Information Technology Practitioner: Specialisation in Compliance (NQF Level 5)

Information Technology Practitioner: Specialization in Compliance (NQF Level 5)

“ITP(SA) – Specialising in IT Compliance for the Digital Era.”

The Information Technology Practitioner: Compliance designation was developed to address a critical skills gap at the intersection of compliance, IT governance, and emerging technologies.

Traditional compliance qualifications often focus only on laws, regulations, and risk management, while IT certifications emphasise technical systems without the governance and ethical context. This leaves a gap in capability: organisations need professionals who can bridge both worlds — ensuring that compliance obligations are embedded into IT systems, data governance, and digital processes.

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Program Details:

Who is it for?

This pathway is ideal for:
Graduates in IT, Compliance, Law, or Risk seeking a professional designation.
Professionals who have completed the Certified Digital Practitioner (CDP) program and want to specialise further.
Compliance, IT, and risk practitioners aiming to bridge technology and regulation at an advanced level.

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Core Modules

This pathway blends compliance standards with IT governance frameworks, ensuring participants gain both regulatory and technical fluency:

  • Compliance Frameworks (ISO 37301)
  • AML/CTF & Financial Crime Compliance Integration
  • Regulatory Frameworks
  • IT Governance & Controls
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • COBIT (Control Objectives for Information & Related Technologies)
  • ISO 27001 (Information Security Management Systems)

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Why Choose This Designation?

With the ITP(SA): IT Compliance Pathway, you’ll be positioned for advanced roles such as:

  • Compliance & IT Risk Specialist
  • IT Governance Officer
  • IT Audit & Compliance Analyst
  • Technology Risk Manager
  •  Information Security Compliance Officer
  • GRC Consultant / Advisor

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What you’ll gain

✅ Recognition as an IT Professional (SA) [ITP(SA)] with a compliance specialisation.
✅ Advanced skills in IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks.
✅ Knowledge of global standards (ISO, COBIT, NIST, ITIL) aligned with compliance obligations.
✅ Practical exposure to IT audits, control testing, and digital risk management.
✅ Membership with the Institute of Chartered IT Professionals (ICITP) and access to professional networks.

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