ASSET TRAINING ACADEMY – PRIVACY AND POLICIES

1. Our Commitment to Privacy

Asset Training Academy is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our students and corporate clients. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

2. Information We Collect

To provide high-risk work training and facilitate government-regulated licensing, we must collect specific information, including:

  • Personal Identification: Name, date of birth, and contact details.

  • Unique Student Identifier (USI): As required by Commonwealth legislation.

  • Identification Documents: Copies of drivers' licenses or other "100 points" of ID for high-risk work license applications.

  • Employer Details: For corporate and on-site group bookings.

  • Payment Information: For the processing of course fees.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

  • Training & Assessment: To enroll you in courses and verify your competency.

  • Licensing & Regulation: To submit necessary data to Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) and other regulatory bodies.

  • National VET Provider Collection: Reporting to NCVER as required by the National VET Data Policy.

  • Communication: To provide course updates, certification results, and renewal reminders.

4. Disclosure of Personal Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we are legally required to disclose certain data to third parties, including:

  • Government Agencies: Such as the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT) and WHSQ.

  • The USI Registrar: For the verification of your Unique Student Identifier.

  • Your Employer: Only in the case of corporate-sponsored group bookings or on-site training.

5. Data Security

We take significant steps to ensure your data is secure. This includes secure electronic storage, encrypted payment processing, and restricted access to physical records. We retain your records only for as long as required by the National VET Regulator (ASQA) and relevant taxation laws.

6. Access and Correction

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections if the data is inaccurate or out of date.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to make a complaint regarding how your data has been handled, please contact us at: admin@assetta.com.au