Protecting Your Privacy at Black Hills Beauty College
At Black Hills Beauty College, safeguarding your personal information is of utmost importance to us. We understand the significance of maintaining the privacy of the information you entrust to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your “Personal Information” while ensuring compliance with applicable privacy laws.
Our Commitment to Transparency
We are dedicated to maintaining transparency with our valued customers and the public. This Privacy Policy serves to provide you with a clear understanding of how we gather and manage your information. Please take the time to review this policy periodically as it may be updated to reflect any changes in our practices.
Scope of Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to all “Personal Information” collected by Black Hills Beauty College. “Personal Information” is defined as information or opinions about an identified individual or an individual who can be reasonably identified, regardless of its truth or material form. This includes sensitive information, such as ethnicity or racial origin, gender orientation, philosophical beliefs, criminal records, and health information that falls under the definition of personal information.
Information Collection
We may collect and retain various personal information to provide you with our services and fulfill regulatory requirements:
- Name, Gender, Phone Number, Email Address, Date of Birth, Residential Address, Level of Education.
- Financial Information: For payment eligibility.
- Preferences in Products and Services: For regulatory purposes.
- Current Occupation and Employment History: For consultation and verification.
- Website Interactions, Email Correspondence, SMS or Web Chat Transcripts.
Please note that not providing certain personal information may affect our ability to assist you fully.
Purposes of Information Collection and Storage
We collect and store your information to provide our services, comply with regulations, and enhance your experience:
- Providing Information and Enquiries
- Registering for Courses and Processing Payment Plans
- Data Analytics and Usage Tracking
- Direct Marketing via Email & SMS
- Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Student Eligibility and Affordability
Information Collection Methods
We typically collect information directly from you, such as via phone, our website, and email. We may also use cookies on our website for improved user experiences and aggregate, non-personal information for analysis.
Sharing of Information
We do not disclose your information to third parties without your explicit consent, except in cases of study agreements, payment providers, and relevant educational institutes. Your information may be accessible to our employees and contractors for service provision and may be shared with our subsidiary companies as needed.
Updating and Obtaining Your Information
You can update your information by contacting us through various channels. You can also request details about your personal information held in our database.
Data Storage and Security
We store your information as necessary for our business practices and in compliance with Canadian laws. We maintain data security measures to prevent unauthorized access, and our employees are bound by confidentiality obligations.
Privacy Concerns and Contact Information
Should you have any privacy concerns, problems, or questions, please contact us through email or postal mail. We take such concerns seriously and will address them promptly.
Thank you for trusting Black Hills Beauty College with your personal information. We are committed to maintaining your privacy and ensuring a secure and transparent experience with us.
