AACA Film College Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 1st September 2024
At AACA Film College, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal information that you provide to us.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information when you:
- Apply for admission or enrollment
- Register for events or courses
- Contact us via our website, email, or other platforms
- Interact with us on social media
- Visit our campus The types of information we collect include:
- Personal details (name, address, email, phone number)
- Academic records and educational qualifications
- Payment and financial details (for tuition, fees, etc.)
- Identification documents (ID, passport)
- Communication preferences and correspondence
2. How We Use Your Information
The personal information collected may be used for the following purposes:
- To process applications and manage enrollment
- To communicate important academic and administrative information
- To deliver course materials, announcements, and event invitations
- To facilitate payments and financial transactions
- To maintain academic and employment records
- To ensure campus security and verify identity
- To improve our services, website, and student experience
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information with trusted service providers or partners who assist us in operating our institution. This includes:
- Accreditation bodies and education authorities (e.g., CHE, QCTO, MICT SETA)
- Payment processors for financial transactions
- IT service providers for website and data security
- Government agencies or legal authorities when required by law
4. Data Security
We take data security seriously and employ industry-standard measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. This includes encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and review your personal information held by AACA Film College
- Request corrections or updates to inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request the deletion of your personal data where applicable, subject to legal obligations
- Withdraw consent to the processing of your data in certain circumstances
To exercise any of these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at [Insert Contact Email].
6. Retention of Information
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Once your data is no longer needed, it will be securely destroyed or anonymized.
7. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and gather insights into website traffic and usage patterns. You can modify your browser settings to disable cookies, but this may affect the functionality of certain parts of our website.
8. Changes to This Policy
AACA Film College reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with the effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: info@aaca.co.za
- Phone: 010 443 5999
- Address: 284 Oak Avenue, Ferndale, Randburg, Johannesburg
By interacting with AACA Film College, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.