BBT Institute

POPIA Compliance Statement

Last Updated: April, 2026

1. Introduction

BBT Institute is committed to protecting the privacy of personal information of our students, staff, and business partners. This statement outlines our compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa.

2. Personal Information We Process

BBT Institute collects and processes various types of personal information, including:

  • Contact information (names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses)
  • Identity information (ID numbers, passport numbers)
  • Education and employment history
  • Financial information for payment processing
  • Academic records and assessment results
  • Photos and video recordings for identification and security purposes

3. How We Process Personal Information

We commit to processing personal information:

  • Lawfully, ensuring we have valid grounds for collection and processing
  • Minimally, collecting only what is necessary for our stated purposes
  • Accurately, ensuring information is complete, accurate, and up-to-date
  • Transparently, informing data subjects about how their information will be used
  • Securely, implementing appropriate technical and organizational measures

4. Purposes for Processing

We process personal information for purposes including:

  • Student registration and enrollment
  • Academic administration and record-keeping
  • Accreditation requirements with SETAs and QCTO
  • Financial administration and payment processing
  • Communication about courses, events, and services
  • Statistical analysis and reporting
  • Compliance with legal obligations

5. Information Officer

BBT Institute has appointed an Information Officer who is responsible for ensuring compliance with POPIA and handling requests related to personal information. Contact details for our Information Officer:

Email: privacy@bbtinstitute.com
Phone: +27 12 140 0016

6. Your Rights Under POPIA

Under POPIA, you have the right to:

  • Access personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Request deletion of information where there is no legal basis for retention
  • Object to the processing of your information in certain circumstances
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator

7. Safeguarding Personal Information

BBT Institute implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security and confidentiality of personal information. This includes access controls, encryption, staff training, and regular security assessments.

8. Contact Information

For any questions regarding our POPIA compliance or to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@bbtinstitute.com
Phone: +27 12 140 0016
Address: 405 Pretorius Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002