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THE PATHWAY MEMBERS PROGRAM
Full IOPSA membership — in as little as one year.
Not yet able to meet full membership requirements?
The Pathway gets you there with e-learning, mentorship and hands-on support.
Small businesses & startupsMinimum Entry Requirements
To join the IOPSA Pathway Members Program, your business must meet the following minimum requirements.
Valid Company Registration Documents
Your business must have valid and current company registration documents.
Qualified / Licensed Plumber
A qualified or licensed plumber must be employed by the business.
Not quite ready for full IOPSA membership?
The Pathway Members Program gives small businesses and startups a structured route towards full IOPSA membership.
Through e-learning, mentorship and hands-on support, you can work through the requirements and build towards becoming a full IOPSA member.
The goal is simple.
Complete the checklist and progress to full IOPSA membership.
The programme can be completed in as little as one year, with up to three years available to complete the pathway.
Three steps to full membership
Work through compliance, participation and support — then graduate to full IOPSA membership.
COMPLIANCE
Put the required business and insurance foundations in place.
PARTICIPATION
Complete learning, mentoring and community outreach.
SUPPORT & GRADUATION
Use the available support to complete your pathway and progress.
Compliance
Establish the business and professional requirements needed for your pathway.
Participation
Learn, connect with an industry mentor and give back through community outreach.
Support & Graduation
You're not expected to do it alone. The Pathway provides practical tools and support as you work towards full IOPSA membership.
E-learning Platform
Access the e-learning platform and progress dashboard.
One-on-One Industry Mentor
Receive one-on-one support from an industry mentor.
Pathway Directory
Access the Pathway Directory and regional workshops.
Business Support
Access invoicing and compliance templates plus discounted training.
Build. Learn. Complete. Graduate.
Meet the requirements
Work through the compliance checklist and establish the required foundations.
Complete your learning
Work through the e-learning modules, including SANS standards, business ethics and more.
Connect with your mentor
Enrol with an industry mentor and receive one-on-one support along the way.
Complete your outreach
Complete a community project or outreach activity, such as a free plumbing workshop.
Complete the checklist
Work through the Pathway requirements with the support available to you.
FULL IOPSA MEMBERSHIP
Complete the checklist and progress to full IOPSA membership.
Pathway FAQs
What is the Pathway Members Program?
The Pathway Members Program is designed for businesses that are not yet able to meet the full IOPSA membership requirements. It provides e-learning, mentorship and hands-on support to help them progress towards full membership.
What are the minimum entry requirements?
To join the Pathway Members Program, the business must have valid company registration documents and a qualified or licensed plumber in the employ of the business.
How much does Pathway Membership cost?
The Year 1 fee is R2 500.
How quickly can I complete the Pathway?
Full IOPSA membership can be achieved in as little as one year, while members have up to three years to complete the programme.
Who is the programme for?
The Pathway Members Program is intended for small businesses and startups that are not yet able to meet the full membership requirements.
What support is included?
Support includes an e-learning platform and progress dashboard, one-on-one industry mentoring, the Pathway Directory, regional workshops, invoicing and compliance templates, and discounted training.
What happens when I complete the Pathway?
Once the checklist is completed, the pathway leads to full IOPSA membership, including voting rights, premium event access and full Institute benefits.
Ready to start your Pathway?
Take the first step towards meeting the requirements for full IOPSA membership.
EMAIL IOPSA TO GET STARTED
