These Terms & Conditions apply to all programme applications with BCA Academy. By submitting an application, the applicants and sponsoring companies (where applicable) confirm their acceptance of the following terms and conditions.
General
- The applicant, whether applying as an individual or through a company confirms that the particulars given are accurate.
- For courses with entry requirements, the applicant should ensure that they fulfil the criteria before application.
- The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) will share relevant information relating to this application with other government agencies and training partners.
- Course fees are payable upon application. Registration will be confirmed upon receipt of full payment and fulfilment of the applicable course requirements. Any refunds are subject to these Terms and Conditions.
- Any existing GIRO Direct Debit and Direct Credit Authorisation submitted to BCA will apply to payments relating to the course applied for, where applicable.
- BCA reserves the right to accept or reject the application and allocate places based on availability and at its discretion.
- BCA reserves the right to amend course details, revise course fees, or cancel or postpone the course where necessary. Such changes may be made without prior notice.
Withdrawal, Replacement and Postponement
- Course deferment after commencement is not permitted.
- Request for withdrawal, participant replacement or postponement to a later course run must be made in writing and are subject to BCA’s approval. The applicable charges depend on the notice period and course category, as set out below.
For all courses
| Notice Period | Fee Payable |
| At least 2 weeks before commencement | 10% of course fee |
| Less than 2 weeks but more than 3 working days before commencement | 25% of course fee |
| 3 working days or less before commencement | Full course fee |
For Crane, Plant Training and Skills Courses involving practical workshop lessons
| Notice Period | Fee Payable |
| At least 2 weeks before commencement | 50% of course fee |
| Less than 2 weeks but more than 3 working days before commencement | 75% of course fee |
| 3 working days or less before commencement | Full course fee |
Participant Replacement (Non-funded Courses Only)
| Notice Period | Fee Payable |
| At least 3 working days before commencement | No additional charge for suitable replacement |
| 3 working days or less before commencement | Full course fee |
Additional Conditions
Participants who fail to attend a course without an approved withdrawal or postponement will not be entitled to a refund. Where applicable, they may also be liable to pay for the full unsubsidised course fee, including any subsidies or funding that are subsequently withdrawn orreduced.
In the event of medical emergencies or other circumstances beyond the participant's control, requests for course postponement may be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to the submission of supporting documentation and BCA 's approval.
Assessment
- Where applicable, participants must fulfil the minimum attendance requirements of 75% before being eligible to sit for the assessment. If required, participants have one (1) opportunity for re-assessment, subject to re-assessment fees. The assessment outcome is subject to BCA's final determination.
CPD Points
- The Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points indicated for BCA Academy courses are subject to change and final approval by the relevant professional accreditation bodies.
Funding and Subsidies
- Funding and subsidies offered by BCA or third-party organisations for the courses are subject to approval Participant/companies are to ensure that they meet the funding/subsidies requirements, including but not limited to minimum attendance, successful completion of assessment and matching employer-employee relationship. BCA is not to be held liable and the individual/company agrees to pay BCA the applicable funding amount if funding and subsidies are either granted at a reduced amount, not granted at all or if funding is revoked, for whatever reason. Payment should be made within fourteen (14) days of written notice.
- Participants who have indicated the use of SkillsFuture Credit, Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA), or other government-administered funding accounts should note that the relevant account deductions will be processed upon enrolment and will not be reversed in the event of non-attendance.
- If needed, individual/company must make the application for funding and subsidies on their own and inform BCA.
Intellectual Property and Course Materials
- All information, materials, services, intellectual property and other property and rights provided by BCA and BCA Academy during the course are provided on an "as is" basis. BCA makes no warranties of any kind, either express or implied, as to any matter, and all such warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are expressly disclaimed.
- Course materials provided to applicants and sponsoring companies ("Materials") are intended solely for participants’ personal learning and reference. The Materials must not be reproduced, distributed or used for other purposes without BCA’s prior written consent. The applicant and sponsoring company shall defend and indemnify BCA and its officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all liability, damage, loss or expense (including reasonable attorneys' fees and expenses) imposed upon BCA in connection with any claim arising out of the company and individual applicant's use of the Materials.
Personal Data and Marketing Consent
- BCA and BCA Academy may collect, use and disclose applicants’ personal data to administer course applications, conduct training and assessments, and facilitate related services, including sharing relevant information with authorised training partners.
- Participants and sponsoring companies may receive information from BCA and BCA Academy about future courses, seminar, events and publications via email, SMS or other contact channels.
- Photographs and video recordings may be taken during BCA Academy’s courses and events for use in publicity materials, newsletters, and other publications.
- Individual applicant and sponsoring companies may contact BCA Academy for enquiries relating to personal data and marketing consent.