Editor LauraThere’s a lot of debate in South Africa about the quality and value of our higher education. In 2019, there are many colleges that still aren’t accredited and some that don’t even have full accreditation. If you’re looking to study at one of these schools, this may be important for you to know. If you’re wondering about the standards for accreditation in South Africa, here’s what we’ve found out:
List Of Accredited Colleges In South Africa
1. Damelin Correspondence College
Damelin Correspondence College is a private tertiary institution that offers correspondence courses in higher education. It is accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE), and is a registered higher education provider with the Department of Higher Education and Training.
2. DBTC Hospitality School
- HETA Accreditation Number: R067/2012
- DHET Accreditation Number: H1093/2006
3. LISOF (Pty) Ltd
LISOF (Pty) Ltd is a private training provider that has been accredited by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). It is also registered with the South African Council for Higher Education and Skills (SACHS), and it offers courses in the following areas:
- NQF Level 4: Diploma in Business Management
- NQF Level 5: Certificate in Business Management
If you want to learn more about LISOF, visit its website at www.lisf.co.za
4 MICT SETA
The MICT SETA is a government agency that regulates the private security industry. It is responsible for the accreditation of private security training providers and private security courses in South Africa.
5. Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSIRA)
The Private Security Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) was established in terms of the Private Security Industry Regulation Act, 2005 to regulate the private security industry in South Africa. It is a statutory body, under the Office of the Inspector-General and comprising representatives from various stakeholder groups including:
- Police Service;
- Department of Labour;
- Department of Justice and Constitutional Development;
- Department of Home Affairs;
- National Prosecuting Authority;
- South African Reserve Bank
Check if the colleges you’re looking at are accredited
Accreditation is important, as it is a way to show that the college you’re considering meets high standards and quality. The process of accreditation is rigorous; it involves an audit of records, facilities, and other aspects of the college that ensure they are meeting appropriate standards. The application process is lengthy and thorough; only colleges whose programs meet quality standards are given accreditation by SAQA.
Accredited colleges must meet certain minimum requirements set by SAQA; these include having proper governance structures in place (for example: governing board), policies on student complaints or discipline problems (such as sexual harassment), clear classroom rules regarding attendance policies and exam schedules, among other things. Once accredited by SAQA once again after being reviewed every three years (with follow-up visits every year), a college can proudly display its certification for all prospective students to see
Closing
In conclusion, you should always check with the accrediting body if you’re applying to a college or university in South Africa. The list provided here is not exhaustive and can be updated at any time by contacting the Department of Higher Education and Training.