SHIVASUNDARI VOCATIONAL AND INDUSTRIAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
PRIVACY POLICY
Introduction:
Shivasundari Vocational and Industrial Training Institute (the "Institute") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how the Institute collects, uses, and discloses personal information.
Scope:
This Privacy Policy applies to all personal information collected by the Institute, including:
- Student records and applications
- Faculty and staff personnel files
- Visitor information
- Online interactions, including website visits and social media engagement
Personal Information:
The Institute collects and uses personal information for the following purposes:
- To provide educational services and support
- To administer student records and applications
- To manage faculty and staff personnel files
- To communicate with students, faculty, staff, and visitors
- To analyze and improve Institute operations and services
The Institute may collect the following types of personal information:
- Contact information (name, email, phone number, address)
- Demographic information (age, gender, nationality)
- Academic information (grades, transcripts, diplomas)
- Employment information (job title, department, salary)
Collection Methods:
The Institute collects personal information through various methods, including:
- Online applications and forms
- In-person interactions
- Telephone and email communications
- Social media engagement
- Website analytics tools
Use and Disclosure:
The Institute uses and discloses personal information only for the purposes stated above. The Institute may disclose personal information to:
- Government agencies and regulatory bodies
- Accrediting agencies
- Third-party service providers (e.g., IT support, transportation services)
- Research partners and collaborators
Security Measures:
The Institute implements reasonable security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption and secure servers
- Firewalls and access controls
- Regular security audits and testing
- Employee training and awareness programs
Retention and Destruction:
The Institute retains personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated above. The Institute destroys personal information when it is no longer needed, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Access and Correction:
Individuals have the right to access and correct their personal information held by the Institute. Requests for access and correction should be made in writing to the Institute's Data Protection Officer.
Complaints and Concerns:
Individuals who have concerns or complaints about the Institute's handling of personal information should contact the Institute's Data Protection Officer.
Changes to this Policy:
The Institute reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Institute's website.
Contact Information:
Data Protection Officer
Shivasundari Vocational and Industrial Training Institute
By using the Institute's services and providing personal information, individuals acknowledge that they have read, understood, and consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
