Your Role and Legal Responsibilities
Discover the expectations set by SARS for the company’s Registered Representative, and how to handle tough situations with confidence.
Your First 90 Days
Master the art of making an immediate impact and gaining recognition after your appointment.
Ongoing Compliance
Learn how to effortlessly handle important tasks like returns, updates, notices, and meticulous record-keeping in your daily responsibilities.
About the course
Gain confidence and conquer compliance right from the start! Are you stepping into the role of Public Officer for the first time? This course equips you with the knowledge, tools, and a clear roadmap to meet your legal duties, even if you have no tax background. Whether you're a business owner, accountant, or team admin, here's what you'll learn: - Understanding the responsibilities of a Public Officer - Meeting SARS requirements effectively - Navigating your initial 90 days with ease - Ensuring year-round compliance - Discover how Intersect streamlines and backs your obligations
Your Compliance training DUO
Annie & Clara – here to guide your compliance journey Learning about your role as a Public Officer doesn’t need to be intimidating. That’s where Annie and Clara come in. With real-world insights and a practical approach, they’re here to walk you through every step – from understanding your responsibilities to confidently taking action. Annie, our virtual lead instructor, breaks down the Companies Act in plain English, while Clara jumps in with relatable, real-life examples that bring the concepts to life. Together, they make compliance training feel clear, approachable, and even enjoyable. Whether you’re stepping into the role for the first time, or simply need a refresher, Annie & Clara have your back – and they’ll be with you every step of the way.
Seamless training, right where compliance starts.
No need to jump between platforms or send clumsy links. Intersect lets you assign Public Officer training directly from your compliance dashboard. As soon as a Public Officer is appointed, their learning journey begins — all within the same workflow. Smart, fast and fully integrated. Because compliance shouldn’t require extra admin.
Curriculum
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Welcome
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Welcome to our practical guide for 1st time Public Officers
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Download your PDF Workbook
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Module 1
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Understand the purpose of the Public Officer role and who qualifies to hold it.
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Knowledge Check
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Module 2
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Introducing your duties and the consequences of non-compliance
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Knowledge Check
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Module 3
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Your 1st 90 days in office.
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First 90-day Checklist - PDF Download
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Knowledge Check
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Module 4
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Real-world pitfalls and how to mitigate risk
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Summary
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Congrats on completing the course!
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Certification Quiz
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I appreciated how the short, focused modules make it easy to complete sections between other tasks without losing progress.
R&V Accountants
Liked that it only took 30 min to complete the training Information was clear and not long winded Think that this is topic that too many entrepreneurs and company owners don’t understand – so well done! Good Job TEAM INTERSECT!
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I appreciated how the short, focused modules make it easy to complete sections between other tasks without losing progress.
R&V Accountants
The combination of text and imagery make the testimonial feel more personal and credible.
Working mom
Liked that it only took 30 min to complete the training Information was clear and not long winded Think that this is topic that too many entrepreneurs and company owners don’t understand – so well done! Good Job TEAM INTERSECT!
Austral Accounting
Finally, a handbook that makes photography feel simple! It covers everything from camera settings to post-processing in a way that actually makes sense.
Amateur photographer
Become the Public Officer your business can rely on
Take the first step towards clarity, confidence, and compliance. Enrol today for free and unlock the essential knowledge every appointed Public Officer needs, right inside the Intersect platform.