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How to Check if a College Is Registered in South Africa Before You Apply

 How To Find Out If a College is Registered in South Africa


When deciding to study at a college in South Africa you should always make sure that the institution is legitimate and the qualification you are looking to pursue is officially acknowledged.


Some students have lost money by attending institutions who offer qualifications without the right registration/accreditation.


Read on to learn how to find out if the college is legitimate, what to ask and how to protect yourself.


Why it's important to check the college


This will make you feel more confident and informed when choosing your education.


Always ask to make sure that the institution is authorised to offer the programme and that they have the correct requirements for the qualification.


Just because they are registered doesn't necessarily mean that they offer all of the courses listed.


Check the official register


If you're looking at a private institution you will need to check the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) website.


https://www.dhet.gov.za/


Look at the private college and private higher education institution register. Ensure that the name and registration details match.


Check the specific course


Not only should you check the name of the college but also that your specific qualification is authorised/accredited by the correct organisation.


Depending on the programme, the quality assurance body will be:


The Council on Higher Education (CHE)


Umalusi


Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)


Depending on the type of qualification there will be different quality assurance bodies involved. Contact the institution to find out which body is responsible for their course and ensure it is correct.


Ask for proof of registration/accreditation


Before registering with the institution you should ask them for proof of their registration and also ensure that your qualification is covered.


Check that it has the correct official name and that the course/qualification matches the one you will be studying.


If you are unsure of anything, contact the relevant body.


Check your campus/training location


Some institutions have multiple campuses or training locations. Just because you have received approval for a specific programme doesn't mean that it is approved for all of their campuses.


Ask about your course


Before registering, make sure you ask about:


Requirements


How long the course lasts


How much the course will cost in total and any additional costs


What qualification you will receive


Whether there will be any hands on training


Refund policy


Whether the qualification will help you in the future.


Ask to receive this information in writing so that you can compare.


Red flags


If the college offers:


A quick degree/qualification with no realistic reason


Guarantees you a job


Will not provide you with registration/accreditation details


Put pressure on you to pay straight away


Use government logos but cannot be verified


Offer qualifications not listed on the official register.


These are not an official investigation but can be cause for concern.


Where to get help


Start by checking:


Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)


https://www.dhet.gov.za/


Council on Higher Education (CHE)


https://www.che.ac.za/


Umalusi


https://www.umalusi.org.za/


Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO)


https://www.qcto.org.za/


If you cannot verify that the institution is legitimate, contact the relevant organisation.


Final Thoughts


Choosing a college is an important decision and should always be verified. Always ensure that the institution and qualification are legitimate.


Take your time to check the official documents, ask questions and read through the conditions of your course.


Job Opportunities SA encourages students to do proper research when looking into education opportunities and to use official sources when making decisions.

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