineer, printing technologist, offset printing operator, prepress technician, printing and cutting press operator

Certificate - SKM 3

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Art director, multimedia artist and animator, commercial and industrial designer, graphic designer, desktop publisher, graphic artist, illustrator

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Product design engineer, CAD application assistant engineer, product and realibility assistant engineer, quality assurance executive, quality control engineer

Diploma

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Diploma - DKM Level 4

17 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Diploma - DKM Level 4

30 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Computer system technician, computer network technician, computer specialist, system administrator assistant, IT sales professional, IT executive, IT helpdesk, server admin, junior IT programmer, computer networking engineer (junior executive)

Certificate - SKM 3

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Network-enabled media technologist, workflow analyst, integrated media graphic designer, web content creator, pre-media technologist, digital media color quality coordinator, digital printing manager

Diploma - DKM 4

18 months

SKM L3

Printing machine technician, printing operator, printing engineer, printing technologist, offset printing operator, prepress technician, printing and cutting press operator

Certificate - SKM 3

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Certificate - ST PW4

12 months

Suruhanjaya Tenaga PW2

Electrical wireman, electrical technician, electrician, electrical machinery caretaker, electrical contractor

Diploma - DKM 4

N/A

N/A

HVAC (Heating ventilation and air conditioning) engineer, HVAC technician, refrigeration technician, stationary engineer

Certificate - SKM 3

N/A

N/A

Electronics technician, electronics engineer, electronics sales associate, home theater installation technician

Certificate - SKM 3

N/A

N/A

Electronics technician, electronics engineer, electronics sales associate, home theater installation technician

Diploma - DKM 4

18 months

SKM L3

Sheet metal worker, structural metal fabricator and fitter, welder, welder instructor, welding technician, boilermaker, welding inspector, welding engineer

Diploma - DKM 4

18 months

SKM L3

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Diploma

18 months

N/A

Telecommunications equipment installer and repairer, computer network support specialist, computer operator, computer user support specialist, PC maintenance technician

Certificate - SKM L2&3

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Certificate - SKM L3

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electrical wireman, electrical technician, electrician, electrical machinery caretaker, electrical contractor

Diploma - DKM L4

24 months

SKM L3 and Suruhanjaya Tenaga Pendawai Elektrik (PW1/2/3/4)

Electrician, electrical installation/maintenance engineer (machining), electrical machinery caretaker, electrical contractor, electrical wiring technician, electrical technician, electrical equipment technician

Certificate - ST A1

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Electrician, electrical installation/maintenance engineer (machining), electrical machinery caretaker, electrical contractor, electrical wiring technician, electrical technician, electrical equipment technician

Certificate - ST A4

12 months

Suruhanjaya Tenaga Penjaga Jentera Elektrik A1

Electrician, electrical installation/maintenance engineer (machining), electrical machinery caretaker, electrical contractor, electrical wiring technician, electrical technician, electrical equipment technician

Certificate - SKM L3

12 months

PT3

Network and computer systems administrator, systems administrator, computer programmer, computer support specialist, GIS/GPS technician, database administrator, information security administrator, computer scientist

Diploma - DKM L4

12 months

SKM L3

Network and computer systems administrator, systems administrator, computer programmer, computer support specialist, GIS/GPS technician, database administrator, information security administrator, computer scientist

Certificate - SKM L2&3

N/A

N/A

Field automation specialist, quality control specialist, automation process engineer, field service engineer, safety & health engineer

Certificate - SKM L2

N/A

N/A

Automotive technician, car mechanic

Certificate - SKM 3, Sijil Teknologi Perindustrian

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Telecommunications equipment installer and repairer, computer network support specialist, computer operator, computer user support specialist, PC maintenance technician

Certificate - SKM 3, Sijil Teknologi Perindustrian

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Sheet metal worker, structural metal fabricator and fitter, welder, welder instructor, welding technician, boilermaker, welding inspector, welding engineer

Certificate - SKM 3, Sijil Teknologi JTM

27 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Diploma - DKM L4

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Industrial electronics technician, fiber optic technician, safety & surveillance equipment technician, equipment calibration technician

Diploma - DKM L4

36 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Field automation specialist, quality control specialist, automation process engineer, field service engineer, safety & health engineer

Diploma - C&G Engineering L3

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Mechatronics engineer, robotics engineer/technician, automation engineer, control system design/troubleshooting engineer, electronics design engineer, mechanical design engineer, data scientist/big data analyst, instrumentation engineer, software engineer, avionics/flight engineer

Diploma - C&G Engineering L3

24 months

SPM/O-level/equivalent

Acoustic consultant, aerospace engineer, broadcast engineer, CAD technician, design engineer, electrical engineer, electronics engineer, IT consultant, multimedia programmer, network engineer, sound engineer, special effects technician, systems analyst, technical author, clinical technologist, control and instrumentation engineer, machine learning engineer, nuclear engineer

Certificate - C&G Engineering L1

18 months

No formal requirement

Certificate - L2

6 months

PT3

Auto body technician, refinish technician, auto collision repair technician, auto body painter, automotive service advisor/writer, collision parts associate/coordinator

Certificate - L3

6 months

PT3

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Certificate - L2

6 months

PT3

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician

Certificate - L2

6 months

PT3

Automotive technician, automotive technology instructor, diesel mechanic, service technician, body and glass repairer, auto salesperson, mechanical engineering technician