Privacy Notice & GDPR Disclosure

Mechanical Ventilation Training Institute (MVTI)
Effective Date: 5/1/2025
Last Updated: 1/21/2026

1. Overview and Commitment

Mechanical Ventilation Training Institute (“MVTI”) is a healthcare education organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based mechanical ventilation education. Protecting the privacy and integrity of personal data entrusted to us is a core part of that mission.

This Privacy Notice describes how MVTI collects, processes, stores, shares, and protects personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, professional standards, and accreditation expectations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

2. Data Controller

For purposes of data protection laws, MVTI acts as the Data Controller, meaning we determine how and why personal data is processed.

Contact Information:
Mechanical Ventilation Training Institute
Email: privacy@mvti.org
Mailing Address: 759 Byrd Dr., Erie, CO 80516

3. Personal Data We Collect

Identification and Contact Information

We collect identifying information such as name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and professional credentials when you register for courses, create an account, or communicate with us.

Educational and Professional Records

To administer education programs, MVTI maintains records related to enrollment, attendance, assessments, course progress, completion, and continuing education credit issuance.

Technical and Usage Information

When you use MVTI websites or platforms, we collect limited technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, access times, and usage patterns. This information supports security, functionality, and quality improvement.

Financial Information

Payment transactions are processed through secure third-party vendors. MVTI does not store full credit card numbers or banking credentials.

4. Lawful Bases for Processing (GDPR Article 6)

Where GDPR applies, MVTI processes personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Contractual necessity: to provide the educational services you request

  • Legal obligation: to meet accreditation, licensure, and reporting requirements

  • Legitimate interests: to improve educational quality, maintain security, and operate responsibly

  • Consent: where required by law or for optional communications

5. Purpose Limitation

Personal data is collected only for specific, explicit, and legitimate educational and operational purposes. MVTI does not use personal data in ways that are incompatible with those purposes.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

MVTI shares personal data only with:

  • Accreditation and regulatory bodies for verification and compliance

  • Academic or institutional partners for joint educational programs

  • Service providers that support learning platforms, communications, or payment processing

  • Legal authorities, when required by law

All disclosures are governed by confidentiality and data protection agreements.

7. International Data Transfers

MVTI is based in the United States. When personal data of individuals located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or other regions is transferred internationally, appropriate safeguards are implemented, including contractual protections consistent with GDPR standards.

8. Data Retention

Data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill educational, regulatory, and legal obligations. Continuing education and certification records may be retained for several years to allow verification by learners and accrediting bodies.

9. Data Security Measures

MVTI implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data, including access controls, secure platforms, encrypted transmission where appropriate, and vendor oversight.

10. Data Subject Rights (GDPR)

Where GDPR applies, individuals have the right to request access to their data, correct inaccuracies, request deletion or restriction of processing, object to certain processing activities, and request data portability. Requests may be limited where data must be retained for legal or accreditation reasons.

11. Academic Partnerships and FERPA Alignment

When working with academic partners, MVTI handles educational records in alignment with FERPA-informed principles, contractual agreements, and applicable laws. Access is limited to individuals with legitimate educational interests.

12. Cookies and Online Tracking

Cookies and similar technologies are used to support platform functionality, analyze performance, and improve user experience. Users may manage cookies through browser settings.

13. Children’s Data

MVTI does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 18 years of age. Any such data identified will be deleted.

14. Updates to This Notice

This Privacy Notice may be updated periodically. The most current version will always be available on the MVTI website.

15. Contact and Complaints

Questions, concerns, or data subject requests may be directed to:

Mechanical Ventilation Training Institute
📧 privacy@mvti.org
📍 759 Byrd Dr., Erie, CO 80516

Individuals subject to GDPR also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in their country of residence.