Umalusi`s role in education and training in South Africa

Umalusi Quality Council sets and monitors standards for general and further education and training in South Africa in accordance with the National Qualifications Framework Act No 67 of 2008 and the General and Further Education and Training Quality Assurance Act No 58 of 2001.

The Council is tasked with the development and management of a sub-framework of qualifications for general and further education and training and for the attendant quality assurance.
 
In order to issue learners with certificates that are credible, Umalusi:

Develops and evaluates qualifications and curricula to ensure that they are of the expected standard. 
Moderates assessment to ensure that it is fair, valid and reliable.
Accredits providers of education and training, and assessment. 
Conducts research to ensure educational quality.
Verifies the authenticity of certificates.

Governance

Umalusi is governed and guided by the National Qualifications Act No 67 of 2008 and its establishment Act the General and Further Education and Training Quality Assurance Act No 58 of 2001 amended 2008. Umalusi Council is appointed by the Minister of Basic Education to give effect to the mandate as expressed in these Acts. Umalusi also answers to the Minister of Higher Education and Training in respect of the certification of qualifications offered in FET colleges and adult learning centres. Umalusi works within a five-year strategic plan agreed with the Ministers of Education. The strategic plan sets out Umalusi`s strategic priorities and performance measures. The strategic plan provides a framework for the annual business plan which informs the Council`s day-to-day work and provides a basis for assessing performance.

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Hendrik Van Der Walt

This department manages interactions and communications with external stakeholders to enhance collaboration and engagement.

External Relations

This department ensures the integrity and quality of educational programs through external moderation and assessment.

Quality Assurance

This department oversees financial operations and risk management strategies to ensure organizational stability and compliance.

Risk and Finance

This department focuses on building and maintaining software applications and systems.

Software Development

This department provides logistical and operational assistance to ensure smooth daily operations.

Administrative Support

This department focuses on the development and delivery of educational programs and consulting services.

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Org chart

Teams

External Relations

Quality Assurance

Risk and Finance

Software Development

Administrative Support

Education Services

Offices

UmalusiSA

Org chart

Teams

External Relations

Quality Assurance

Risk and Finance

Software Development

Administrative Support

Education Services

Offices

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