This page contains information about how IHNA deals with personal information (also known as personal data) and the rights of the individual.
If you suspect a breach of an IHNA system, contact the helpdesk at itsupport@hci.edu.au
The Institute of Health and Management (IHNA) is committed to protecting your privacy.
We handle your personal information according to the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) 2014, in accordance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (SRTOs 2015) and the VET Student Loan Act and Rule 2016.
This privacy statement explains:
Personal information is any data that identifies you as an individual.
We collect personal information in two ways on our websites:
You may submit personal information when you inquire, subscribe to our services, update contact details, or provide website feedback. This may include your name, contact details, and other relevant information. Students and staff will need a Student ID and password to access specific areas.
The information you provide could include the following:
IHNA collects personally identifiable information that students provide when they register or enrol for any educational courses or programs, when they use certain IHNA online services or products, or when they enter promotions. IHNA’s preferred source of personal information is the individual concerned. IHNA may also receive information from other sources such as other members of the Health Careers International (HCI) Group.
Under the Freedom of Information Act, Vic 1982, IHNA will permit a student to apply for and receive a copy of their VET personal information that the provider holds on the student’s record.
IHNA is committed to protecting student privacy. We will only collect personal information when necessary for academic purposes or as required by law. We will obtain student consent before collecting sensitive information and ensure that all data is handled securely and confidentially.
We will inform students about how their information is used and provide them with the opportunity to access and correct their data. We will take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorised access to student information and comply with all applicable privacy laws.
IHNA collects personal information from its staff which may be used for Selection, Appointment, Promotion, General Administration or Provision of Services to staff. IHNA’s preferred source of personal information is the individual concerned. However, IHNA may also receive information from other sources such as:
IHNA takes all reasonable steps to ensure that information collected is:
IHNA is committed to adhering to the Privacy Act 1988 and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). We handle personal information with care, ensuring it is collected, used, secured, and disclosed responsibly. IHNA safeguards all confidential information obtained. We will ensure that:
In some circumstances, IHNA uses cookies to enhance the functionality of its website and offer improved services. A cookie is a packet of information that allows the server to identify and interact more effectively with computers using the website. IHNA do not store any personal details using cookies. Users can configure their browser to accept all cookies, reject all cookies, or notify them when a cookie is sent by referring to their browser instructions. If users reject all cookies, they may be unable to use IHNA website.
We use cookies for various purposes, including:
We use your information only for the purpose it was collected or a directly related purpose.
Unless instructed otherwise, personal information may be shared with related companies within Health Careers International Pty Ltd (HCI) where it will remain confidential. We share your information with third parties in limited circumstances:
IHNA implements security measures to protect your personal information from misuse, unauthorised access, use, modification, or disclosure.
Our websites may link to external websites operated by third parties. This privacy statement does not apply to those websites. We recommend you review their privacy information to understand how they handle your data.
Under Australian privacy laws, you have the right to access and correct your personal information held by IHNA. Residents outside Australia may have additional rights, including:
You have the right to complain if you believe IHNA has breached your privacy.
If an individual wishes to raise or discuss any issues about the Privacy Policy, they can:
For Complaints and Appeals
IHNA acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
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