Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Welcome to Academy by Elites Dental PLLC.

These Terms and Conditions (hereinafter referred to as "Terms") govern your use of our Website and educational services. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to comply with and be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to abide by these Terms and any other policies, guidelines, or agreements that may apply. Your continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of these Terms and any changes made to them.

2. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

3. Educational Services Provided

Our Website offers specialized dental education services, including but not limited to:

- Online dental courses and training programs
- Board examination preparation materials
- Licensing and credentialing guidance
- Clinical skills development resources
- Career transition support for international dental professionals
- Continuing education courses

4. Student Accounts

To access certain courses or content on the Website, you may need to register and create a student account. You agree to provide accurate, complete, and up-to-date information during the registration process, including your dental education background and professional credentials. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All educational content, including but not limited to course materials, lectures, videos, practice examinations, study guides, and other learning resources on the Website, is the property of Academy by Elites Dental PLLC or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, display, perform, or create derivative works from any content on the Website without our prior written consent. Any unauthorized use of the educational content may violate copyright, trademark, and other laws.

6. Student Responsibilities

You agree to use the Website only for lawful educational purposes and in a manner that does not infringe on the rights of any third party. You agree not to:

  • Use the Website to transmit or distribute content that is unlawful, obscene, defamatory, threatening, or harmful
  • Share course materials, login credentials, or access with unauthorized individuals
  • Engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the functioning of the Website or any associated networks or services
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website, other student accounts, or any connected systems or networks
  • Use automated systems, such as robots or data mining tools, to access or collect educational content from the Website without our express written permission
  • Misrepresent your professional credentials or educational background

7. Course Access and Completion

- Course access is granted for the duration specified at the time of purchase
- Students are responsible for completing courses within the designated timeframe
- Certificates of completion are issued only upon successful fulfillment of all course requirements
- We reserve the right to revoke access for violation of these Terms

8. Payment and Refund Policy

- All course fees must be paid in full before accessing course materials
- Refund requests must be submitted within 30 days of purchase
- Refunds are subject to our refund policy available on the Website
- Continuing education courses and board exam preparation programs may have specific refund terms
- Chargeback disputes may result in account suspension

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and all educational services, content, and materials provided are offered on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not warrant that the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that any defects will be corrected.

Educational Disclaimer: While our courses are designed to support professional development and examination preparation, we do not guarantee specific outcomes, including but not limited to examination passage, licensing success, or career advancement.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use or inability to use the Website, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, data, or other intangible losses. This limitation of liability applies regardless of the cause of action, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise.

We are not responsible for any consequences resulting from examination failures, licensing delays, or career setbacks, regardless of course completion.

11. Links to Third-Party Websites

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including dental boards, examination organizations, and professional associations, that are not owned or controlled by us. We do not endorse, and are not responsible for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk. We encourage you to review the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Academy by Elites Dental PLLC, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of or in any way connected with your use of the Website, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any rights of another party.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website and educational services, in our sole discretion, without prior notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in any conduct that we deem harmful or inappropriate. Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease, and we may delete or deactivate your account. Course access may be revoked without refund in cases of Terms violation.

14. Governing Law

These Terms will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Website will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Texas.

15. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes or claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved through binding arbitration conducted in Texas in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be conducted in English, and the decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding.

16. Professional Licensing Disclaimer

Academy by Elites Dental PLLC provides educational services only. We do not provide legal advice regarding licensing requirements, immigration matters, or professional regulations. Students are responsible for verifying current licensing requirements with appropriate state dental boards and regulatory authorities.

17. Contact Information

Questions about the Terms of Service should be sent to us at:

Academy by Elites Dental PLLC

18. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed modified or replaced to the extent necessary to give effect to the intent of these Terms.

19. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Academy by Elites Dental PLLC regarding your use of the Website and educational services and supersede any prior agreements or understandings, whether written or oral, relating to the subject matter of these Terms.