Written by Dr Hannes Nel, D. Com; D. Phil The problem with unethical behaviour is not just that it damages the image of the learning institution or quality assurance body, but rather that it can easily become a national trend, almost a culture and that it can reduce the country […]
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The quality assurance body that misuses the recognition of prior learning (RPL) for its own benefits and comfort rather than for the improvement of the quality of learning is doing the country and its people a terrible disservice. To avoid learners feeling alienated, RPL needs to be integrated with other […]
Who should benefit from the recognition of prior learning?
For a number of years Marius Meyer, the CEO of the South African Board of People Practices (SABPP) has been leading the process of developing standards for professional human resource management. Internationally, there is evidence that human resources make a critical difference to company performance. The SABPP professionalism is based […]
The Business Case for Learning & Development Standards
Global Business Solutions will be hosting a 2 day WSP/ATR Practical Submission Session on the 15th & 16th of March 2018 at the CTICC (Cape Town International Convention Centre). This 2 day workshop will assist you with the completion of your Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) and Annual Training Report (ATR) […]
Practical WSP/ATR Submission Training Session
Dear Skills Universe Members, Training Providers We are gearing up for a very interesting session with the DHET Directorate and have been listing various concerns and misunderstandings over the past couple of months which have been experienced by various providers nationwide. Nigel and I would like to address important concerns, […]
DHET application for Registration – What is your CONCERN???
The following report was issued by SANews.gov.za Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa says the newly proposed National Skills Development Strategy addresses national government priorities, as it supports economic growth and job creation. The Deputy President said this when he fielded oral questions in the National Assembly on Thursday afternoon. He said […]
Progress update on National Skills Development Strategy
Bodies under fire for failing to address skills deficit 07 April 2017 – 05:14 AM Bekezela Phakathi Withdrawal: Higher Education and Training Minister Blade Nzimande says the Wholesale and Retail Seta was placed under administration after it withdrew from the Rural and Township Economies Revitalisation Programme.Picture: SIYABULELA DUDA Three Sector […]