YES but remember that If you fail one of your subjects, it’s not the end of the world. You will need to make up those lost credit though with another subject.
In terms of the SACE Act, “no person may be employed as an educator by any employer unless the person is registered with the Council.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Who must register with SACE?
A: Educators employed at:
- Public schools. These are educators employed in terms of the Employment of Educators Act of 1998 and the South African Schools Act of 1996)
- Recognised independent schools,
- Further Education and Training Institutions (employed in terms of the FET Act of 1998),
- Adult learning centers (ABET).
- Waldorf and Montessori centers
- ECD educators with a minimum NQF level 4 ECD qualifications employed in public and independent schools in Grade R.
- Foreign educators as per Council Resolution of 2008.
Q: Why must educators register with SACE?
A: In terms of the SACE Act, “no person may be employed as an educator by any employer unless the person is registered with the Council.”
Q: Is it necessary for educators to come with their original diplomas or degrees when registering at SACE offices?
A: Educators must always bring certified copies of their qualifications (certificates). Certification should be clear, with original stamp stating “true copy of original”, and no later than 6 months old.
Q: Is it possible for educators to post their application forms instead of coming to the office for registration?
A: We prefer this process. Educators should post their application forms and certified copies of their qualifications & identity document, and a postal order of R200 for South African educators and R400 for foreign educators as payment for registration, by registered mail.
Q: Should educators collect their certificates from the SACE offices?
A: No. Registration certificates will be posted to educators as soon as application forms are received and processed in the office (six weeks from the date received in the office).