The Society of Sedation Practitioners of South Africa is the nation's exclusive provider of HPCSA-accredited sedation training, advancing patient safety across all healthcare disciplines.
Our Mission
As a closed society, we maintain the highest standards of patient safety while advancing sedation practices across all healthcare disciplines. Through comprehensive education programmes, conferences, and continuous professional development, we equip practitioners with the essential skills for safe, effective sedation — directly improving patient outcomes nationwide.
Our Constitution
SOSPOSA operates under a democratic constitution ensuring transparency and member representation. Our Executive Committee, elected biennially, oversees strategic direction. With membership categories spanning students to specialists, we remain committed to inclusive excellence in sedation education and patient safety.
Democratic Governance
Biennially elected Executive Committee
Inclusive Membership
Students to specialists welcome
Professional Collaboration
Aligned with SASA & Pain SA
Full Transparency
Open governance, member-driven
SOSPOSA collaborates with the South African Society of Anaesthesiologists (SASA) and Pain SA to align best practices and advance patient safety standards across South Africa.
SOSPOSA Founded
The South African Society of Sedation Practitioners is established to promote safe sedation practice across all healthcare disciplines.
First National Conference
Inaugural SOSPOSA conference brings together sedation practitioners from across South Africa for the first time.
HPCSA Accredited Training
SOSPOSA becomes the nation's exclusive provider of HPCSA-accredited sedation training programmes.
Adult Sedation Guidelines Published
First comprehensive South African guidelines for adult procedural sedation, developed by SOSPOSA's clinical leadership.
Paediatric Sedation Guidelines
Dedicated guidelines for paediatric sedation published, establishing age-specific protocols for safe sedation in children.
Online CPD Courses Launched
Six Stelmed-accredited, self-paced online courses now available — Adult Sedation, Paediatric, Airway Management, Ethics, Verified Practice, and the 8-gate Self-Appraisal. Up to 77 CPD points.
Airway Management Guidelines
Version 3.8 of the SOSPOSA Airway Guidelines published — covering assessment, equipment, techniques, and emergency protocols for sedation practitioners.
New Membership Tiers
Four-tier membership model introduced — Academy, Associate, Appraised, and International. Every practitioner now has a clear pathway regardless of their starting point.
SOSPOSA Shield Insurance
Professional indemnity insurance launched in partnership with Alphabelle Insurance Brokers. Every SA member benefits from day one — with discounts of up to 5%, 10%, and 30% depending on tier.
New Adult Sedation Guidelines
Updated Adult Sedation Guidelines for 2026–2030 currently in development. Incorporating the latest evidence, updated pharmacology, and revised monitoring standards.
Cardiac Guidelines
SOSPOSA Cardiac Guidelines for sedation practitioners in development. Covering pre-sedation cardiac assessment, risk stratification, and management of cardiac events during procedural sedation.
PMB for Sedation
SOSPOSA is negotiating Preferred Provider agreements with major medical schemes for out-of-hospital sedation. Minimum R1,500 per 30-minute session. Members will benefit first.
Short-Term Insurance Discounts
Preferential rates on short-term insurance products negotiated exclusively for SOSPOSA members. Details to follow.
SOSPOSA Member Shop
Online procurement portal with 93 verified sedation products across 7 categories from 11 South African suppliers. Discounted member pricing.