{"id":88543,"date":"2024-09-20T08:15:55","date_gmt":"2024-09-20T08:15:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/courses24.co.za\/?page_id=69338"},"modified":"2024-09-20T08:15:55","modified_gmt":"2024-09-20T08:15:55","slug":"hpcsa-registration-number","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/hpcsa-registration-number\/","title":{"rendered":"Hpcsa Registration Number"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-2503708785\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p>The HPCSA registration number is a unique identifier issued to healthcare professionals upon successful registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. This number verifies that you are authorized to practice within your specific field in South Africa and comply with the regulations set forth by the HPCSA.<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to register for HPCSA portal<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hpcsa.co.za\/\">www.hpcsa.co.za<\/a>\u00a0clicking on the \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/hpcsaonline.custhelp.com\/\">Online registration<\/a>\u2019 tab in the navigation bar.<\/li>\n<li>Create an HPCSA account by entering your 13-digit ID number or passport number<\/li>\n<li>Using your ID Number as the Username and Password created in step 2, Login and Renew. This also allows you to edit you\u2019re your personal details \u2013 see\u00a0<em>Notes on Practicing Card<\/em>\u00a0below.<\/li>\n<li>You can now make your annual payment through Credit or Debit Card or Integrated EFT or Bank Deposit<\/li>\n<li>Access the HPCSA Practising Card \u2013 electronically or print out.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use the HPCSA portal<\/h5>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>1. Open the HPCSA website at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.hpcsa.co.za\/\"><strong>www.hpcsa.co.za<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0\u2013 click on\u00a0<strong>Online Renewals<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2020-03-05-at-16.15.35.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3638\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2020-03-05-at-16.15.35-1024x479.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2020-03-05-at-16.15.35-1024x479.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2020-03-05-at-16.15.35-300x140.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2020-03-05-at-16.15.35-768x359.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2020-03-05-at-16.15.35.png 1612w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"479\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>2. Click on\u00a0<strong>Log in or Sign up<\/strong>\u00a0button<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.40.44.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5396\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.40.44-1024x581.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.40.44-1024x581.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.40.44-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.40.44-768x436.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.40.44-1536x871.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.40.44.png 1604w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"581\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>3. Practitioners who are already registered on the HPCSA platform can log in using their existing details. Your Username is your ID or passport numbers.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-06.49.17.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5410\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-06.49.17-1024x639.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-06.49.17-1024x639.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-06.49.17-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-06.49.17-768x479.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-06.49.17-1536x959.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-06.49.17.png 1612w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"639\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>4.\u00a0Please do not create an account as the system has already created accounts for existing (HPCSA registered) practitioners.\u00a0If for some reason the system can\u2019t recognise your ID, please click on\u00a0<strong>Forgot Username or password,<\/strong>\u00a0and scroll down to\u00a0<strong>Recover Your Account<\/strong>.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.51.57.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5397\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.51.57-1024x532.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.51.57-1024x532.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.51.57-300x156.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.51.57-768x399.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.51.57.png 1432w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"532\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>5. If you have forgotten your password, click on the\u00a0<strong>Forgot your username or password<\/strong>\u00a0link.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.56.57.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5398\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.56.57-1024x374.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.56.57-1024x374.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.56.57-300x110.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.56.57-768x280.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.56.57-1536x561.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-15.56.57.png 1610w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"374\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>6. Type your ID or passport number then click on the\u00a0<strong>Reset my Password<\/strong>\u00a0button.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>An email or SMS for password reset will be sent to your registered email address or cell phone number with a link.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the link. The screen pictured below will be displayed which will enable you to change the password. The email subject name will be Support Account Password Assistance.<\/li>\n<li>Please check your email and SMS service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.04.02.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5399\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.04.02-1024x493.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.04.02-1024x493.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.04.02-300x144.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.04.02-768x370.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.04.02-1536x739.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.04.02.png 1600w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"493\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>7. Upon clicking on the link received via email or sms you will be taken to the password assistance page below. Click on the\u00a0<strong>Reset my password<\/strong>\u00a0link.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.08.08.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.08.08-1024x637.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.08.08-1024x637.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.08.08-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.08.08-768x477.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.08.08.png 1512w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"637\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>8. Create your password in the Password field and verify your password in the field below. Click the\u00a0<strong>Submit<\/strong>\u00a0button.<\/p>\n<p>Please ensure your password meets the following requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Length: Must have 6 or more characters<\/li>\n<li>Special characters: Must contain special characters (!@#$%^&amp;*)<\/li>\n<li>Capital letter(s): Must contain at least one capital letter<\/li>\n<li>Number(s): Must contain at least one number<\/li>\n<li>Here is an example of an acceptable password: @Flower123<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.15.23.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5401\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.15.23-1024x581.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.15.23-1024x581.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.15.23-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.15.23-768x436.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.15.23-1536x871.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.15.23.png 1594w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"581\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>9. Once logged in, click on your name, and select\u00a0<strong>Account Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Statement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.17.19.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5402\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.17.19-1024x611.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.17.19-1024x611.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.17.19-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.17.19-768x458.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.17.19.png 1300w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"611\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"Invoice\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5403\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.19.44-1024x431.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.19.44-1024x431.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.19.44-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.19.44-768x323.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.19.44.png 1088w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"431\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>11. Check the open invoices, details of the amount due appear on the screen. To pay invoices click\u00a0<strong>Pay Now<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.23.51.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5404\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.23.51-1024x576.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.23.51-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.23.51-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.23.51-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.23.51.png 1092w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>12. To pay now click the\u00a0<strong>Pay\u00a0<\/strong>button.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-07.03.40.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5412\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-07.03.40-1024x512.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-07.03.40-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-07.03.40-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-07.03.40-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-02-at-07.03.40.png 1176w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>13. Populate payment details and click\u00a0<strong>Next<\/strong>\u00a0to complete the payment. The website URL should be https:\/\/secure.paygate.co.za\/payweb3\/process.trans<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.33.34.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5406\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.33.34-1024x492.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.33.34-1024x492.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.33.34-300x144.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.33.34-768x369.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.33.34-1536x739.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.33.34.png 1564w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"492\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>14. To view your HPCSA status, click\u00a0<strong>Account Overview<\/strong>\u00a0then\u00a0<strong>My registrations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.38.15.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5407\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.38.15.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 786px) 100vw, 786px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.38.15.png 786w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.38.15-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.38.15-768x442.png 768w\" alt=\"\" width=\"786\" height=\"452\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>15. Proof of registrations whose status are ACTIVE can be downloaded by choosing\u00a0<strong>Click Here to Proceed<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.41.08.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-5408\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.41.08-1024x389.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.41.08-1024x389.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.41.08-300x114.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.41.08-768x292.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Screenshot-2023-02-01-at-16.41.08.png 1390w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"389\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>16. Check your practitioner details as displayed on screen. If the details are correct, choose the\u00a0<strong>Card<\/strong>\u00a0option at the bottom of the screen to access your practising card.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Screenshot-2022-03-15-at-15.51.32-1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4828\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Screenshot-2022-03-15-at-15.51.32-1-1024x545.png\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Screenshot-2022-03-15-at-15.51.32-1-1024x545.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Screenshot-2022-03-15-at-15.51.32-1-300x160.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Screenshot-2022-03-15-at-15.51.32-1-768x409.png 768w, https:\/\/www.hpcsa-blogs.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Screenshot-2022-03-15-at-15.51.32-1.png 1514w\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"545\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>17. To download the digital version of your practising card as displayed below, click on the\u00a0<strong>Print Card<\/strong>\u00a0option and choose the PDF option to save your document.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><\/figure>\n<h3>How to Get Your HPCSA Registration Number<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Eligibility Requirements<\/strong>: Make sure you meet the minimum qualifications for your profession as set out by the HPCSA. For example, doctors need to complete a recognized medical degree and internship.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Create an Account on the HPCSA Portal<\/strong>: Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hpcsa.co.za\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">HPCSA Self-Service Portal<\/a> and create an account. Here, you\u2019ll submit your documentation and application for registration.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Submit Documentation<\/strong>: You\u2019ll need certified copies of your qualifications, proof of identity, and sometimes additional documentation like internship certificates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pay the Registration Fee<\/strong>: Once your documents are in order, you will be required to pay the registration fee. Keep in mind that fees vary depending on your profession.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wait for Approval<\/strong>: After your application is submitted and fees are paid, the HPCSA will review your credentials. Once approved, you\u2019ll receive your HPCSA registration number.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Receive Your HPCSA Registration Certificate<\/strong>: Once registered, you will be issued a certificate that includes your unique registration number. This certificate is important for your professional records.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3>How to Verify Your HPCSA Registration Number<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s easy to verify your or any other healthcare practitioner\u2019s registration status. The HPCSA provides an <strong>online search tool<\/strong> on their website, where you can enter the registration number and check the practitioner&#8217;s credentials.<\/p>\n<h3>Need Help with Registration?<\/h3>\n<p>If you&#8217;re struggling with any part of the registration process, the <strong>HPCSA Client Care Centre<\/strong> is available to assist you. 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NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\u2705 Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?<\/h2>\n<p>To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a <strong>South African citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong>, with a household income of <strong>less than R350,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a <strong>valid South African ID<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>enrolled or accepted<\/strong> to study at a <strong>public university or TVET college<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain satisfactory <strong>academic progress<\/strong> (returning students).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Courses Funded by NSFAS<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS primarily funds <strong>undergraduate qualifications<\/strong>, but certain <strong>postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB)<\/strong> may be considered under the <strong>NSFAS loan scheme<\/strong>, not bursaries.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re studying:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate degree or diploma<\/strong>: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Postgraduate study<\/strong>: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc4 Required Documents for NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of income<\/strong> (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consent Form<\/strong> signed by your parent(s)\/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> (for continuing or postgraduate students).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online<\/h2>\n<h3>Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Visit the NSFAS Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Create an Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cMyNSFAS\u201d<\/strong> and register your profile.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a <strong>valid email address<\/strong> and <strong>South African cellphone number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Login and Start the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After registration, log in to your <strong>MyNSFAS<\/strong> account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cApply\u201d<\/strong> to begin a new application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Fill in Your Personal Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Input your <strong>ID number<\/strong>, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.<\/li>\n<li>Provide <strong>household income information<\/strong> and living arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Upload Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload all supporting documents in <strong>PDF or JPEG format<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Review your application for accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit\u201d<\/strong> and wait for a confirmation message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Track Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in regularly to check your application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone number<\/strong> (do not use someone else\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Double-check that all your documents are <strong>certified and legible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>copy of your submission confirmation<\/strong> for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams\u2014without the burden of immediate financial pressure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The HPCSA registration number is a unique identifier issued to healthcare professionals upon successful registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. 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