Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Educational background and academic records
• Program preferences and career interests
• Payment information for course fees
• Government identification documents for verification
• Emergency contact information

Technical Information

We automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website information
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Educational Services: To provide technical and vocational education programs, track academic progress, and issue certificates
• Communication: To send important updates about courses, schedules, and institutional announcements
• Admission Processing: To evaluate applications and determine eligibility for programs
• Financial Management: To process payments, manage fees, and provide financial aid information
• Career Services: To connect students with industry partners and job opportunities
• Research & Development: To improve our programs and develop new technical education initiatives
• Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements and maintain accreditation standards

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Industry Partners: With companies for internship and job placement opportunities
• Accreditation Bodies: With educational authorities for program evaluation and certification
• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist in our operations (payment processing, IT services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Safety & Security: To protect the safety of our students, staff, and community
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Secure servers and databases with access controls
• Regular security audits and updates
• Staff training on data protection protocols
• Incident response procedures for data breaches

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

We maintain strict confidentiality of student academic records in accordance with:

• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) guidelines
• Local education privacy regulations
• Professional accreditation standards
• Industry best practices for technical education

Students have the right to access their academic records and request corrections when necessary.

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Provide personalized content and recommendations
• Improve website functionality and user experience

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information we hold
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another institution
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Complaints: File complaints with relevant authorities

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@technicalinstitute.edu

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide educational services and support
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Maintain academic records for accreditation purposes
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Academic records are typically retained for 7 years after graduation or program completion.

For international students, we may transfer personal information across borders:

• To comply with visa and immigration requirements
• For international accreditation and recognition
• To facilitate global industry partnerships
• For cross-border educational collaborations

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.

Our programs are designed for students aged 16 and above. For students under 18:

• Parental consent is required for enrollment
• Parents have access to academic progress information
• Special privacy protections apply to minor students
• We comply with applicable child privacy laws

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect:

• Changes in our educational programs and services
• Updates to legal and regulatory requirements
• Improvements in data protection practices
• Feedback from students and stakeholders

We will notify you of significant changes through email or website announcements. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of updated policies.

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, contact us:

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

This Privacy Policy complies with:

• Data Protection Act and related regulations
• Educational privacy standards and guidelines
• Industry best practices for technical education
• International data protection frameworks
• Accreditation body requirements

We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy protection while delivering excellent technical and vocational education.