SACAP Courses Offered 2023/2024
Certificates & Diplomas
- Higher Certificate in Counselling & Communication Skills
- Advanced Certificate in Counselling & Communication Skills
Degrees & Postgraduate
- Bachelor of Applied Social Science
- Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Majoring in Human Resource Management and Psychology)
- BAppSocSci Degree (Majoring in Psychology and Business Management)
- Bachelor of Social Science Honours (Psychology)
- Bachelor of Social Science Honours (Psychology) [BPsych Equivalent Programme]
- Masters of Social Science (Community Mental Health Promotion)
Professional Degrees
- Bachelor of Psychology (BPsych)
- Bachelor of Social Sciences Honours (Psychology) [Bpsych Equivalent Programme]
COACHING COURSES
Short Courses
- Coaching in the Workplace
Certificates
- Coach Practitioner Programme
- Advanced Coach Practitioner Programme
Postgraduate
- Postgraduate Diploma in Coaching
SACAP Courses At A Glance
Higher Certificate in Counselling & Communication Skills
SACAP’s Higher Certificate is an excellent point of entry into the field of psychology, human behaviour and mental health. It’s a short, 15 month, vocational qualification that has been specifically designed to equip you with introductory knowledge and basic counselling and communication skills. Not only does the Higher Certificate offer “work-ready” practical training, it’s also a springboard into higher education in this exciting field.
At a Glance
| Availability | On Campus (Johannesburg, Pretoria & Cape Town) and Online |
| Duration | 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time |
| Intakes | 3 Intakes per year |
| Modules and Credits | 10 modules (At least 120 credits) NQF 5, CHE accredited |
Advanced Certificate in Counselling & Communication Skills
SACAP’s Advanced Certificate builds on an existing foundation of learning. It’s a short, 1-year, vocational qualification that has been specifically designed to further your knowledge and insight in psychology, human behaviour and mental health. Not only does the Advanced Certificate provide a strong focus on applied counselling and communication skills for application in a variety of counselling environments – it also develops deeper knowledge in specific counselling areas of your choice.
At a Glance
| Availability | On Campus (Johannesburg & Cape Town) |
| Duration | 15 months full-time 2 years part-time |
| Intakes | 3 Intakes per year |
| Modules and Credits | 9 modules (at least 120 credits) NQF 6, CHE accredited IRCEP recognised |
| Fieldwork | 200 hours including supervision |
Bachelor of Applied Social Science
SACAP’s BAppSocSci degree is a comprehensive, 3-year, undergraduate qualification that develops a robust theoretical and methodological understanding of the discipline of psychology embedded within the social sciences. It has been specifically designed to build critical thinking and a depth of understanding of the individual within a social context and positions you well for admission into an Honours degree or postgraduate studies in psychology, the social sciences or related fields. What’s more, the BAppSocSci incorporates essential “work-ready” counselling and communication skills.
At a Glance
| Availability | On Campus (Johannesburg, Pretoria & Cape Town) and Online |
| Duration | 3 years full-time 5 years part-time |
| Intakes | 3 Intakes per year |
| Modules and Credits | 28 modules (At Least 360 credits) NQF 7, CHE accredited |
| Fieldwork | 200 hours including supervision |
Bachelor of Applied Social Science (Majoring in HRM and Psychology)
SACAP’s three year BAppSocSci undergraduate degree offers an option to specialise in human resource management. The degree builds critical thinking skills and a depth of understanding of the individual within a social and organisational context. The graduate is well-positioned for admission into an honours degree or postgraduate studies in psychology, the social sciences, or human resource management. The specialisation also incorporates essential “work ready” human resource management skills.
At a Glance
| Availability | On Campus (Johannesburg, Pretoria & Cape Town) and Online |
| Duration | 3 years, full-time, on campus5 years, part-time, online |
| Modules and Credits | 28 modules (At Least 360 credits) NQF 7, CHE accredited |
| WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING | 3 months, full time including mentoring |
Bachelor of Social Science Honours (Psychology) Degree
SACAP’s Bachelor of Social Science Honours (Psychology) Degree is a dynamic programme that offers advanced levels of academic challenge and builds intellectual independence and research capacity in the principles and methodologies of psychology at a postgraduate level of study.
At a Glance
| Availability | On Campus (Johannesburg, Pretoria & Cape Town) |
| Duration | 1 year full-time |
| Intakes | 1 Intake per year |
| Modules and Credits | 7 modules (128 credits) NQF 8, CHE accredited |
| Fieldwork | None |
Bachelor of Social Science Honours (Psychology) [BPsych Equivalent Programme]
SACAP’s BPsych Equivalent Programme is an 18-month professional Honours degree that incorporates and Honours degree in psychology and leads to registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Registered Counsellor.
At a Glance
| Availability | On Campus (Johannesburg & Cape Town) |
| Duration | 18 months, full-time only |
| Modules and Credits | 8 modules (146 credits) |
| Integrated Practicum | 720 hours, including supervision |
| NQF8, CHE and HPCSA Accredited |
Bachelor of Psychology (BPsych)
SACAP’s BPsych degree is a professional qualification that leads to registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Registered Counsellor. The BPsych degree empowers you with knowledge and essential “work-ready” counselling and communication skills to provide short-term supportive counselling, psycho-education and psychological assessment for the purpose of protecting and promoting psychological wellbeing with individuals and families in diverse community settings. The BPsych develops a thorough grounding in the knowledge, theory and principles of the profession of psychology and builds high intellectual independence and research capacity in the methodology and techniques of psychology.
At a Glance
| Availability | On Campus (Johannesburg & Cape Town) |
| Duration | 4 years, full-time only |
| Intakes | 1 Intake per year |
| Modules and Credits | 33 modules (at least 480 credits) |
| Practicum | 960 hours including supervision NQF 8, CHE and HPCSA accredited |
Masters of Social Science (Community Mental Health Promotion)
SACAP’s Masters of Social Science is specifically designed to enhance a student’s strategic leadership capabilities and proactively contribute to the mental health and wellbeing of the South African community.
At a Glance
| Availability | On Campus (Johannesburg & Cape Town) |
| Duration | 2 years, part-time |
| Intakes | 1 Intake per year |
| Modules | 10 modules including core modules, intensive modules and a mini dissertation. |
| NQF 9, CHE Accredited |
Postgraduate Diploma in Coaching
SACAP’s Postgraduate Diploma in Coaching is a comprehensive NQF 8 (Honours-equivalent) level qualification designed to equip professional coach practitioners. We bring our unique psychological lens to coaching as an applied psychology as we believe that in order to work effectively with others, one needs to understand and apply psychological principles.
At a Glance
| Availability | On campus (Johannesburg and Cape Town). |
| Duration | Two years part-time. |
| Intakes | 1 Intake per year |
| Next intake | 2018 |
| Modules and Credits | 8 modules.3 modules are completed via weekly evening classes held on a termly basis. 5 modules are completed as intensives of 4 days each. 6 month supervised Client Coaching Internship. Research Paper |
| Accreditations | NQF 8, 129 credits.Accredited by the Council on Higher Education. Qualification registered by SAQA. SACAP is a registered Private Higher Education Institution with the Department of Higher Education and Training. Accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) as an Accredited Coach Training (ACTP) Programme of 235 hours. Aligned with COMENSA requirements. |
Coach Practitioner Programme
SACAP’s Coach Practitioner Programme is a part-time, five month, short learning programme designed for working professionals. It will provide you with a foundation in professional coaching and equip you with both theory and practical skills to become a coach practitioner. We bring our unique psychological lens to coaching as an applied psychology and believe that in order to work effectively with others, one needs to understand and apply psychological principles within the scope of practice as a coach.
At a Glance
| Availability | On campus (Johannesburg and Cape Town). |
| Duration | 5 months, plus Mentor Coaching. |
| Intakes | 1 Intake per year |
| Next intake | 2019 |
| Modules and Credits | 1 Evening Module (10 weekly sessions).2 Intensive Modules (4 consecutive days each). |
| Practical support in developing your coaching competencies through: | 2 Observed Sessions with customised feedback from an ICF credentialed coach.3 hours of Individual Mentor Coaching with ICF credentialed coaches. 7 hours of Group Mentor Coaching with ICF credentialed coaches. |
Advanced Coach Practitioner Programme
SACAP’s Advanced Coach Practitioner Programme builds on SACAP’s Coach Practitioner Programme, taking you to the next level by deepening your coaching development. This short learning programme equips you with an integrated understanding of adult learning and change, offers an in-depth exploration of ethical practice in coaching, and exposes you to a range of coaching models including Group and Team Coaching.
At a Glance
| Availability | On campus (Johannesburg and Cape Town). |
| Duration | 6 months. |
| Intakes | 1 Intake per year |
| Next intake | 2018 |
| Modules and Credits | 1 Evening Module (11 weeks).2 Intensive Modules (4 consecutive days each). |
| Practical support in developing your coaching competencies through: | 4 Observed Sessions with customised feedback from an ICF credentialed coach. |
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Student Loans in South Africa: How to Apply and What to Expect
For many young South Africans, accessing higher education is a dream that often comes with a financial challenge. Fortunately, several student loan optionsstrong> are available in South Africa to help fund university, college, or TVET studies. Whether you’re looking for a government loan like NSFAS or a private student loan from a bank, understanding the process is essential for success.
What Are Student Loans?
Student loans are a form of financial aid provided to eligible students to help cover tuition fees, books, accommodation, and other study-related expenses. In South Africa, these loans can come from government institutions like NSFAS or private banks such as Nedbank, Standard Bank, FNB, and Absa. Most loans offer repayment flexibility and low-interest options until you graduate.
Types of Student Loans in South Africa
- NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme): A government-funded loan/grant program for students from low-income households. Covers tuition, housing, transport, and meals.
- Bank Student Loans: Offered by most major banks. These are credit-based and require a guardian or parent as a co-signer.
- Private Loan Providers: Companies like Fundi offer educational loans covering various costs such as school fees, gadgets, and textbooks.
Requirements to Qualify for a Student Loan
Each provider has its own criteria, but most South African student loans require the following:
- Proof of South African citizenship or permanent residency
- Proof of registration or acceptance at a recognised tertiary institution
- Parent or guardian with a stable income to co-sign (for private loans)
- Completed application form with supporting documents (ID, proof of income, academic records)
How to Apply for a Student Loan
To apply for a student loan in South Africa, follow these steps:
- Identify your loan provider: Choose between NSFAS, a bank, or a private lender.
- Gather necessary documents: ID copies, academic transcripts, acceptance letters, and income statements.
- Complete the application form online or at a branch.
- Await approval: Some banks offer instant decisions, while NSFAS can take a few weeks.
- Receive disbursement: Funds are typically paid directly to the institution or your account, depending on the lender.
Loan Amounts and Repayment
The loan amount you can receive depends on your chosen lender and financial need:
- NSFAS: Covers full tuition, residence, books, and a personal allowance. The loan becomes a bursary if you pass all your courses.
- Banks: Can provide up to R120,000 or more annually, depending on tuition costs and credit history.
Repayment usually starts after graduation or once you start earning an income. Bank loans may require interest-only payments during your studies. NSFAS repayment only begins when you earn above a specific income threshold.
FAQs on Student Loans in South Africa
1. Can I apply for a student loan without a parent or guardian?
For government loans like NSFAS, yes. But most banks require a financially responsible co-signer, especially for students without an income.
2. Is NSFAS a loan or a bursary?
NSFAS starts as a loan, but it converts to a bursary if you meet academic performance requirements. This means you may not have to pay it back.
3. What is the interest rate on student loans?
Private banks offer competitive rates between 5% and 12%, depending on the applicant's credit profile. NSFAS charges a much lower interest rate, usually linked to inflation.
4. What happens if I fail my courses?
If you’re funded by NSFAS and fail, your loan won’t convert into a bursary, and you’ll need to repay the full amount. Banks may continue charging interest, and your co-signer may be held liable.
5. Can I use a student loan to pay for accommodation and laptops?
Yes. Both NSFAS and many bank student loans cover costs beyond tuition, including housing, meals, textbooks, and electronic devices like laptops or tablets.
Final Thoughts
Student loans in South Africa offer a much-needed financial lifeline to thousands of students every year. Whether you're applying through **NSFAS** or a private bank, ensure you understand the **terms, interest rates, and repayment conditions** before signing any agreement. Make informed decisions today to secure your academic and financial future tomorrow.