Malaysian Skills Certificate (MSC)
Malaysian Skills Certificate is Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia in English.
It is a nationally & internationally recognized certificate issued by the Government@Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran (JPK) to individuals who have shown capabilities that are required and been equipped with specific competencies to perform tasks and functions for gainful employment in selected fields.
Malaysian Skills Certificate - Five (5) levels of certification:
- Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) Level 1
- Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) Level 2
- Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) Level 3
- Malaysian Skills Diploma (DKM)
- Malaysian Advanced Skills Diploma (DLKM)
Duration
Average duration (still subject to individual NOSS/program):
SKM Level 1: 6 months
SKM Level 2: 6 months
SKM Level 3: 12 months
DKM Level 4: 12 months + 3 months On Job Training
DLKM Level 5: 18 months
Malaysian Skills Certificate can be obtained through three (3) methods
1. Via a JPK Accredited Training centre
Through training programmes at JPK accredited centres for specific fields and skill levels that have been accredited.
2. Via Recognition of Prior Achievements (PPT)
Obtaining the Malaysian Skills Certification through past experience (work or training). You are required to submit proof of your skills competency which will be assessed by the Assesor (PP-PPT) and approved by the External Verification Officer appointed by Department of Skills Development (SDS).
3. Via National Dual Training System (NDTS)
Through apprenticeship with the National Dual Training System (SLDN) conducted by industries and skills training institutes.
Benefits of the Malaysian Skills Certificate
It is recognised by industries in Malaysia Malaysian Skills Certification Programme provides an attractive career path and personal growth opportunity for participants and is comparable to a career choice based on academic qualifications. Malaysian Skills Certification Program is able to produce skilled workers who are trained and qualified to enhance the competitiveness of local industries in the global market.Eligibility Requirements for Malaysian Skills Certification
The minimum requirements for candidates to join a JPK Accredited training centre for Malaysian Skills Certificate are:
Malaysian or PR age 15 and above (some only accept from age 16) Ability to speak and write in either Bahasa Melayu or English. Able to read, write & do basic calculation (no PT3 or SPM requirement)* Must have passed a lower SKM level before signing up for a higher SKM level in the same field.
Quick links for more information if you want to:
1. Learn a TVET/skills course at a private JPK Accredited Centre. For example, computer course, culinary course, early childhood education course, etc.
We provide consultation to obtain accreditation from Department of Skills Development, JPK (DSD in English).
Kindly contact 012-3123430 or email to ismarteducare@gmail.com, stating what programs you plan to offer (good if you can identify first from NOSS Registry).
2. Continue your SKM3 to Executive Bachelor, quite similar to a Bachelor’s Degree but with variations.
3. Further your DKM to technical/non-technical Bachelor or Master degree
4. Meanwhile, here is the Starting Pay Guide for SKM graduates according to your level. However, there is no enforcement, many are paid below the guideline.
5. However, if you lost your cert, here are the forms & checklists:
Borang Permohonan Pengeluaran Sijil Penuh / Sijil Hilang / Sijil Ganti– updated 14 Oktober 2021
Most importantly, all documents are to be sent to:
Jabatan Pembangunan Kemahiran
Tingkat 7 – 8, Blok D4, Kompleks D
Pusat Pentadbiran Kerajaan Persekutuan
62530 Putrajaya.
