Last Updated: January 14, 2026
POPIA Notice: ORE Academy respects your right to privacy and is committed to compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (No. 4 of 2013). This policy details how we collect and process "Personal Information" as defined in the Act.
1. Information We Collect
We only collect personal information that is relevant and necessary for the purpose of providing engineering training and academic services.
- Personal Identifiers: Full names, South African Identity Numbers or Passport numbers.
- Contact Details: Verified email addresses, physical campus/home addresses, and telephone numbers.
- Academic Records: Previous qualifications, certifications, and assessment results required for course enrollment.
2. Purpose of Processing
In line with POPIA's "Purpose Specification," we process data to:
- Facilitate admissions and student registrations.
- Issue accredited certifications upon course completion.
- Communicate vital academic updates and schedule changes.
- Fulfill legal reporting obligations to South African educational authorities (DHET/Seta).
3. Your Rights as a Data Subject
As a data subject under South African law, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request the correction or destruction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Object to the processing of your data for direct marketing purposes.
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa.
4. Security Safeguards
We employ enterprise-grade technical and organizational measures to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of your data, preventing unauthorized access or unlawful processing.
5. Information Officer Contact
For data-related inquiries or to exercise your rights, please reach out to our designated Information Officer:
ORE Academy Legal Dept.
Email: info@oreacademy.co.za
Direct: +27 11 568 9369