If you are a nurse or a midwife in South Africa, you probably know that you need to register with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) to practice your profession legally and ethically. SANC is the regulatory body that sets and maintains the standards of nursing and midwifery education and practice in the country. According to the latest statistics, there are over 300,000 registered practitioners in South Africa, who enjoy the benefits of recognition, protection, and professional development.
But how do you know if your registration with SANC is valid and up to date? How can you check your registration status and avoid any penalties or complications? This blog post will guide you on how to check my SANC registration status using the eRegister system, which is a convenient and reliable online tool that you can access anytime and anywhere.
What is the eRegister System?
The eRegister system is an online service that allows you to verify your registration status with SANC. It is a copy of the official register of nurses and midwives that is maintained by SANC and is updated from time to time. The eRegister system is available on the SANC website at http://www.sanc.co.za/eRegister.aspx. Here is a screenshot of the homepage:
The eRegister system is free of charge and easy to use. However, there are some conditions of use that you need to agree to before you can access the system. These include:
You must use the eRegister system for lawful purposes only and not for any fraudulent or malicious activities.
You must respect the privacy and confidentiality of the information displayed on the eRegister system and not disclose it to any unauthorized parties.
You must acknowledge that the eRegister system is a copy of the official register and that it may not reflect the most recent changes or updates.
You must contact SANC directly if you have any queries or complaints regarding your registration status or the information displayed on the eRegister system.
How to Check My SANC Registration Status
How to Check My Registration Status Using the eRegister System?
To check your registration status using the eRegister system, you need to follow these simple steps:
Go to the eRegister website at http://www.sanc.co.za/eRegister.aspx and click on the “I Agree” button to accept the conditions of use.
Enter your SANC number or your SA identity number in the appropriate field and click on the “Search” button. For example, if your SANC number is 12345678, you should enter it as follows:
Register search by SANC number
If your search is successful, you will see a results page that displays your personal details, your registration status, and your qualifications. For example, here is a sample results page:
Register results page
To interpret the results page, you need to pay attention to the following information:
Your personal details, such as your name, surname, date of birth, and gender, should match your identity document and your SANC certificate. If there are any discrepancies, you should contact SANC to rectify them as soon as possible.
Your registration status, which indicates whether you are registered, lapsed, or removed from the register. If your registration status is registered, it means that you are currently registered with SANC and that you have paid your annual fees. If your registration status is lapsed, it means that you have not paid your annual fees for the current year and that you need to renew your registration as soon as possible. If your registration status is removed, it means that you have been removed from the register for various reasons, such as disciplinary action, voluntary withdrawal, or death. In this case, you need to contact SANC to find out the reason and the procedure for reinstatement.
Your qualifications, which show the nursing and midwifery qualifications that you have obtained and that are recognized by SANC. You should check that your qualifications are correctly recorded and that they correspond to your scope of practice. If there are any errors or omissions, you should contact SANC to correct them as soon as possible.
Tips and Troubleshooting on How to Check My SANC Registration Status
Sometimes, you may encounter some problems or errors while using the eRegister system. Here are some tips and troubleshooting advice to help you resolve them:
Check the date of the last update, which is displayed at the bottom of the results page. If the date is not recent, it means that the eRegister system may not reflect the latest changes or updates to your registration status or your qualifications. In this case, you should contact SANC to confirm your information and to request an update.
Enable JavaScript and cookies on your browser, as they are required for the eRegister system to function properly. If you are not sure how to do this, you can refer to the instructions on the eRegister website or consult your browser’s help menu.
Contact the SANC help desk if you have any technical issues or difficulties while using the eRegister system. The help desk is available from Monday to Friday, from 08:00 to 16:00, and can be reached at 012 420 1000 or eregister@sanc.co.za.
Contact the SANC registrar if you have any queries or complaints regarding your registration status or the information displayed on the eRegister system. The registrar is the official custodian of the register of nurses and midwives and can be reached at registrar@sanc.co.za.
Conclusion
Checking your SANC registration status is an important and easy task that you can do online using the eRegister system. By doing so, you can ensure that you are practicing your profession legally and ethically, and that you are benefiting from the recognition, protection, and professional development that SANC provides.
We hope that this blog post has helped you understand how to check my SANC registration status using the eRegister system. If you have any feedback or questions, please feel free to leave a comment below or send us an email.
Thank you for reading and stay tuned for more blog posts on nursing and midwifery topics.
