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DHET Registration Certificate

DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training) Registration Certificate is an official document issued by the South African Department of Higher Education and Training. It certifies that a private higher education institution or training provider is formally registered and recognized by the department in compliance with the Higher Education Act (No. 101 of 1997) or the Continuing Education and Training regulations. The certificate typically includes the institution’s name, registration number, scope of registration, and the validity period.

Purpose:

  • Legal Recognition: Confirms that the institution is legally authorized to operate as a higher education or training provider in South Africa.
  • Quality Assurance: Demonstrates that the institution meets the minimum regulatory standards set by DHET regarding curriculum, staffing, facilities, and governance.
  • Public Confidence: Provides assurance to prospective students, parents, and employers that the institution delivers legitimate and accredited programs.
  • Eligibility for Funding & Partnerships: Enables the institution to access government funding, student financial aid programs, and enter into formal partnerships with other educational bodies or private organizations.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensures the institution is compliant with national laws and regulations, avoiding penalties or closure.

    • DHET Registration Certificate 2023

    Official recognition by the Department of Higher Education and Training confirming the institution was legally registered and compliant to operate as a higher education provider in 2023.

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    DHET Registration Certificate 2024

    Official recognition by the Department of Higher Education and Training confirming the institution was legally registered and compliant to operate as a higher education provider in 2024.

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    DHET Registration Certificate 2025

    Official recognition by the Department of Higher Education and Training confirming the institution is legally registered and compliant to operate as a higher education provider in 2025.

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    Key Note:
    Possession of a DHET Registration Certificate does not necessarily mean that individual programmes are accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE); programme accreditation must be verified separately.

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