Council for Training, Skills & Development America (CTSDA) Comprehensive Legal & Policy Document

Information We Collect:

• Personal information (such as name, email address, phone number) when you fill forms, subscribe, or contact us.
• Institutional or business data submitted for accreditation or consultation.
• Technical data, such as IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and pages visited, for analytics and site performance purposes.

How We Use Your Information:

• To process accreditation applications and inquiries.
• To respond to your service or support requests.
• To communicate updates, newsletters, and service notifications only if you subscribe or explicitly request our services.
• To improve our website functionality and user experience.

Data Protection:

• We implement industry-standard security measures to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, or loss of your data.
• We use secure servers, encrypted communication, and access controls to ensure data safety.

Sharing of Data:

• We do not share your details with anyone.
• We may disclose your information if required by law or legal process.
• We may share with third-party service providers solely for internal processing (e.g., cloud hosting) under strict confidentiality agreements.

Your Rights:

• Right to access and correct your data.
• Right to request deletion or restrict processing.
• Right to withdraw consent at any time.

Usage of Site and Content:

• You may use this site for lawful purposes only.
• All text, images, documents, and multimedia on this website are owned by CTSDA and are protected by intellectual property laws.
• Unauthorized reproduction, redistribution, or modification of any material is strictly prohibited.

Logo and Institutional Name Use:

• You may only use our logo or institutional name if your organization has been accredited by CTSDA.
• Use of the logo or name is restricted to the period of valid accreditation.
• Misuse or unauthorized use of CTSDA branding will result in legal consequences and potential revocation of accreditation.

Termination of Use:

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our services or website for users who violate these terms.

About CTSDA Accreditation:

• CTSDA evaluates organizations based on globally recognized quality assurance frameworks and institutional performance indicators.
• Our assessments consider faculty standards, curriculum relevance, training delivery, learner outcomes, institutional governance, and continuous improvement mechanisms.
• CTSDA is a recognized leader in third-party accreditation and is trusted by institutions worldwide for its transparent, rigorous, and impartial review processes.

Value of CTSDA Accreditation:

• Achieving CTSDA accreditation affirms your organization's commitment to excellence, accountability, and international best practices.
• It enhances your global visibility, institutional credibility, and student trust.
• Accredited institutions may display our seal and branding (as per the guidelines) and are listed on our public registry.

Accreditation Maintenance:

• Accreditation is valid for a specific period and must be renewed through periodic review.
• Institutions must continue to meet and uphold CTSDA standards throughout the accreditation cycle.

Application Charges:

• We do not charge any fee for the application processing phase.
• Fees only apply after an institution has passed the preliminary eligibility stage and opts to proceed with full accreditation.

No Refund Policy:

• Once payment has been made for the accreditation processing stage, no refunds shall be granted.
• All applicants are strongly advised to thoroughly review all requirements, documents, timelines, and eligibility criteria before submitting payment.
• By making a payment, the applicant confirms understanding and acceptance of the no-refund policy.

Cancellation Policy:

• Institutions may cancel their accreditation application at any time before payment is made without penalty.
• After payment, cancellation does not warrant a refund.