ACMSO Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2/9/24

At ACMSO, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our students. As an online medical scribe school, we understand the importance of confidentiality, particularly when it comes to personal and sensitive information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and may share student data.

Data Collection

We collect personal data necessary for academic and administrative functions, which may include:

• Name
• Email Address
• Physical Address
• Phone Number

Usage Purpose

The personal data collected is used for the following purposes:

• Establishing and maintaining student records.
• Communicating with students about their enrollment, courses, and other school-related matters.
• Providing necessary support services and responding to queries.
• Complying with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Data Security

To secure your personal information, ACMSO implements the following measures:

• Employing data encryption methods to protect your data during transmission and storage.
• Restricting data access to authorized personnel, safeguarded by industry-standard security protocols.
• Conducting regular security audits to maintain the integrity of our systems.
• Adhering to a comprehensive security policy, which includes employee guidelines for handling personal data.
• Notifying affected individuals and authorities promptly in case of a data breach, in compliance with legal obligations.

Legal Compliance

Our commitment to privacy is aligned with international privacy laws and regulations:

• We enforce privacy practices that are consistent with the GDPR, HIPAA, and other privacy laws.
• Our policies are reviewed and updated regularly to remain compliant with the latest regulations.
• A dedicated compliance team at ACMSO oversees adherence to privacy standards.
• Staff receive ongoing training on privacy law compliance and best practices.

Sharing with Third Parties

ACMSO handles third-party data sharing with care, under specific circumstances:

• We do not sell or rent personal data for marketing purposes.
• Sharing may occur with service providers under contractual obligations, assisting with school operations.
• In certain cases, personal data may be disclosed if required by law, for safety reasons, or to investigate fraudulent activities.
• Appropriate safeguards are instituted whenever personal data is shared as outlined above.

This Privacy Policy may be updated or revised from time to time. We encourage students to review it periodically to stay informed of how their personal data is being protected.

Should you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected]

By enrolling in ACMSO, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.