Official CACH Service Application 2025-2026 | Form, Requirements & Dates

We are pleased to inform you about CACH Service Application 2025-2026 | Form, Requirements & Dates

The Central Application Clearing House (CACH) has provided matriculants with a second chance to gain entrance into Post School Institutions, e.g. Universities, TVET Colleges. This invaluable service assists students whose original application may have been unsuccessful but has subsequently improved with their final Grade 12 results.

CACH Service Application Details

The Central Applications Clearing House (CACH) service provides an opportunity to learners who have not yet received a place to study at a post-school higher education institution.

CACH service is FREE and aims to match applicants’ National Senior Certificate exam results (which are received directly from the Department of Basic Education) and study preferences with places that need to be filled.

This service guarantees that applicant data will be made available to all possible institutions in the PSET system.

However, we cannot guarantee that you will be offered a place.

You can access the CACH Services Online Application Portal 24 hours a day from any location with an internet connection using a desktop computer, a laptop, a notebook, a tablet, and even a smartphone.

The applicant will be notified via email and/or SMS once successfully completes the steps of the application process.

The CACH service application for 2023 will open from 27 January 2023 until 31 March 2023.

Learners who have completed Grade 12 from 2000 onwards will be eligible to apply.

Please use Google Chrome, Firefox, or other browsers, to submit your enquiry and or application. Please do not use Internet Explorer as it is not compatible with the online portal.

• CACH Services Application Portal: https://cach.cas.ac.za/auth/login
• Official CACH Service Website:https://cach.cas.ac.za/

The CACH Services Online Application Portal can be accessed via the link above. Please follow the instructions on the portal to complete your registration.

CACH Service Sign-Up 2023 Requirements

Sign-ups to CACH must be online on this website.

When completing a sign-up , you will need the following:

1. A copy of your NSC/SC Certificate or Statement of Results.
2. You are required to enter your ID/Passport Number, Name, Surname and Date of Birth exactly as it appears on your NSC statement of results or your NSC/SC certificate so we can retrieve your final Grade 12 results directly from the Department of Education (DBE).
3. Cellphone Number
4. Email Address

• • For communications at different stages in the sign up process e.g. on receipt of your sign up and to inform you of any offers you may receive.
  • If you do not have a valid email address, you will be a given an option to create a gmail address for communications

Click on the ‘Sign-Up NOW’ link on the left to start the sign-up process.

VIDEO: How to Complete CACH sign-up

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CACH Service Offers

THIS OPTION WILL BE OPEN FROM FRIDAY, 27 JANUARY 2023

CACH Service Contact Details

SMS: SMS name and ID to 31629

E-mail: cachmail@dhet.gov.za

Facebook: https://facebook.com/CACH_SA

Sharecall Number:
0860 690 722

Operating Hours:
08h00 – 16h00

Website: https://cach.cas.ac.za/

Available from Monday to Friday excluding Public Holidays

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South African Special Forces (Recce) Selection 2025-2026

We are pleased to inform you about South African Special Forces (Recce) Selection 2025-2026

The South African Reconnaissance Regiments are one of the lesser-known or understood groups of soldiers in the world today. They have been through many phases and missions under the command of very different governments, especially in the last quarter-century. Today’s ‘Recce’ is often attached to missions of the United Nations for peacekeeping missions in various parts of Africa. The old SADF (South African Defense Force) was primarily a highly specialized unit born in the midst of a growing fire of communist insurgencies across the continent.

Similar to the big Army mindset of the United States that was against any type of Special Forces, South Africa did not see the need for anything beyond the vaunted airborne forces known as the Parabats. A few visionary soldiers saw the need for highly specialized and mobile forces, able to perform deep recon and direct action behind enemy lines. In 1967, Jan Breytenbrach, a highly innovative officer in the Parachute Battalions secured permission to take 12 of his men to Rhodesia and undergo SAS selection in an attempt to bring that training back and multiply it and eventually form up a successful Counterinsurgency (COIN) unit of its own.

Many growing armies in war and peace seek knowledge from other countries who have experience in the areas they want to strategically employ. Breytenbach and all of his men were ground down with intention but passed Rhodesian SAS selection in good shape. This nucleus would be the beginning of a unit that would be permanent and legendary.

The initial training of a special operations soldier is generally referred to as Selection. There are other terms such as Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) but Selection is a word that holds significance. The magnitude of what men go through to make it into a unit is intended as a mutual selection. The instructors get a chance to determine the suitability of a candidate through whatever means they can devise but equally important is the soldier’s chance to select whether he truly wants to follow through and be standing at the end.

Each unit has its own tried and true methods to strip everything away down to raw and bloody will and each soldier must find a way, inside, to not only stay in the game but to find a way to perform up to standards.

The Recces went through their own learning curve to find the best men. In the beginning, a traditional SAS-style course was undertaken. Half of the cruel and unusual punishment came from the landscape and wildlife of Africa itself. The heat, terrain, and ability to endure it would ensure Darwins ‘Survival of the Fittest’ had some say so in the Recces.

Once the unit became official in the mid-1970s the recruiting and training classes commenced, the cadre often found themselves searching far and wide for candidates. With the rigorous process of applying, showing physical fitness, and a suitability interview with a psychiatrist much was invested in prospects before they showed up for Selection.

A series of events in 1975 proved that the ‘head shrinks’ would be an invaluable tool and that the evolution onto a plain of pain and endurance was indeed a large part mental.

One class began with 14 candidates. Only one of them graduated. He was on the course alone for a great part of it. General Fritz Loots, who had become the General for Special Forces command and development with Breytenbach was quite distressed. Missions for the Recces were available and a lack of manpower was holding the entire concept hostage.

The course officer had also reported that a further eight of them had the potential to become operators. Both Loots and Breytenbach decided that until further notice, no one would leave the course without permission. They reasoned that duty with the Recces was chosen and like any other unit, it was their duty to stay on regardless.

Another class of 28 formed up and within a week fourteen men had thrown in the towel. Angered by this, the 14 were ordered back to Selection and several of them continued on to graduation and proved to be useful and capable Recces.

Two psychiatrists were put on duty to be available to help the men on Selection. The idea of seeing a ‘headshrinker’ being for the weak-minded was slowly dispelled and accepted by the majority of the cadre.

Although eventually men would be allowed to drop or ‘throw in the towel,’ the importance of a strong psychological workup before and during Selection greatly improved their success rate. They also improved the entire pre-selection work up to determine the likely success of volunteers. Sports science was coming into its own and was advantaged by doctors to find out if the cardiovascular system was capable of enduring training. Joint flexibility, and wear and tear on knees, hips and lower back were profiled with X-rays and load tests to weed out those who were unable to carry up to 120 pounds on their back.

The old-school method of finding bodies and letting them sink or swim was not proving useful and amounted to a waste of time and money for a fledgling organization. In essence, men who showed up had nothing standing between them and success except the unforeseen injury.

The cadre learned as well. Simple mistreatment and discouraging an individual did not gain positive results. Pushing a man to his limits and instilling desire while holding to rigorous standards gave the best results.

However, these changes did not lessen the difficult nature of the course. Recce Selection proved to be one of the most difficult in the world. As with any mission, the terrain dictates the type of training needed. Operating in the subtropic heat and arid environment proved to be the downfall of many men.

Some people simply could not acclimatize to the heavy workload in the heat. Endless marching through rough terrain with packs, rationed food, and water day after day was simply too much for many men.

Being able to map read and keep yourself and your team on a ruler’s edge to an objective was fundamental. Doing so after a 24-hour march shouldering an 80-pound ruck with blood pouring out of your boots from raw skin and limited food and water became exceedingly difficult.

A man’s temperament was constantly under surveillance, especially at these key times. A cool head in the midst of extreme physical discomfort was paramount. A man who would lose his head with another candidate or God forbid an instructor could lead to a swift ticket home. The Recces needed the type of mentality that could ruck 150 klicks, recon a target, and hoof it back on foot with the enemy in pursuit, being out of food and searching for water.

The wildlife of Africa was a built-in part of the course that could not be avoided and would always be present in combat operations. A notorious exercise to quell the natural fear of predators including the crocodile is presented in Harry McCallion’s book “Killing Zone.” McCallion had served in the British Paras and sought adventure in South Africa. Upon arrival, he was offered a slot to try out for the Recces. He was accustomed to the extreme physical fitness required and endless marching but one exercise nearly caused him to leave straight away.

The class was conducting evolutions near a lake. The men were brought up to see the crocodiles that slithered up and down its banks and into the water. Later into the night after endless log and rifle PT and hard running they ended back up at the lake. They were instructed to dress down to their skivvies and swim across a croc-infested lake. There was a lot of protesting, and especially from McCallion.

Why in the world would he risk his life during Selection? A rope was there to help you get across. Twenty men refused to swim the 100 yards and disqualified themselves. McCallion decided that he had some and pass the course, alive or dead, and went for it. He lived as did the others.

Later a course instructor came to him and told him the reason for the evolution. A similar situation had occurred recently on a hot extraction after contact. Several chanced it and made it but two men refused. A scout happened to have found a narrow place farther upriver. The whole team’s life was in jeopardy due to fear. They didn’t want mindless men. They wanted men who could face their fear in the direst of circumstances, overcome them and continue the mission.

Almost all selection courses have their version of Hell Week. After my personal interviews with two Recces one thing stood out that the South Africans required of the men during the most mentally and physically grueling part of the Selection course to determine if they had the fortitude to become Recces. The intentional lack of food for 5-6 days. Whereas in BUD/S they are fed up to 6000 calories/day, potential Recces had a handful of rice here, a fruit there. In fact, one of the Recces I interviewed said that was the hardest part and probably the thing that messed with their will to finish the most.

When the body is beyond empty and at a physical low, the South Africans believed they could find a man’s deepest desire. Taking one of the most powerful needs that humans have and depriving them of it while continuing the demands of endless marches and PT could reveal the men who could stick around and endure the missions required by these Soldiers.

All of the bushcraft, tracking, counter-tracking, minor tactics, assaulting tactics, and reconnaissance fieldcraft could only be given to the men who were physically, mentally, and morally able to undergo the fear, deprivation, and punishment that is Selection for the Reconnaissance Commandos.

Below you will find a Recce candidate’s notes during the equivalent of Hell Week. It contains many gems and insights. The translation belongs to Willem Ratte, one of the most experienced small unit reconnaissance operators in the world (thank you, Mr. Ratte).

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Official Central Application Clearing House (CACH) Sign-Up Information 2025-2026 | Sign Online

We are pleased to inform you about Central Application Clearing House (CACH) Sign-Up Information 2025-2026| Sign Online

Sign-ups to CACH must be online on this website.

When completing a sign-up, you will need the following:

1. A copy of your NSC/SC Certificate or Statement of Results.
   • You are required to enter your ID/Passport Number, Name, Surname and Date of Birth exactly as it appears on your NSC statement of results or your NSC/SC certificate so we can retrieve your final Grade 12 results directly from the Department of Education (DBE).
2. Cellphone Number
3. Email Address
   • For communications at different stages in the sign up process e.g. on receipt of your sign up and to inform you of any offers you may receive.
   • If you do not have a valid email address, you will be given an option to create a gmail address for communications

Click on the ‘Sign-Up NOW’ link on the left to start the sign-up process.

1. Sign-ups for the 2025-2026 academic year are accepted from 27 January 2025-2026 until 31 March 2025-2026 only from applicants whose National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Senior Certificate (SC) exam results can be successfully downloaded from the Department of Basic Education (DBE).
2. Sign-ups will only be accepted via the CACH website (www.cach.ac.za).
3. The CACH service is FREE.
4. Institutions will start making offers from 03 February 2025-2026. It is in the applicant’s best interest to submit their sign-up as soon as possible.
5. 5. Applicants must ensure that the ID number, name, surname, and date of birth they enter during the sign-up is the same as the one they used when they registered for the final NSC examination and the same as on their NSC Statement of Results/ NSC Certificate or SC Certificate. If it differs, the sign-up cannot be completed as we will not be able to download their NSC/SC examination results from the Department of Basic Education (DBE) database and match them to the sign-up information for institutions.
6. A sign-up is valid only once all the mandatory information has been provided and the applicant’s NSC or SC results have been downloaded from the DBE. Only then will the sign-up details be make available electronically to participating institutions.
7. Applicants must provide the correct email address and cell phone number as these details will be used when CACH and Institutions send communications.
8. Applicants are fully responsible for the information provided during their sign-up and for checking up on the status of their sign-up.
9. Institutions have full and final responsibility for selection and admission decisions, not CACH. Offer messages will be sent to applicants via SMS as soon as we receive confirmation from institutions. The institution may also contact the applicant directly.
10. 10. All offers will have an expiry date and time. Applicants must respond to the offer message before the expiry date to avoid missing out on an opportunity.
11. When an offer is made to an applicant, their sign-up details are temporarily removed from the CACH database until they have responded to the offer, or the offer has expired.
12. An applicant is allowed to ignore and/or decline an offer. Once a total of three offers have been ignored and/or declined, the applicants’s sign-up details will be removed from the CACH database and will therefore not be available to institutions any longer.
13. Institutions have the right to withdraw offers if the conditions of the offer are not met and/or they discover that the applicant provided false information.
14. CACH shall take all reasonable efforts to accurately reflect the information provided by institutions and applicants. However, should there be any errors of whatsoever nature (which are not due to our gross negligence), we shall not be liable for any loss, claim or expense relating to the error.

ER24 Paramedic Course Fees 2025-2026 | Application Process, Requirements & Contact Details

We are pleased to inform you about ER24 Paramedic Course Fees 2025-2026 | Application Process, Requirements & Contact Details

One of the largest private hospitals and emergency services in South Africa is ER24. There has never been a shortage of emergency medical services anywhere in the world, thus there is a constant and pressing demand for experienced, qualified emergency care providers. What are the costs for the ER24 paramedic course? What are the specifications? It’s all in this article, so read on!

Everything you need to know about the ER24 paramedic training costs, prerequisites, contact information, and much more is provided in this post. In the past 25 years, the field has experienced enormous growth. Additionally, providing emergency care must now be viewed as a professional calling rather than a job. Professional ethics, a dedication to lifelong learning, and a focus on patient care are requirements.

Everything about the ER24 paramedic course

The centre is well equipped with highly efficient medical facilities that offer a conducive environment for staff and students. Besides, the centre provides efficient and effective medical services to patients too.

So, why take paramedic studies at ER24? First, the centre usually provides qualified students, thanks to its updated medical facilities. Besides, they have highly experienced medical facilitators, which makes the centre desirable and receives a high number of applicants.

Can I study paramedics at ER24? Yes. But for you to gain successful admission into the college, you have to conform to specific requirements as illustrated below. So how do you become an ER24 paramedic? See the requirements below.

Paramedic course requirements

• Fill out an online application form and attach your Grade 12 certificate, a copy of your certified identification card, and payment proof. Then, submit the duly filled form and the necessary attachments to the admission office.
• Wait for an invitation letter from the institution.
• Confirm where you are going to sit for your examination.
• After the exam, if you score 80% and above, you will qualify for the entry level. Besides, you will be accredited ER24 Paramedic program.
• If you score below 80% but above 50%, you may either be given another chance to retake the exam, or the admission office will advise you accordingly.
• If you score below 50%, you will not get a chance to join the institution.

Paramedic courses fees

How much does the paramedic course cost in South Africa? You can download the ER24 paramedic course fees documents here.

However, the resource centre fees yearly are close to R500. If it is a 6-month paramedic program, you will have to part with R400. The cost for 3 months is close to R240. If you cannot afford to pay the course fees, you can apply for EMT scholarships and grants.

It is also important to note the following:

• The cost of materials is included in the tuition fee.
• The cost of textbooks and uniforms is not included in the tuition fee.
• Value-Added Tax is included.

ER24 courses offered

How long is the paramedic course? The duration ranges from 3 months to two years. However, it can go up to 4 years if you do a Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Care at a University.READ ALSO

There are various levels of emergency caregivers; hence, the training differs at each level of this career. You can start at the basic and advance to the topmost level. You need to qualify for a specific paramedic course at each level.

Major courses

• Nursing and Ancillary Healthcare
• Emergency and Critical Care

Others

• Child Nursing
• Orthopedic Nursing
• Maternity Nursing
• Critical Care Nursing
• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nursing
• Trauma and Emergency Nursing
• Infection Prevention and Control Nursing
• Operating Room Skills
• Anaesthetic and Recovery Room Nursing

Postgraduate courses

• Basic Life Support for healthcare providers
• Basic Ambulance assistant refresher course
• AHA ECG and Pharmacology program
• AHA Airway Management Programme
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Gaining employment in the emergency services

There are two major employers in the emergency services industry. These are the government and private emergency services. In addition, the ER24 offers job opportunities to its top graduates.

It is also important to note that ER24 does not offer commercial training to members of public or corporate institutions.

How much does a paramedic earn in South Africa?

The salary is decent enough to afford a good quality of life. Besides, the career is adventurous because it involves a lot of fieldwork and traveling.

Emergency Care Provider experts earn approximately R100 000 to R250 000 per month. The salaries vary depending on one’s level of experience and whether you are employed in the public or private sector.

Contact details

Manor 4, Cambridge Manor Office Park, CNR, Sandton

Website: www.er24.co.za

Training academies:

1. GAUTENG Cambridge Manor Office Park, Manor 1

LIMPOPO & MPUMALANGA Cnr Stone Haven and Witkoppen Roads

Paulshof, Sandton, South Africa 2056

PO Box 242, Paulshof, Sandton,

South Africa, 2056

Local: 0861 084 124

International: +27 (0) 113196300

training@er24.co.za

www.er24.co.za

2. FREESTATE 268 Pres Paul Kruger Ave,

NORTHERN CAPE: Universitas, Bloemfontein 9301

084 251 6035

3. WESTERN CAPE: Suite 105, Bloemhof Building,

University education

It is vital to note that certain universities offer a four-year Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Care. Graduates of this program are qualified and eligible to practice as Emergency Care Practitioners.

You can advance to the Master of Health Sciences in Emergency Medical Care and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Emergency Medical Care.

Above is everything you would want to know about ER24 paramedic course fees, requirements, application procedures, contacts and much more. ER24 offers quality medical emergency service solutions to best suit your needs. Please register in their careers portal if you meet the minimum requirements mentioned above.