Northern California Nursing Academy

Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last Updated: June 1, 2025
Your Privacy Matters: Northern California Nursing Academy is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information.
Table of Contents
  1. Who We Are
  2. Information We Collect
  3. How We Collect Information
  4. How We Use Your Information
  5. How We Share Your Information
  6. Data Retention
  7. Data Security
  8. Your Rights
  9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
  10. Children's Privacy
  11. Third-Party Links
  12. Cookies
  13. Changes to This Policy
  14. Contact Us

1. Who We Are

Northern California Nursing Academy ("NCNA," "we," "us," or "our") is a healthcare education institution established in 2010, located at 15 Rose Street, Harvey, IL 60426. We operate the website at ncnursingacademy.com and provide nursing and healthcare training programs.

For questions about this Privacy Policy, contact our team at info@ncnursingacademy.com.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

  • Identity Information: First name, last name, date of birth, gender
  • Contact Information: Email address, phone number, mailing address
  • Educational Background: Highest level of education, previous certifications
  • Application Data: Program of interest, enrollment inquiries, responses to eligibility questions
  • Financial Information: Financial aid interest and funding program participation (we do not collect payment card data directly)
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type and version, time zone, operating system, and other technology identifiers
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on pages, referring URLs
  • Communications: Messages and inquiries you send us via forms, email, or phone

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

  • Direct interactions: When you fill out forms, submit applications, contact us, or sign up for our newsletter
  • Automated technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies as you browse our website
  • Third-party sources: Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), social media platforms, and partner organizations (e.g., Futuro Health, CalGrows, Caring4Cal)

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect to:

  • Process and respond to enrollment inquiries and applications
  • Communicate with you about your application status, program information, and class schedules
  • Send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (with your consent)
  • Improve our website, programs, and services
  • Analyze website usage and trends to enhance user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
  • Prevent fraud and ensure the security of our platform
  • Facilitate partnerships with workforce development programs

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business (e.g., email services, analytics providers), under strict confidentiality agreements
  • Partner Organizations: Workforce development partners such as Futuro Health, CalGrows, LeadingAge CA, and Caring4Cal, where you have enrolled in or expressed interest in their programs
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of NCNA, our students, or others
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction

We require all third parties to respect your personal information and handle it in accordance with applicable law.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, including for the duration of your relationship with NCNA and as required by applicable laws and regulations. Enrollment records and student data are retained in accordance with state and federal educational record requirements.

When personal information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Secure HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted to our website
  • Access controls limiting who can view personal information
  • Regular security assessments of our systems
  • Staff training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Rectification — Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure — Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
Right to Object — Object to processing of your data for certain purposes.
Right to Restrict — Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
Right to Opt-Out — Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@ncnursingacademy.com. We will respond within 30 days.

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to Know: You may request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you in the past 12 months.
  • Right to Delete: You may request that we delete personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.
  • Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not sell personal information. If this changes, we will update this policy and provide an opt-out mechanism.

To submit a CCPA request, contact us at info@ncnursingacademy.com or call 708-210-9101.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.

Some programs accept students aged 16 and above. In such cases, we require parental or guardian consent prior to enrollment for applicants under 18.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including our student portal at portal.ncnursingacademy.com and career pathways platform at pathways.ncnursingacademy.com, as well as partner organization sites.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any websites you visit.

12. Cookies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. For detailed information about the cookies we use and how to manage your preferences, please read our Cookie Policy.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

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