Privacy Policy

Introduction

CPD Online Training is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, and protect information that identifies you or could reasonably be associated with you (“personal data”).

As an online course provider offering CPD-accredited training programmes, we collect and process personal information to provide access to our courses, manage learner accounts, support enquiries, issue course-related communications, and improve our services.

Our processing of personal data is carried out in accordance with applicable UK data protection legislation, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy, “processing” includes collecting, storing, using, transferring, and managing personal information.

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal information:

Information you provide directly to us:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Billing or contact information
  • Course registration details
  • Learning preferences and course-related information
  • Information provided when contacting our support team

Information collected automatically:

When you visit our website, we may collect technical information such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Website usage information
  • Pages visited and interaction data

This information helps us improve website performance and enhance user experience.

How We Collect Your Information

We collect information through:

  • Course enquiries and registration forms
  • Account creation and online course enrolment
  • Communication with our support team
  • Website forms and online interactions
  • Cookies and similar technologies
  • Third-party platforms used to provide our services

We only collect information that is necessary to provide and improve our services.

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect may be used to:

  • Process course registrations and provide access to online learning materials
  • Manage learner accounts and course progress
  • Issue course completion records or certificates
  • Respond to enquiries and provide customer support
  • Improve our courses, website, and learner experience
  • Communicate important updates relating to your courses
  • Send marketing communications where you have provided consent
  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations

Our Lawful Basis for Processing Information

Under data protection laws, we must have a lawful basis for processing your personal information.

Depending on the circumstances, we may process your information based on:

Consent

Where you have provided permission for us to use your information, such as receiving marketing communications.

Contractual necessity

Where processing is required to provide services you have requested, such as course enrolment and learner support.

Legal obligation

Where we are required to process information to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

Legitimate interests

Where processing is necessary for improving our services, managing our operations, and maintaining effective communication.

Course Registration and Learner Information

When you enrol in a CPD Online Training online course, we collect information required to:

  • Create and manage your learner profile
  • Provide course access
  • Monitor course participation
  • Communicate course-related information
  • Maintain records of completed training

Learner information is only used for purposes connected with providing our educational services.

Payment Information

We do not store complete payment card details.

Payments are processed securely through trusted third-party payment providers. Any payment information provided during transactions is handled according to the privacy policies and security practices of the relevant payment provider.

Communication and Support Requests

When you contact CPD Online Training by email, telephone, or through our website, we may collect your contact details and information relating to your enquiry.

This information allows us to:

  • Respond to your requests
  • Maintain records of communication
  • Improve our customer support services

Marketing Communications

Where you have provided consent, we may send information about:

  • New courses
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Updates and educational resources
  • Relevant services offered by us

You may withdraw your consent or unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.

Cookies and Website Tracking

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us understand how visitors use our website and allow us to improve functionality and user experience.

We may use cookies to:

  • Analyse website performance
  • Remember user preferences
  • Improve website functionality
  • Understand visitor behaviour

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect some website features.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share information only where necessary:

  • To provide requested services
  • With trusted service providers supporting our operations
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect our rights, users, and business operations

Any third-party providers we work with are required to handle information securely and only for agreed purposes.

Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against:

  • Unauthorised access
  • Loss or misuse
  • Accidental disclosure
  • Unlawful processing

While we take reasonable steps to protect your data, no online system can guarantee complete security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Maintain learner records
  • Meet legal and regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When information is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymise it.

Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have rights regarding your personal information, including:

Right to access

You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to rectification

You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

Right to erasure

You may request deletion of your personal information where appropriate.

Right to restrict processing

You can request limits on how we use your information.

Right to data portability

You can request your information in a commonly used electronic format.

Right to object

You may object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing.

Right to withdraw consent

Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw this at any time.

Requests can be submitted using our contact details provided below.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. While we aim to provide reliable resources, CPD Online Training is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites.

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Children’s Privacy

CPD Online Training does not intentionally provide services directly to children under the age of 16.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.

Complaints and Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us:

CPD Online Training
Email:
Website:
We aim to respond to all legitimate requests and concerns promptly.

You also have the right to contact the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data protection rights have not been properly addressed.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

CPD Online Training may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or data protection practices.

Any updates will be published on this page with the revised effective date.