Effective Date: 26 June 2026

Shear Creations Workforce Development Academy (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our programs.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Contact Information — name, email address, phone number, mailing address
• Enrollment Information — program selection, payment details, emergency contact information
• Website Usage Data — pages visited, browser type, device information (collected automatically through cookies or analytics tools)
• Communication Records — messages, inquiries, or feedback submitted through our contact forms

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process program enrollments and payments
• Communicate with you about classes, schedules, and updates
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve our website and program offerings
• Send newsletters or promotional updates (only if you opt in)
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

How We Protect Your Information

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

• Trusted service providers who assist in operating our website or processing payments
• Partner organizations, only with your consent, for collaborative programs
• Legal authorities, if required by law

Information About Minors

Some of our programs serve youth participants. We collect only the information necessary to facilitate program enrollment and require parental or guardian consent for participants under the age of 18.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your information
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at our email address or phone number.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though this may affect certain website features.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Shear Creations Workforce Development Academy
4195 Cleveland St., Gary, IN 46408
Email Address: info@scwda.us
Phone: 219-718-1399