Student Support and Development
Welcome to SACAP’s Student Support and Development (SSD). The aim of SSD is to foster the holistic growth and well-being of all SACAP students.
Academic success is closely tied to personal and professional development, which is why SSD serves as a comprehensive support system that goes beyond traditional learning to offer resources, guidance and services to help students successfully navigate their academic journey.
So if you need help with academic challenges, personal development, career guidance, or general well-being, SSD is here to empower you every step of the way. We have a range of tailored services that will enrich your student experience, nurture your potential, and contribute to your success at SACAP.
Senzo Vilakazi: Alumni and Career Centre Manager
Alumni and Career Centre
Direction and Purpose
Direction:
Fostering a robust networking ecosystem for both current students and alumni, amplifying their global influence and contributing to positive change.
Purpose:
Empowering SACAP’s alumni and current students to take the lead in effecting meaningful global transformations.
Services Offered
- Personalised career development
- Job search and application support
- Professional growth and networking
- Holistic skill enhancement
- Alumni mentorship and guidance
- Access to opportunities
- Exposure to career events
- Resourceful professional development
- Effective resume/CV building
- Interview excellence
Thabo Moshatane: Student Life and Leadership Manager
Student Life and Leadership Centre
Direction and Purpose
Direction:
To be a transformative hub of student empowerment where every student’s potential and leadership is nurtured.
Purpose:
To cultivate a vibrant college experience by providing comprehensive support, enriching programmes and collaborative opportunities that empower students to develop as resilient leaders, who embrace diversity and thrive academically, personally, and professionally.
Services Offered
- Student Representative Council (SRC)
- Fresher Buddy
- Sports activities
- Student funding-bursary & scholarships
- Leadership and personal development
- Student social life campus events
- Community engagement programme
- Semester Abroad Program
- Leadership and Personal Development Workshops
Dr. Adriaan Jordaan: Academic Support Centre Manager
Academic Support Centre
Direction and Purpose
Direction:
To provide a comprehensive and integrated range of academic support services to students across all SACAP Faculties and Programmes. The Centre aims to develop and enhance students’ academic writing, referencing and critical thinking skills to maximise their opportunities for academic success. Academic integrity and the promotion of ethical academic behaviour, responsible scholarship and integrity in academic pursuits comprise the core of the Centre’s function.
Purpose:
To help SACAP students develop academic skills under the guidance of supportive, well-equipped Academic Mentors and Academic Support Advisors. The Centre staff members partner with students to provide personalised support plans and various small–group and large-scale interventions to build a strong academic community in which students have the freedom to explore and express their academic ability and creativity, regardless of identity, personality, and difference in life circumstances. This includes the promotion of equitable access and opportunities to students with disabilities and learning differences as well as non-traditional students. The Centre champions students’ accountability for learning and aims to help develop the next generation of thought leaders by equipping them with the academic skills, and subsequent habits required to help them flourish in higher education. The centre also links students to academic support and guidance services to help solidify their academic values and develop and maintain strong academic ethical standards.
Services Offered
- Group & individual academic support consultations
- Navigating changes in the academic landscape
- Tracking, monitoring & supporting at-risk students
- Academic performance review case management
- Academic integrity and plagiarism
- Oversight of the academic disciplinary processes
- Assessment appeals applications
- Small and large-scale academic support interventions
- Peer assisting learning (PAL)
Janine Lawrence: Student Wellness Centre Manager
Student Wellness Centre
Direction and Purpose
Direction:
To foster a culture of well-being and academic success by providing comprehensive and holistic support to the college community. We are committed to empowering students to lead healthy and balanced lives, promoting mental and physical well-being, and offering resources that enrich personal growth and resilience.
Purpose:
To create an inclusive and thriving college community where every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We envision a campus where students are equipped with the knowledge, tools and support they need to navigate challenges, make informed decisions and maintain their well-being. Through collaboration, compassion and innovation, we aspire to be a model for holistic student wellness, making a positive impact on the lives of our students today and empowering them to become healthy and resilient leaders of tomorrow.
Services Offered
- Coaching Support
- Disability Support
- Counselling Support: Individual counselling sessions, support groups and psychoeducation group / workshops
