DHET Registration
Help! Yet another requirement to adhere to and a very short deadline to submit an application by – 30 June 2017. Goodness me! Where did this originate from and when was it communicated, what is expected, where do I start, what should I do now, how do I go about this? Questions….many of them…. Here is a few QAs about DHET registration that might be useful when you submit your application (when…soon, very soon!)
Q 1. Where does it originate from?
A 1. Joint-Communique 1 of 16
Q 2. How was it communicated
A 2. Keeping abreast of current and relevant news in education pertaining to amendments and changes to White Papers and Bills should be the main function of your very competent Quality Assurer or ETD Specialist. Subscribing to sites like skills –universe, FET Colleges is also a good idea.
http://www.skills-universe.com/group/appetd-association-for-private-providers-of-etd/user/list
http://www.fetcollege.co.za/dhet-registration
Relevant communication is available via DHET, Umalusi, QCTO, APPETD , Department of Education
Q3. When was it communicated?
A3. August 2016
Q4. What is the first step in the process of submitting an application?
A4. Go to DHET website www.dhet.org.za and down load the relevant application form.
Q5. Which is the relevant form?
A5. Depending on the qualification and NQF Level e.g. OQSF qualifications at NQF Level 1 – 6 you need.
Form APX01 is needed. Use the link to obtain the form
http://www.dhet.gov.za/SitePages/DocForms.aspx (For Private Colleges – look under: 2008 Forms) APX 01
Q5. What next?
Q5. Complete the form and provide the annexures required which serve as proof of statements made when the form is being completed.
Q6. Which annexures?
A6.
F. FINANCIAL VIABILITY REPORTS AND LEGAL DOCUMENTS
- ANNEXURE A(1): Audited annual financial statements OR Audited financial forecasts.
- ANNEXURE A(2): Business Plan.
- ANNEXURE A(3): Surety agreement.
- ANNEXURE B: Company registration documents.
- ANNEXURE C: Occupational health and safety compliance audit report(s).
- ANNEXURE D: Business registration certificate.
G. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND MONITORING
- ANNEXURE E: Declaration on application for accreditation.
- ANNEXURE F: Undertaking on institutional capacity.
- ANNEXURE G: Declaration on monitoring and evaluation.
H. INTER-INSTITUTIONAL AGREEMENTS AND MARKETING INFORMATION
- ANNEXURE H: Inter-institutional agreements.
- ANNEXURE I: Student prospectus, calendar or brochure.
I. ADMISSION INFORMATION AND STUDENT RULES
- ANNEXURE J: Enrolment forms, student contracts and rules and regulations.
- J. DECLARATION ON NON-DISCRIMINATION
- ANNEXURE K: Non-discrimination declaration.
- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TO BE SUBMITTED BY FOREIGN APPLICANTS ONLY
- ANNEXURE L: Declaration on equality of qualifications.
- ANNEXURE M(1): Proof of recognition in the country of origin.
- ANNEXURE M(2): Proof of accreditation in the country of origin.
Q.7 How much will it cost me?
A.7 R500.00
Q.8 How do I make payment?
A.8 Deposit the amount into the DHET bank account
[Remember to keep PoP]
A.9 What are their banking detail?
Bank: ABSA Bank Limited
Account name: DEPT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Special name: Department of Education and Training Dep A/C
Account no: 40-7577-9507
Branch Code: 323345
Account type: Cheque
Q7. What is the final step?
A7. Submit the application form and annexures. This should be sent by registered mail thus couriered.
[ Remember to keep your receipt!]
Q8. To which address should it be couriered?
A8. The Registrar: Private Colleges
Department of Higher Education and Training
123 Francis Baard Street
Pretoria
0001
Q9. When will I received feedback?
A9. The outcome might take up to six months.
Q10. How will the outcome be communicated?
A10. The DHET will provide an official letter and indicate when a site visit will take place, should the application be successful.
Q11. What if my application was unsuccessful?
A11. Usually DHET will provide requirements (a report) with clear stipulations indicating aspects to amend (remediation)
If all else fail, ask a Quality Assurer or ETD Specialist to help you! The hassle and worries will be something of the past and you can rest assure that you are compliant.