YSA Skill College was established by a well-known chain salon in Malaysia in 2005. We are committed to delivering professional skills, craftsmanship, and industry-relevant techniques to our students. Our mission is to transform lives and create limitless opportunities by providing high-quality education, empowering students and young individuals to succeed in the hair and beauty industry.
Our vision is to become a leading institution in the hairdressing and beauty industry, building a sustainable enterprise that stands the test of time. We aim to grow together with our students and employees, offering long-term career development and opportunities to become business partners within the YSA network.
We are recognized as one of the first vocational technical colleges in Malaysia to offer job placement opportunities. Our strength lies in combining quality education with strong employment support, ensuring that students graduate with practical skills and are ready to enter the workforce with confidence.
Over the years, YSA has achieved significant growth and milestones. From a single hair salon, we have expanded into a network of more than 25 salons and college branches across Malaysia. We have received multiple industry awards, including recognition in the Malaysian Book of Records as one of the largest chain hair salon enterprises in the country. In addition, we have been honored with the SMEs Best Brands in Education award and are certified by the Malaysian Government Education Department.
If you are looking for a stable and rewarding future in the hair and beauty industry, we warmly welcome you to join YSA Skill College.
YSA International Skill College operates as an Industry-Based Training Academy and Accredited Assessment Centre (PPA-PPT) under the Department of Skills Development (JPK), Ministry of Human Resources (KESUMA), Malaysia.
The institution offers structured certification pathways under the Malaysian Skills Certification System (SPKM), including:
✔ Hairdressing SKM Level 2, 3, 4 & 5
✔ Barbering SKM Level 2 & 3
✔ Scalp Therapy SKM Level 3
✔ Short-term professional skill courses
In addition, Khal Hair Salon (under YSA Group) is also accredited as a certified PPA-PPT Assessment Centre, providing Recognition of Prior Achievement (PPT) evaluation pathways.
YSA also conducts Train-The-Trainer (TTT) Certification programmes under HRD Corp, empowering educators and industry trainers to deliver high-quality skill development programmes.
YSA actively collaborates with government agencies and entrepreneurship development divisions to produce skilled entrepreneurs in the beauty industry.
Through structured entrepreneurship programmes, YSA has been appointed as a Mentor under the “NAK MULA BISNES BERJAYA” initiative, focusing on:
✔ Barbering entrepreneurship development
✔ Business skill enhancement
✔ Industry mentorship programmes
✔ Sustainable income generation through skill mastery
These initiatives have successfully produced a strong network of entrepreneurs and salon owners across Malaysia.
Through continuous training, certification programmes, and entrepreneurship development, YSA has successfully produced:
✔ Skilled hairdressing professionals
✔ Certified barbers and salon operators
✔ Independent entrepreneurs nationwide
✔ Active business outlets across Malaysia
This achievement reflects YSA’s strong commitment to skills empowerment, industry transformation, and national workforce development.
To become a leading skills development institution in Malaysia that empowers individuals through education, certification, and entrepreneurship—creating globally competitive professionals in the beauty and hairdressing industry.
To provide high-quality, practical-based skill education. To empower youth and adults through certified vocational training. To support career growth and entrepreneurship in the beauty industry.
In the rapidly evolving beauty and hairdressing industry in Malaysia, Yogeswari Rajendran (MBR) stands out as a distinguished figure who is not only a hairstylist but also a visionary who has transformed the landscape of the beauty sector. With over 25 years of professional experience, she is widely recognised as one of the most respected experts in the field of professional hairdressing.
As the Founder of YSA Salon & International Skill College, based in Bandar Puncak Alam, Selangor, she has established a platform that offers not only high-end beauty services but also a certified professional skills training centre under Malaysia’s national skills development system. Today, YSA is recognised as a premier destination for individuals seeking both high-quality hair transformation services and nationally accredited vocational training.
In addition, her brand presence has expanded through YSA Glamz Studio in Bandar Seri Coalfields, which serves as an industrial training hub and professional salon. This studio provides students and aspiring professionals with real industry exposure, allowing them to develop their skills in an authentic working environment and elevate their competency to a professional standard.
Her journey in the industry began with natural talent, which was later refined through professional education, including the Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran (DLKM) and intensive international training in countries such as India. These experiences shaped her into more than just a hairstylist—she is now recognised as an artist who creates beauty through every strand of hair. Every client who receives her service experiences not only a transformation in appearance but also a boost in confidence and personal satisfaction.
Her excellence has been recognised at the national level, including her achievement in the Malaysia Book of Records (MBR), reflecting her exceptional discipline, endurance, and commitment to the craft. She has also been appointed as an official industry officer and panel member under the Department of Skills Development (JPK), further strengthening her contribution to Malaysia’s skills development ecosystem.
As a mentor and educator, Yogeswari Rajendran plays a vital role in nurturing the next generation of hairstylists and beauty entrepreneurs through development programmes such as “Nak Mula Bisnes Berjaya” under PKWS. Through these initiatives, she not only teaches technical hairdressing skills but also guides students in entrepreneurship, salon management, and professional career development.
She also serves as the President of the Persatuan Kemahiran Wanita Selangor (PKWS) and is actively involved in various skills development programmes, industry seminars, fashion shows, and international events. Her involvement in curriculum development panels such as NOSS and WIM highlights her commitment to ensuring that industry training standards remain relevant, modern, and of the highest quality.
With a clear vision to elevate the hairdressing industry in Malaysia, Yogeswari Rajendran is more than just a hairstylist—she is a transformative leader, educator, mentor, and an iconic figure in the beauty industry. Her contributions continue to inspire future generations and have left a lasting impact on the development of Malaysia’s beauty and hairdressing sector.
Strong focus on hands-on practical training.
Experienced instructors from the industry.
Career & entrepreneurship pathways.
Prestigious UKM Graduation Ceremony.
Suitable for school leavers & adult learners.
