Expert Witness Certificate - South Africa

This 12-week blended learning programme is designed to give you a sound knowledge of the law and best practice.

RICS Accredited Expert Witness status is recognised in the market as an important benchmark of quality, which assists accredited expert witnesses in attracting private appointments by solicitors, clients and professional representative firms.

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The RICS Expert Witness Certificate:

• is founded on the RICS Professional Guidance
• is practically orientated and focuses on the core competencies needed by expert witnesses
• is delivered by leading surveyors and lawyers
• is adapted specifically for the region

The course works systematically through the published RICS Professional Guidance and related learning materials through webinars led by experienced surveyors, lawyers and expert witnesses. You will be guided by a mentor who will help you acquire the competencies you need. This course also includes two intense practical workshops where you will work with leading industry experts and a barrister to finesse your skills.

• Watch the course live
• Study from a place that suits you
• Interact with your trainer
• Ask your trainer as many questions as you like through our online platform
• Revisit your course through an online recording, available after the session
• Participants forum
• Share your thoughts and experience with your peers
• Get your formal CPD

• Managing clearly the expectations of those who appoint you
• Assembling accurately the materials you need to function
• Constructing a comprehensive expert report
• Productively having discussions between experts
• Delivering effective expert evidence in court

This course is suitable for all professionals working within the built environment from surveyors to engineers who want to gain the theoretical knowledge and practical competencies required to act as an expert witness.