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Professional Development

Professional Development (PD)

Unit Description

This unit focuses on enhancing teacher qualifications to ensure that all teachers within the Western Cape Education Department are well-suited to teach within specific phases, grades, or subjects.
It also provides teachers with valuable information about the South African Council for Educators (SACE) Continuing Professional Teacher Development Management System (CPTD MS), including:
  • CPTD MS information
  • A practical guide to uploading Professional Development Points on the system
  • Seminars on Ethics for Teachers
Additionally, the unit coordinates various teacher recognition events, such as the annual National Teaching Awards, to celebrate and appreciate teachers for their contributions.


Courses we offer



Unit Function


  • National Teaching Awards

    The National Teaching Awards (NTAs) celebrate exceptional teaching and high levels of professionalism, providing an opportunity for the education community to recognise and honour the outstanding contributions of teachers. As part of this recognition, the Western Cape Education Department (WCED) proudly hosts the annual provincial awards ceremony, which serves as a precursor to the national NTA event.

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    In-service Bursaries

    This unit manages the applications for bursaries for the AdvDip SLM, which replaces the Advanced Certificate in Education (ACE) School Management and Leadership.
    The following universities collaborate with the WCED to offer this programme:
    • University of Cape Town (UCT)
    • University of Stellenbosch (SUNCEP)

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    SACE CPTD MS

    Continuing Professional Teacher Development (CPTD) MS; Professional Development Point Uploading Session will provide you with information and a practical guide to uploading Professional Development Points on the system.

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    Teacher Mentor Course

    Developed by the Provincial Teacher Education and Development Committee (PTEDC), the Mentor Teacher course has been designed to capacitate classroom teachers as expert mentor teachers during student Teaching Practice in schools.

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    Unit Team


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    Gavin De Bruyn

    Chief Education Specialist (Programme Delivery)
    (021) 900-5053
    Gavin.Debruyn@westerncape.gov.za
    ...

    Tamaryn Petersen

    Senior Education Specialist
    (021) 900-5040
    Tamaryn.Petersen@westerncape.gov.za
    ...

    Margo Haupt

    Intermediate and Senior Phase Programme Coordinator
    (021) 900-5058
    Margo.Haupt@westerncape.gov.za
    ...

    Cleopatra Pienaar

    Admin Clerk (PD)
    (021) 900-5040
    Cleopatra.Pienaar@westerncape.gov.za