PRIVACY POLICY
Technology Platforms Used
Technology Platforms Used
This training utilizes online technology platforms to deliver educational content and facilitate learning activities. These may include:
● Thinkific for course materials, assignments, and progress tracking
● Zoom for live training sessions, practicum experiences, consultation, and group discussion
Each platform operates under its own privacy and data policies. Participants are encouraged to review those policies directly:
● Zoom Privacy Policy
● Thinkific Privacy Policy
These third-party platforms independently manage certain user data in accordance with their terms of service.
Information Collected by the Training Organization
The training organization collects limited participant information necessary for course administration and EMDRIA compliance, including:
● Name and contact information
● Course registration details
● Attendance records
● Training completion status
● Consultation and practicum participation documentation
● Certification eligibility records
No clinical or personal therapy records are collected or maintained during this training
How Participant Information Is Used
Participant information is used solely for legitimate educational and administrative purposes, including:
● Communicating training information and updates
● Tracking course participation and completion
● Issuing certificates of completion
● Meeting EMDRIA documentation and reporting requirements
● Providing consultation and training support
Participant data is never sold, rented, or shared with unrelated third parties.
Data Storage and Security
Training records are stored using secure, password-protected digital systems accessible only to authorized training personnel.
Reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards are used to protect participant information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
Recording and Confidentiality
Live training sessions may be recorded for educational purposes if announced in advance.
Practicum sessions and consultation discussions are not recorded unless explicitly stated and participant consent is obtained.
Participants agree to maintain confidentiality regarding any personal material shared during practicum exercises or experiential activities.
Participants may not record training sessions, breakout rooms, or practicum exercises without explicit written permission.
Confidentiality During Practicum
Although practicum exercises are educational rather than therapeutic, participants may discuss personal experiences as part of learning EMDR procedures. All participants agree to:
● Maintain confidentiality of all practicum discussions
● Respect the privacy of fellow trainees
● Refrain from sharing identifying information outside the training environment
Data Retention
Training records are retained only as long as necessary to:
● Document completion of EMDR Basic Training
● Meet EMDRIA reporting and verification requirements
● Comply with applicable professional and business record-keeping standards
After this period, records may be securely archived or deleted.
Participant Responsibility
Participants are responsible for:
● Accessing training platforms through secure personal devices
● Maintaining confidentiality in their physical environment during online sessions
● Using private or headphones-supported spaces during practicum whenever possible
Questions or Concerns
Questions regarding technology use or data privacy may be directed to:
NextPhase EMDR, LLC