About Us
Where innovation meets excellence
Who We Are
IT Certification Academy (ITCA) is a registered and accredited private education and training institution, also offering skills and capacity development programmes especially in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Since its establishment in 1999, ITCA has built a distinguished reputation for academic excellence, innovation, and industry relevance. Over the years, the Academy has produced many graduates who have distinguished themselves across various sectors of the economy, with many occupying senior leadership and specialist positions in both the public and private sectors of the South African economy.
ITCA offers a comprehensive portfolio of QCTO and SETA-accredited, SAQA-recognised and National Qualifications Framework (NQF)-registered qualifications, occupational programmes, and skills development initiatives. Complementing these are internationally recognised certification programmes, professional development courses, and a broad range of soft skills and workplace learning interventions tailored to the needs of corporate organisations, government departments, state-owned entities, non-governmental organisations, and individual professionals seeking to advance their careers.
Quality, relevance, and continuous improvement underpin every aspect of ITCA’s academic and training provision. To ensure that its programmes remain responsive to emerging technologies, labour market demands, and national development priorities, the Academy collaborates with globally recognised technology leaders, professional certification bodies, quality assurance agencies, and industry partners. These strategic collaborations include organisations such as Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco, Certiport, Pearson VUE, the South African Council for Educators (SACE), the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO), and the Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT SETA). Through these partnerships, ITCA delivers internationally benchmarked education and training that equips graduates with the knowledge, competencies, and professional certifications required to thrive in an increasingly digital and technology-driven economy.
Beyond academic excellence, ITCA maintains strategic partnerships with government, industry, educational institutions, professional bodies, and community organisations at both national and international levels. These collaborations strengthen curriculum relevance, promote innovation, facilitate work-integrated learning and graduate employability, and ensure that the Academy’s programmes continue to address the evolving needs of industry, society, and the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Through this collaborative approach, ITCA remains committed to developing competent, ethical, and future-ready professionals who contribute meaningfully to economic growth, social development, and technological advancement.
Corporate Training and Skills Development
IT Certification Academy (ITCA) partners with corporate organisations, government departments, state-owned entities, and private businesses to deliver customised skills development and professional training solutions that enhance workforce capability and organisational performance. Our accredited qualifications, skills programmes, short courses, and internationally recognised certifications are tailored to address specific business needs, improve employee productivity, and strengthen digital competencies. By investing in ITCA’s corporate training solutions, organisations benefit from a highly skilled and future-ready workforce, improved operational efficiency, increased innovation, enhanced employee retention, and compliance with national skills development priorities, ultimately gaining a sustainable competitive advantage in an evolving digital economy.
The New “Partnerships and Events"
IT Certification Academy (ITCA) maintains strategic partnerships with industry leaders, professional bodies, educational institutions, government entities, and community organisations to enhance the quality, relevance, and impact of its education and training programmes. These collaborations aim to align our curriculum with current industry demands, promote innovation, expand learning opportunities, and strengthen graduate employability. Through these partnerships, ITCA provides students and corporate clients with access to internationally recognised certifications, industry expertise, work-integrated learning opportunities, cutting-edge technologies, and collaborative research and development initiatives, ensuring graduates are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.
Governance: Executive Management and MANCO, Senate membership
IT Certification Academy (ITCA) is governed through a robust and transparent governance framework designed to ensure effective leadership, strategic oversight, academic excellence, and institutional accountability.
The governance structure comprises the Executive Management, responsible for the institution’s strategic direction and executive leadership; the Management Committee (MANCO), which oversees operational planning, implementation, and institutional performance; and the Senate, the highest academic authority responsible for academic governance, quality assurance, programme approval, research, and the maintenance of academic standards. Together, these governance structures uphold good corporate governance principles, regulatory compliance, and continuous institutional improvement in support of ITCA’s mission and strategic objectives.
Management Commitee (MANCO)
Tshepo Magabane
Chief Executive Officer (Durban and Pietermaritzburg Campuses)
Andre Gouverneur
Campus Manager (Pietermaritzburg Campus)
Devan Pillay
(Campus & National Sales Manager: Durban North Campus)
Nonhlanhla Mkhwanazi
(National Manager: Corporate Sales)
Stephanie Kruger
( General Executive Manager )
Yolande Botha
(National Manager: Student Relations)
Mr. Lulekwa Dlamini
Campus Manager (BBR Campus)
ITCA Senate & Advisory Council
Prof Marvin Kambuwa
Principal, Senior Facilitator & Quality Assurance Manager:
Regenesys School of Public Science
Mr. Nnete Mogane
Councilor & Community Leader
Prof H Rakhudu
Retired N West University Professor: Senior Consultant: Health
Sciences & HE Regulations
Ms. S Monareng
Former SETA Manager & Founder: Letsatsi Evolve
Prof D R Phetlhu
Dean of the Faculty: Health Sciences at the University of the Free State.
Mr. TM Dibakoane
Senior Independent Consultant
Dr KSN Khomola
Director: Dept of Education Mpumalanga Bohlabela District
Ms. Allesha Govender
Founder: Azar Consultancy
Mr. William Maphutha
Senior political and civil society activist
Dr Taurai Hungwe
Senior Lecturer: Computer Science and Information Technology:
Sefako Makgato University
Mr. Tshepo Mokoena
The Chairperson
In2IT Pty Ltd
Dr. Pule Herman Mokubyane
Senior Administrator:
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
Mr. Derrick Zitha
Head: Quality and Academic Planning
University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
Dr Angie Magabane
Director: Internationalization & Partnerships. University of South
Africa (UNISA)
Mr. Tshepo Magabane
ITCA Chief Executive Officer: Ex Officio Member
Mr. Devan Pillay
ITCA General Manager: Sales & Marketing: Ex Officio Member
Ms. Stephanie Kruger
ITCA Executive Manager: Ex Officio Member
Mr. Andre Gouverneur
ITCA Campus Manager: Ex Officio Member
Mr. Thabo Magabane
Senior Staff: Limpopo Government & Community Leader
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