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Last Updated: 18 May 2026

Higher Nitec in Hairdressing & Salon Management (2 Years)

Launch your hairdressing career! Learn haircutting, styling, colouring, and makeup. Gain hands-on experience through exciting events and internships while sharpening creativity and precision

ITE College East
Admission type: JAE, ITE EAE
Course duration: 2 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2026 JAE:
CollegeCourse code
ELB4-A net aggregate
ITE College East
V5322 - 34

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HF2HS and applies to all colleges.

Course details

Field of studyBusiness and Services
Certification offered
Higher Nitec in Hairdressing & Salon Management
Learn more about the course

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
To be eligible for admission, you must have also sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional).
SubjectGrade
English Language1-7
Any 2 other subjects
    1-7

    Internship

    Internship duration6 months

    Career prospects

    The Higher Nitec in Hairdressing & Salon Management course provides an excellent platform for aspiring hairstylists to launch their career in the hairdressing industry. Graduates are sought after by hair salons and trichology centres as Junior Stylists or Hair Care Therapists, while some will even have the opportunity to be a freelance hairstylist for individual clients which may include well-known celebrities.

    How to register

    Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

    You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

    ITE Early Admissions Exercise (ITE EAE)

    You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.