Nominations Now Open: HPCSA Professional Board for Psychology (2025–2030 Term)

The term of office for the current HPCSA Professional Boards ends on 31 October 2025. In alignment with the Health Professions Council of South Africa’s mandate and commitment to inclusive and representative governance, nominations for new board members are now officially open—as per the gazetted notice.

This is a critical opportunity for psychology professionals to shape the future of the profession and ensure the Board reflects the diverse needs and contexts of South African society.

Nominations are specifically open for the Professional Board for Psychology, which comprises:

• Twelve (12) psychologists

• One (1) registered counsellor

• One (1) psychometrist

• One (1) representative from accredited educational institutions, nominated by Universities South Africa (USAf)

• One (1) representative from the Department of Health

Nomination Process and Eligibility Requirements:
Refer to the official gazetted notice for comprehensive details:
Gazette for Nominations (PDF)

Nomination Form (fillable PDF):
Click here to access the form

As we collectively strive to transform South African psychology to be more responsive, equitable, and socially just, your participation in this process is vital. We encourage qualified and committed professionals—who share the values of integrity, inclusivity, excellence, and public accountability—to stand for nomination or nominate others.

Let us continue to build a profession that is reflective of our nation’s diversity, its psychological needs, and our constitutional values.

Notice from the HPCSA: Temporary Hold on Developmental Pathways Programme

The Professional Board for Psychology has announced a temporary hold on the implementation of the Developmental Pathways Programme. This pause will allow for further consultation with key stakeholders, including the National Department of Health, to ensure the programme is responsive to the needs of both practitioners and the broader healthcare system.

Please see the below official communication from the HPCSA dated 1 April 2025 for full details.

HPCSA Important Update on CPD Compliance

We wanted to bring to your attention an important update concerning CPD (Continuing Professional Development) compliance that was addressed by the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa) on 31 March 2025.

The Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) has expressed appreciation to all practitioners who have fulfilled the necessary requirements to ensure CPD compliance.

Practitioners who are currently not compliant still have an opportunity to update their CPD status. The professional boards have granted a three-month extension—from 1 April to 30 June 2025—during which non-compliant practitioners are encouraged to rectify their CPD status.

We urge all PsySSA members to take note of this extension and use the opportunity to meet the compliance requirements.