Short Course
Terms & Conditions_

By enrolling in an ADA short course, you agree to the terms below.

1. Enrolment & Payment:

• Enrolment is confirmed only once a non-refundable enrolment fee of R3,000 is paid.
• The enrolment fee forms part of the total course fee.
• The full balance is payable before or on the first day of the course, unless agreed otherwise in writing.
• A minimum of four (4) participants is required for a course to proceed.

2. Course Changes:

ADA may reasonably amend course content, facilitators, schedules, venues, delivery method (including online delivery), or start dates where necessary.

3. Cancellation by ADA:

If ADA cancels a course, enrolled participants will be offered either:

• a transfer to another course; or
• a course voucher equal to fees paid excluding the enrolment fee.

No cash refunds will be issued. ADA is not responsible for consequential losses.

4. Cancellation by Participant:

• Cancellations must be submitted in writing.
• If cancelled more than 4 working days before the course start date, the participant will receive a course voucher equal to fees paid, excluding the R3,000 enrolment fee
• Cancellations within 4 working days, failure to attend, or withdrawal after the course starts do not qualify for a refund or voucher.
• Course vouchers are non-transferable, valid for 12 months, and may be used for any ADA short course.

5. Substitutions & Deferrals:

Participants may request a substitute or deferral in writing, subject to availability and ADA approval.

6. Attendance & Certificates:

Attendance certificates or confirmations are issued only once all fees are paid in full.

7. Conduct:

Participants must comply with ADA policies and codes of conduct. ADA may suspend or remove a participant for misconduct without refund or voucher.

8. Intellectual Property:

Work created during short courses remains the participant’s property. ADA may use such work for marketing, educational, and accreditation purposes, unless the participant objects in writing.

9. Liability

Participation is at the participant’s own risk. ADA is not liable for loss, injury, or damage unless caused by gross negligence or wilful misconduct.

10. General

• Outstanding fees may attract interest at prime + 2%.
• The participant is liable for reasonable legal and collection costs incurred by ADA.
• If any provision is unenforceable, the remaining terms remain valid
• These terms constitute the entire agreement and are governed by South African law