Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using Emerald Tech Academy's services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using our services.
Description of Services
Emerald Tech Academy provides professional IT training courses, consulting services, and educational resources. Our services include:
- Online and in-person training programs
- Technology consulting and advisory services
- Educational materials and resources
- Career development support
- Certification preparation
User Accounts and Registration
To access certain services, you may be required to create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate, complete, and current information
- Maintain the security of your account credentials
- Promptly update any changes to your information
- Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
- Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use
Course Enrollment and Payment
Enrollment
- Course enrollment is confirmed upon payment receipt
- Some courses may have prerequisites or admission requirements
- We reserve the right to cancel courses due to insufficient enrollment
- Course schedules and content may be subject to change
Payment Terms
- Payment is due at the time of enrollment unless payment plans are available
- All prices are in Euros and include applicable taxes
- Payment plans, if available, are subject to additional terms
- Late payments may result in suspension of access to services
Refund and Cancellation Policy
Student-Initiated Cancellations
- Full refund: Cancellation within 14 days of enrollment and before course start
- 50% refund: Cancellation within first week of course start
- No refund: Cancellation after the first week of course start
- Administrative fee of €50 applies to all cancellations
Academy-Initiated Cancellations
- Full refund if we cancel a course
- Option to transfer to alternative course or future session
- No liability for indirect costs or expenses
Intellectual Property Rights
All content, materials, and intellectual property provided by Emerald Tech Academy remain our exclusive property. You agree that:
- Course materials are for personal, non-commercial use only
- You may not reproduce, distribute, or share materials without permission
- Any work you create during courses remains your property
- We may use anonymized student work for promotional purposes
- Third-party materials are subject to their respective licenses
Student Conduct and Responsibilities
As a student, you agree to:
- Attend classes punctually and participate actively
- Treat instructors and fellow students with respect
- Complete assignments and projects honestly
- Not engage in disruptive or inappropriate behavior
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
- Not use our services for any unlawful purpose
Prohibited Activities
- Harassment, discrimination, or abusive behavior
- Plagiarism or academic dishonesty
- Sharing account credentials or unauthorized access
- Interfering with other students' learning experience
- Using our systems for unauthorized commercial purposes
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Emerald Tech Academy shall not be liable for:
- Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Loss of profits, data, or business opportunities
- Damages arising from use or inability to use our services
- Third-party content or services
- Technical failures or interruptions
Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim.
Disclaimers
Our services are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. We disclaim all warranties, including:
- Merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement of third-party rights
- Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- Specific outcomes or career results
Privacy and Data Protection
Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these terms by reference. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to our services immediately, without prior notice, for:
- Breach of these terms
- Violation of our policies
- Illegal or harmful activities
- Non-payment of fees
- At our sole discretion
Upon termination, your right to use our services ceases immediately.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ireland. Any disputes arising from these terms or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms. We encourage you to review these terms periodically.
Severability
If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining terms will remain in full force and effect.
Contact Information
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