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Academic Route
The Academic route
This applies to applicants in the academic environment who are involved teaching accredited courses and carrying out research activities that are relevant to the construction environment with a four years experience.
The following are the requirements
- A 3000 word report that document the relevance of the research to the construction and project management professions and how this has been applied.
- The applicants are required to submit four peer reviewed research papers (At least two should be published on the journal)
- Pass a Professional Interview
The interviews for these Candidates will be based on;
- Research area
- Knowledge of the understanding of the mandatory requirements of the area of specialization and
- Professional Category
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How do I apply through the RPL route?
The RPL route of application follows two (2) phases:
In the first (1st) phase, you apply through the normal Council application process, submitting your reports. The assessors will then assess your competencies acquired and identify the category you best fit, CPM or CM. If perceived competent you will then be recommended for RPL..
What are the registration benefits?
- Registration benefit the Professional person, clients/employers, Industry and the general Public.
- Registration will benefit the industry by raising the profile of the of the Professions. It will work to towards eradicating tainted perceptions. Registered persons will be seen as truly professional and attract better and more interest from students.
- The Act, 48 of 2000 is established to protect the public. Registered Professionals are less likely to take unacceptable risks that affect the environment, lower quality and affect the safety of workers.
All CM & CPM are required to be Members of SACPCMP - How does this apply to consulting Engineers who are CPM & Resident Engineers on construction sites?
- Any person that assuming work identified for Construction and Project Management is required to register with SACPCMP as per section 18 of the Act,48 of 2000.
- For purposes of clarity, registered persons are not members of SACPCMP. A person becomes a member of the Council only by appointment by the Public Minister of Public Works as per section 3 and section 4(4) of the Act,48 of 2000.