Terms of Use

Last Updated: April 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the UKPSA University website (ukpsa.org.uk), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the website. Continued use of the site following any changes to these terms constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

About UKPSA University

UKPSA University (United Kingdom Professional Studies Academy Ltd) is a company registered in England & Wales, headquartered at 71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London WC2H 9JQ. UKPSA provides professional education programmes, accreditation services via the International Accreditation Council for Credentialing (IACC), online learning via the Macertis LMS platform, and diploma verification via the International Verification of Qualifications & Accreditations (IVQA).

Intellectual Property

All content on this website — including text, graphics, logos, images, software, course descriptions, and any other materials — is the property of UKPSA University or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or otherwise exploit any content from this website without prior written consent from UKPSA University. Any unauthorised use may constitute a violation of copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws.

User Accounts & Registration

Partners who register through our onboarding process are required to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.
• Maintain the confidentiality of their account credentials (email and password).
• Notify UKPSA immediately of any unauthorised use of their account.

UKPSA reserves the right to suspend or terminate any account that violates these terms, provides false information, or engages in activities that may harm UKPSA's reputation or operations.

Payment & Refunds

Partnership membership fees are processed securely via Stripe Inc. By completing a payment, you agree to Stripe's terms of service in addition to these terms.

Fees are non-refundable once the partner account has been activated, unless otherwise stated in writing by UKPSA. Requests for refunds prior to account activation should be directed to info@ukpsa.org.uk.

Use of the Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, or restrict or inhibit the use and enjoyment of, this site by any third party. Prohibited conduct includes, but is not limited to:

• Harassment, causing distress or inconvenience to any person.
• Transmitting obscene, offensive, or illegal content.
• Disrupting the normal flow of the website or its services.
• Attempting to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website or its systems.

Information We Collect

When using and managing our website, we may collect and process data as described in our Privacy Policy. By using this website, you consent to such collection and processing and you confirm that all data provided by you is accurate.

Limitation of Liability

UKPSA University provides its website and services "as is" and "as available". We do not guarantee uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free operation of the website.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, UKPSA shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of data, profit, or business opportunities arising from the use of or inability to use this website.

Disclaimer of Responsibility

We shall not be held liable for:

• Any third party publishing duplicated content from another site or any content protected by copyright on our platform.
• Insults, defamatory remarks, or inappropriate content posted on our site by a third party.
• Inaccessibility of the website due to technical bugs, server issues, or maintenance — whether preventive or corrective.
• Any loss or damage resulting from the use of third-party websites linked from our site.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including but not limited to:

• macertis.com — Online Learning Platform
• iaccaccreditation.com — Accreditation Body
• ivqa.org — Diploma Verification

The inclusion of these links does not imply that we endorse their content or privacy policies. We recommend that you consult their own terms and privacy policies before transmitting personal data to them. UKPSA is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any external website.

Your Rights

In accordance with applicable data protection legislation (including the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR), you have the following rights:

• Right of access: consult the information we hold about you.
• Right of rectification: correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right of objection: refuse the processing of your data on legitimate grounds.

Under the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, you may also contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) — the UK's independent body set up to uphold information rights — if you believe your data protection rights have not been respected.

To exercise your rights, contact us at: info@ukpsa.org.uk

Governing Law

These terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England & Wales. Any disputes arising from or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England & Wales.

Changes to These Terms

UKPSA reserves the right to update, modify, or replace these terms at any time without prior notice. It is your responsibility to review these terms periodically. Continued use of the website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.

Contact Us

For any questions relating to these Terms of Use, you can contact us at:

UKPSA University
United Kingdom Professional Studies Academy Ltd
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden
London WC2H 9JQ, United Kingdom
Email: info@ukpsa.org.uk
Phone: +44 7453 414692