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What is traineeship program?
-Earn-as-You-Learn programme, employed by industry partners with ITE.
- Designed for GCE ‘N’ and ‘O’ Levels graduates to pursue nationally-recognised Nitec and Higher Nitec qualifications through hands-on training

Location
-at business operation location for work and ITE/ITE Approved Training Centre for lessons

Duration
- 2 years

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Location
At one of the 5 polytechnics in Singapore.
Duration
1 Yr Foundation + 3 Yr diploma programme
Students must pass the foundation program to continue with the diploma programme

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Location
At current Secondary school
Duration
1 year, taking GCE O level at end of year

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Location
At one of the 3 ITE colleges in Singapore
Duration
2 yr Nitec program or 3 yr Higher Nitec program

Progression
After 2 yr Nitec : To 2 yr Higher Nitec
After 3 yr Higher Nitec: To polytechnic/ work study diploma

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NAFA Foundation Programme (NFP) is a bridging course that prepares students for a successful enrolment and completion of a diploma course at NAFA.

Location
Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts

Duration
35-week course which runs from March to February of the following year, and is divided into three trimesters. More than half of the curriculum and contact time is dedicated to arts theory and studio/practical components.

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Location
At one of the 3 ITE colleges in Singapore.
Duration
10 Weeks preparatory + 2 Yr Higher Nitec course

Students who meet the required GPA at the end of the Higher Nitec course is guaranteed a place in a mapping diploma course in Polytechnic.

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Minimum entry requirements as stated for course
[Refer to JIE booklet for more information]

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To be eligible,
1. ELMAB3 less than or = 12
2. Subject specific requirements according to course groups
Course Group 1(EL at least B3) or
Course Group 2 (EL at least A2)

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To be eligible,
1. Sat for the GCE N(A)-Level Examination in 2022;
2. Obtained an ELMAB3 aggregate score of 19 points or less; and
3. Obtained at least an N(A)-Level Grade 5
for all subjects used in the computation
of ELMAB3.
4. Offer a minimum of 5 subjects for O levels

Please check with school on progression to sec 5. Entry requirements may vary among schools.

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Open to students with GCE N/O level qualifications
Application is based on
-Best 4 GCE N subjects (ITE Aggregate points) including pre-requisites and bonus points
[refer to JIE booklet for ITE aggregate points and bonus points]
- Minimum entry requirements

Students who do not meet the entry requirements may consider 3 Yr Nitec Programme.

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To be eligible,
- ELMAB3  aggregate score of 15 points or better, excluding CCA Bonus Points,

Applicants who score 4 and above for English Language will be required to attend an interview.

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To be eligible,
1. ELMAB3 less than or = 19 (raw score)
2. Minimum entry requirements
[refer to JIE booklet or ITE website]

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When to apply
-from 2.30pm on day of N level result release to 5pm of 1 January 2023. [Refer to ITE website for exact application period and details]

Process
- Apply through ITE website
- Choose up to a maximum of 6 choices which you are eligible
- Attend an online pre-interview session
- Attend an interview with company of your choice from ITE listed partners
- Check application results through ITE website, window to accept offer is about 1 month.
- Upon confirmation, ITE will inform on details and dates of reporting to college.
- ITE will inform applicant on details of

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When to apply
- January (after O level result release)
Process
- Apply through PFP portal
- Pick 5 course options (guided by cut-off point from previous year)
- Allocation base on merit and vacancy

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Apply through current secondary school

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When to apply
- Within 5 calendar days from N level result release day 2.30pm to 5pm on the last day of application.
Process
- Apply through ITE website
- Pick up to 12 course choices JIE(N) make sure at least 4 choices are within ITE aggregate cut-off
- Posting based on merit and course vacancy
- Notification through ITE website

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When to apply
- December [Refer to NAFA website for application dates]

Process
- Apply online, NAFA website
- Submit necessary documents within 5 days of application
- Payment of application fee
- May need to attend aptitude/interview test
- Applicants with EL grade 4 or 5 have to attend another interview
- Receive a letter via post on the outcome of your application within 4-6 weeks following your admission test or audition.

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Language and Communication
This module aims to build the foundation of communication skillsets. In the first trimester, emphasis is placed on the development and expansion of reading, listening, and speaking skills. In the second trimester, students will learn to develop their writing and oral commu…

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When to apply
- Within 5 calendar days from N level result release day 2.30pm to 5pm on the last day of application.
Process
- Apply through ITE website
- Pick up to 12 course choices JIE (H) try to have at least 4 choices within ITE aggregate cut-off point
- Posting based on merit and course vacancy
- Notification through ITE website

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Resources
https://www.ite.edu.sg/courses/traineeship-courses

Good to know
- Course commencement is subject to a minimum class size
- Applicants can apply for different admission exercises after N level but only can accept 1 offer.

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Do you learn better and faster through hands-on experience? Do you prefer to be working instead of being in the classroom all the time? Traineeship may be the option for you!

The ITE Traineeship Programme equips students with the academic qualification and skills necessary to start a successful career in Singapore. You will be guided and trained by accomplished supervisors who will show you the ropes in a 21st century workplace. By immersing yourself in an actual work environment, you will gain valuable work experience on your journey to become a competent professional in your chosen field.

Our Traineeship Programmes welcome students who have completed their 'N' Levels. This two-year programme allows you to work full-time and consequently, earn a full-time salary and enjoy employee benefits. Academic skills will not take a backseat to hands-on skills; you will still attend classes one or two days a week. This mode of learning will bridge theory and practice.

Programmes for Every Career Path

Choose from over 14 courses in 7 industry sectors to suit your interest and career goals. These sectors include:

Marine Technology

Automotive Technology

Aircraft Technology

Hospitality Operations

Beauty and Hair Fashion

Healthcare and Dentistry

Business and Entrepreneurship

ITE Training Programmes

Each Traineeship programme runs between one and two years. At the end of the programme, the student earns a National ITE Certificate ( Nitec) or an ITE Skills Certificate (ISC). By clicking on the categories above, you will see an overview of the programme, duration, relevant certificate, the subjects that you will learn, progression opportunities, career opportunities and related courses. You can also download Core and Elective module details. For more information about our Traineeship programmes, contact us at ibt@ite.edu.sg.

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Traineeship Programme in Singapore | Institute of Technical Education

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ITE offers traineeship programmes to post-secondary students who prefer hands-on learning as well as gaining a two-year working experience. Choose from over 25 courses in 12 industries.

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PFP Portal
https://pfp.polytechnic.edu.sg/PFP/pfp_introduction.html

Students can apply for other admission exercises (eg. JIE(H), traineeship) after N level result release but only 1 offer may be accepted across all admission exercises.

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1. The Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP) is a one-year programme that offers a practice-oriented curriculum taught by polytechnic lecturers, to better prepare polytechnic-bound N(A) students for entry into the relevant Polytechnic Diploma courses. This is an alternative to the Sec 5 year. PFP students are given provisional places in diploma programmes, subject to them passing all modules in the one-year PFP. The requirement to pass all modules ensures that students continue to work hard during their PFP year and are well prepared for polytechnic studies. Students who apply effort should have no difficulties in meeting the requirement.

2. The PFP caters to students of the Sec 4N(A) cohort in the preceding year. The PFP will have about 1,500 places set aside each year. It will be offered by all five Polytechnics. More than 80% of Polytechnic Diploma courses will be offered under the PFP.
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1. The Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP) is a one-year programme that offers a practice-oriented curriculum taught by polytechnic lecturers, to better prepare polytechnic-bound N(A) students for entry into the relevant Polytechnic Diploma courses. This is an alternative to the Sec 5 year.

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Good for students to explore
- breadth and depth difference in Sec 5 curriculum compared to Sec 4

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ITE Website
https://www.ite.edu.sg/courses/full-time-courses/nitec-and-3-year-higher-nitec

Good to know
-Check for pre-requisites of courses eg. free from medical conditions, colour appreciation deficiency before choosing course
- Order of preference matters when putting in course options
- Some courses require for interview Aptitude Base admission

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Nitec & 3-Year/4-Year Higher Nitec (for GCE N & O students)

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ITE offers full-time Nitec and 3-year Higher Nitec courses to students who want to get a head start on their chosen careers. Our courses give you a competitive advantage. Enrol today.

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Resources
NAFA website [Foundation programme]
https://www.nafa.edu.sg/courses/foundation/nafa-foundation-programme

Good to know
Successful applicants will be given a conditional offer of admission to the diploma courses. Upon the successful completion of the NFP, students will be offered a place in their chosen diploma course.

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ITE Website
https://www.ite.edu.sg/courses/full-time-courses/higher-nitec-for-dpp

Good to know
- Applicants for Electrical engineering, Electronics engineering and Mechatronics engineering courses must ensure they do not have colour deficiency.
- In addition to meeting required GPA, DPP courses in Applied science, Engineering and Info-communications technology are required to take and pass a Mathematics elective at ITE to be eligible to progress to mapping diploma course in Poly. (Exempted: Students with at least C grade in O level Mathematics)
- Successful applicants for DPP will not be offered a place in Sec 5.

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The Institute of Technical Education is a principal provider of career and technical education that prepares Singapore for the future economy. Enrol today.