ITCP (SA) is the entry-level designation of ICITP, designed to create specialized practitioners in Information Technology whom are practically component and have business skills. The ITCP™ designation is focused on practical competency and business skills. The ITCP™ syllabus covers core business skills such as information management, entrepreneurship, financial management, etc.

When you become a member, you become part of the dynamic change that is transforming, enriching your knowledge, shaping the world of Media, Information and Communication Technology.

The main objective of the critical skills work visa is to assist the South African government to realize the achievement of the National Infrastructure Project, the Strategic Infrastructure Projects and Key National Strategic Projects in support of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Students who passed CAT/IT at matric who have successfully applied for the CCEUP (SA) certification and has received a letter of invitation from the Institute of Chartered IT Professionals are invited to the Induction into the Profession Ceremony at the University of Johannesburg, Doornfontein Campus. Date and Venue will be given during the certification process.

The ICT industry faces a critical shortfall of entrepreneurial and business skills and it does not have enough jobs for all of its experienced professionals. There is lack of people with entrepreneurial and strong management skills and experience in the ICT industry. The ICITP qualifications are designed to solve these problems.

To ensure the advancement of the NQF by promoting public interest and trust in the Information Technology Profession by encouraging ongoing professional development; developing and maintaining the standards for the practice of Information Technology and by facilitating access to its designations in recognition of deserving Information Technology practitioners in South Africa.