Graduate Support
For Engineering Graduates
Your roadmap from graduate to professionally registered engineer. We provide dedicated guidance for graduates with accredited qualifications navigating their path to ECSA registration.
Supported Qualifications
Which Qualification Do You Hold?
ERC supports graduates across all four accredited engineering qualification levels recognised by ECSA.
BEng / BSc (Eng)
Professional Engineer (Pr Eng)
A four-year accredited engineering degree leading to the highest registration category with complex problem-solving scope.
B-Tech / BEngTech
Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng)
An accredited technology degree focusing on broadly-defined engineering technology problems.
National Diploma (ND)
Professional Engineering Technician (Pr Techni Eng)
An accredited National Diploma leading to registration focused on well-defined engineering problems.
Government Certificate of Competency
Professional Certificated Engineer (Pr Cert Eng)
Recognised certificates of competency combined with relevant engineering experience.
The Journey
Your Path to Professional Registration
A clear roadmap from graduation to professional registration.
Graduate
Complete your accredited engineering qualification at a recognised institution.
Gain Experience
Accumulate relevant post-qualification engineering experience under supervision.
Document Competencies
Compile your training and experience report against the eleven ECSA competency standards.
Submit Application
Prepare and submit your complete ECSA registration application with all supporting documents.
Professional Interview
Attend the ECSA professional interview to demonstrate your competence to the assessment panel.
Registration
Receive your professional registration and join the ranks of South Africa's registered engineers.
How We Help
Dedicated Graduate Support from ERC
We provide comprehensive, hands-on support at every stage of your registration journey.
Competency Mapping
We help you identify and map your engineering experience against the eleven ECSA competency standards.
Portfolio Review
Expert review and feedback on your training and experience report to ensure completeness and quality.
Application Guidance
Step-by-step guidance through the ECSA application process, ensuring nothing is missed.
Interview Preparation
Mock interviews and coaching to help you present your competencies confidently and clearly.
Documentation Support
Assistance with compiling referee reports, academic records, and all supporting documentation.
Ongoing Mentorship
Continued support and guidance until you achieve your professional registration.
Take the First Step in Your Professional Journey
Submit your qualification details and let ERC guide you toward successful ECSA registration.