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Introduction

Registration with the South African Council for the Property Valuers Profession (SACPVP) is a statutory requirement for individuals who wish to practise property valuation in South Africa. SACPVP regulates the profession in the public interest, ensuring that all registered valuers meet the required education, experience, ethical, and professional standards.

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Different categories of registration ITO of Section 19 of the PVP Act

  • Professional Valuer
  • Professional Associated Valuer
  • Candidate Valuer
  • Candidate Single Residential Property Assessor
  • Single Residential Property Assessor
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Candidate Valuer

What is a Candidate Valuer?

A Candidate Valuer is a person who is in the process of qualifying as a property valuer. This category allows provisional practice under supervision.

Registration Steps

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Check Eligibility

  • Be enrolled in or have completed a recognised valuation qualification.
  • Provide proof of academic progression or qualification.
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Prepare Required Documents

  • Certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts.
  • ID or passport copy (and valid work permit for non-SA citizens).
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Supervisor/Mentor Confirmation

  • If applicable, include a signed supervisor letter confirming willingness to mentor during training.
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Submit Application

  • Submit the candidate registration form along with documentation via the online portal.
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Receive Certificate

  • Initial candidate registration certificates are typically valid for five years.

Registration requirements

  • Completed application form with the stamp of the Commissioner of Oaths on item 9 & 10
  • Certified copy of proof of enrolment for Real Estate Qualification
  • Certified copy of qualification/ transcript
  • Supervisory letter
  • Proof of payment for application (non-refundable) and registration fee
  • Certified copy of the ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Certified copy of matric certificate

Important Notes

  • Candidate valuers must submit an academic progress report annually.
  • If a candidate remains registered beyond five years and has completed relevant studies, a one-year electronic certificate will be issued.
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Professional Valuer & Professional Associated Valuer

What is a Professional / Professional Associated Valuer?

These are fully qualified valuers who have met experience and examination requirements under SACPVP rules.

Professional Valuer

Registration requirements

  • Completed application form with the stamp of the Commissioner of Oaths on item 9 & 10
  • Certified copy of qualification (strictly 4 years degree of accredited Real Estate) together with transcript
  • Supervisory letter confirming that all valuations submitted were performed under his/her mentorship
  • Registration and annual fee should be paid once passed the Pr Val board exam
  • Certified copy of the ID
  • Practical Workschool Certificate
  • Submission of Valuation report with completed item 11.1 experience matric
  • Curriculum Vitae must be submitted

Candidate Valuers with 4 years accredited qualification registered with the Council for 2 years or more could qualify to write the Pr Val Exam if their score is sufficient.

Professional Associated Valuer

Registration requirements

  • Completed application form with the stamp of the Commissioner of Oaths on item 9 & 10
  • Certified copy of accredited Real Estate qualification / transcript
  • Supervisory letter confirming that all valuations submitted were performed under his/her mentorship
  • Registration and annual fee should be paid once passed the Pr AVal board exam
  • Certified copy of the ID
  • Certified copy of matric certificate
  • Practical Workschool Certificate
  • Submission of Valuation report that corresponds item 11.1 experience matrix
  • Curriculum vitae (CV) must be submitted

Registration of a Pr AVal with restrictions.

Registration Steps

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Ensure Candidate Status

  • Must already be a registered Candidate Valuer and meet practical experience requirements.
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Complete Required Experience

  • Accumulate supervised valuation experience with documented proofs.
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Sit Admission Examination

  • After meeting experience requirements, apply to write the appropriate admission exam.
  • Prepare and submit the Experience Matrix detailing all valuation tasks performed.
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Application Submission

  • Submit full application, including Experience Matrix and supporting documentation.
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CPD Compliance

  • A Professional Valuer or Professional Associated Valuer must be CPD compliant.
  • CPD compliance awards a five-year certificate with both electronic and paper certificates bearing the gold crest.
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Single Residential Property Assessor

Candidate Single Residential Property AssessorCSRPASingle Residential Property AssessorSRPA

DIPLOMA IN REAL ESTATE – CPUT

The subjects for First Year are:

  • Business Computer Applications (Formerly known as Principles of Information Systems)
  • Communication
  • Construction Technology (Formerly known as Property Practice 1)
  • Property Economics & Finance 1
  • Property Valuation 1

The subjects for Second Year are:

  • Property Law
  • Property Economics & Finance 2
  • Property Marketing
  • Property Valuation 2
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Accredited qualifications

University of Pretoria

  • MSc Real Estate, or
  • BSc (Hons) Property Studies together with BSc Real Estate

Full Accreditation by SACPVP

University of Free State

  • Master of Land and Property Development Management M.L.P.M. (M Prop)

Conditional Accreditation by SACPVP

University of Johannesburg

  • B Com Hons (Property Valuation & Management)
  • B Com Finance
  • Advanced Diploma in Property Valuation & Management; or
  • Bridging Course in Property Valuation & Management (Refer to the University)

Full Accreditation

University of Cape Town

  • BSc together with BSc (Hons) Property Studies (4 year degree),
  • Post Graduate Diploma Property Studies, or
  • MSc Property Studies

Full Accreditation by SACPVP

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

  • National Diploma Real Estate (Property Valuation) – enrolment until 2017 – Full Accreditation
  • Diploma Real Estate from 2018 Academic year offered as both contact and distance learning
  • (SACPVP Accreditation visit pending until 2021)

University of the Witwatersrand (Wits University)

  • BSc Property Studies (4 year degree)
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Property Development and Management
  • MSc in Property Development and Management

Full Accreditation by SACPVP

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Required Documents

Include these items with your application:

  • Completed registration application form
  • Certified copy of ID/passport
  • Proof of payment of the application fee
  • Academic certificates and transcripts
  • CV (curriculum vitae)
  • Supervisor's letter (if applicable)
  • Experience Matrix – Summary of your valuation experience (template to download)
  • Any additional documents as specified in the application form
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Application Form

Applicants for all registration categories must complete the official SACPVP Registration Form and upload or submit it with supporting documents. The application requires specific details such as personal particulars, educational qualifications, experience summary and supporting certificates.

Downloadable Resources

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Certificate & Continued Professional Development (CPD)

  • Candidate Valuers typically receive a five-year registration certificate.
  • Professional and Professional Associated Valuers who are CPD compliant receive a five-year certificate with dual electronic and paper formats.
  • All professionals must accrue 50 CPD hours every five years to maintain compliance.
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Renewal & Conditions

  • Registration certificates must be renewed annually where required.
  • Candidate Valuers must provide yearly progress reports and updated documentation as needed.
  • Professionals must show ongoing CPD compliance and meet any conditions specified under SACPVP rules.
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