Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 06/11/2025
Updated for Compliance with Nevada’s Commission on Postsecondary Education (NAC 394 & NRS 394)
At Sound Connect, your privacy and trust are important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in compliance with Nevada state law, including regulations established by the Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education (CPE).
1. Who We Are
Sound Connect is a postsecondary audio engineering and music production school based in Las Vegas, NV. We operate in compliance with NRS 394.441 – 394.669 and are licensed by the Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education.
2. Information We Collect
We collect both personal and technical information, including:
- Enrollment Information: Full name, address, email, phone number, date of birth, portfolio materials, educational background
- Student Records: Course registration, transcripts, attendance, assessments, and certifications (in accordance with NAC 394.381)
- Financial Information: Tuition payment history, financing agreements, and optional scholarship applications
- Technical Data: IP address, cookies, browser/device data, interaction history (via analytics)
3. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used to:
- Process student applications and maintain educational records
- Communicate important program updates, deadlines, and academic notices
- Provide career support, externship placement, and certification assistance
- Send promotional offers, news, or event invitations
- Fulfill reporting obligations to the Nevada CPE and other relevant authorities
4. Student Record Retention & Privacy (NAC 394.381)
In accordance with Nevada law:
- Student records are securely maintained for a minimum of 5 years after graduation or withdrawal
- Access to records is limited to authorized staff
- Students may request copies of their records at any time by contacting us in writing
5. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and third-party analytics (such as Google Analytics) to enhance your browsing experience and monitor website performance. Cookies help us:
- Remember preferences
- Analyze website traffic
- Improve functionality
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
6. Third-Party Services
We may share limited data with trusted third-party service providers, such as:
- Climb Credit (for tuition financing)
- Google, Meta (for advertising/analytics, only with consent)
- Email marketing platforms (for opt-in communication)
- Studio partners for externship matching (upon placement)
We do not sell or rent your personal data to any external party.
7. Your Rights
Nevada residents have the right to:
- Request access to their personal information
- Request corrections to their student records
- Request deletion of non-educational data
- Opt out of certain third-party disclosures
To make a request, email us at [email protected] or call (702)-610-5819
8. FERPA Compliance
While Sound Connect is currently a private educational institution, we voluntarily follow best practices aligned with FERPA to safeguard student academic records.
9. Data Security
We use industry-standard protections (including SSL, secure file storage, and access controls) to ensure your data remains safe, both online and offline.
10. Minors & Underage Applicants
Our program is intended for students aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect or store data from individuals under 18 without parental or legal guardian consent, as required by Nevada law.
11. Policy Changes
We may revise this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect regulatory changes or internal updates. The most recent version will always be posted on our website with an updated effective date.
12. Contact Us
Sound Connect
Licensed by the Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education
1800 S Industrial Rd #200A Las Vegas, NV 89102
[email protected]
(702)-610-5819
https://www.soundconnect.world/
