These Terms and Conditions set out the terms that apply when you use the Aspiring Clinical Psych websites, purchase or access our services, or hold a membership with Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd.

This document is divided into three parts:

Part A – Website Terms of Use applies to anyone who accesses or uses aspiringclinicalpsych.com or aspiringclinicalpsych.org.

Part B – DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership Terms and Conditions applies where you purchase, access or use the DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership.

Part C – Pathfinder Membership Terms and Conditions applies where you purchase, access or use the Pathfinder Membership.

The Website Terms of Use apply in addition to any Membership Terms and Conditions that apply to you. Where you purchase a Membership, you should therefore read both Part A and the relevant Membership section.

These Terms and Conditions should also be read alongside our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy and any other policies or additional terms referred to within this document.

Part A – Website Terms of Use

1. Who We Are and How to Contact Us

1.1

aspiringclinicalpsych.com and aspiringclinicalpsych.org (the “Sites”) are operated by Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd (“ACPsych”, “We”, “Us” and “Our”).

1.2

Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd is a limited company registered in England and Wales under company number 14716528.

1.3

Our registered office and principal trading address is:

Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd
167–169 Great Portland Street
5th Floor
London
W1W 5PF

1.4

You may contact Us:

a) by email at admin@aspiringclinicalpsych.com;

b) via the contact form available on Our Sites;

c) through the support and messaging functions available within the ACPsych Hub; or

d) via any live chat facilities made available by ACPsych from time to time.

2. Acceptance of These Terms

2.1

By accessing or using Our Sites, You confirm that You accept these Terms of Use and agree to comply with them.

2.2

If You do not agree to these Terms of Use, You must not use Our Sites.

2.3

We recommend that You save or print a copy of these Terms for future reference.

3. Use of Artificial Intelligence

3.1

We routinely use artificial intelligence (“AI”) enabled tools and services to support Our work, improve efficiency and enhance the delivery of Our services.

3.2

This may include tools used to assist with:

a) drafting and editing;

b) summarising information;

c) organising information;

d) analysing content;

e) supporting administrative tasks;

f) improving productivity; and

g) improving accessibility.

3.3

AI tools are used as a support to human professional judgement and not as a replacement for it.

3.4

Where Our services involve professional, educational or reflective input, responsibility for the content and its application remains with Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd.

3.5

We take reasonable steps to use AI services responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws and professional standards.

3.6

Where personal data is processed using AI-enabled tools, this will be carried out in accordance with Our Privacy Policy and Our obligations under applicable UK data protection legislation.

3.7

By using Our Sites and services, You acknowledge that AI tools may be used as part of how We operate and deliver Our services.

4. Other Terms That May Apply

4.1

These Terms of Use should be read alongside any other policies or terms that apply to Your use of Our Sites or services.

4.2

These may include:

a) Our Privacy Policy, which explains how We collect, use and protect personal information;

b) Our Cookie Policy, which provides information about the cookies and similar technologies used on Our Sites;

c) Our Business Terms, where applicable to the provision of services;

d) any applicable Terms and Conditions of Supply relating to services purchased or accessed through Our Sites; and

e) any product, programme or Membership-specific Terms and Conditions that apply to services You purchase or access.

4.3

Where You purchase or access the DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership or Pathfinder Membership, the relevant Membership Terms and Conditions contained within this document will also apply.

5. Changes to These Terms

5.1

We may amend these Terms of Use from time to time.

5.2

Each time You use Our Sites, You should review the current version of these Terms to ensure that You understand the terms that apply at that time.

5.3

The most recent version of these Terms will be made available through Our Sites.

6. Changes to Our Sites

6.1

We may update, change or develop Our Sites from time to time.

6.2

Changes may be made to reflect developments in Our services, the needs of Our users, technological changes, operational requirements or Our business priorities.

7. Availability, Suspension and Withdrawal of Our Sites

7.1

Our Sites are made available free of charge, except where charges apply to particular products, services, programmes or Memberships.

7.2

We do not guarantee that Our Sites, or any Content made available through them, will always be available or uninterrupted.

7.3

We may suspend, withdraw or restrict the availability of all or any part of Our Sites for business, operational, technical, security or other reasonable reasons.

7.4

Where reasonably practicable, We will try to provide reasonable notice of any significant suspension or withdrawal.

7.5

You are responsible for ensuring that all persons who access Our Sites through Your internet connection are aware of these Terms of Use and any other applicable terms and that they comply with them.

8. Transfer of Our Rights and Obligations

8.1

We may transfer Our rights and obligations under these Terms to another organisation.

8.2

Where this occurs, We will notify You in writing where required and will ensure that the transfer does not adversely affect Your legal rights under any existing Contract.

9. Intended Users of Our Sites

9.1

Our Sites are primarily directed towards individuals residing in the United Kingdom.

9.2

We do not represent that Content available on or through Our Sites is appropriate or available for use in other jurisdictions.

9.3

If You access Our Sites from outside the United Kingdom, You are responsible for ensuring that Your use of the Sites complies with any applicable local laws.

10. Accounts and Login Details

10.1

Where You create or are provided with an account, user identification code, password or other security information, You must treat that information as confidential.

10.2

You must not disclose Your login details or security information to any third party.

10.3

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of Your account and for activity carried out using Your account.

10.4

We may disable any user identification code, password or account, whether selected by You or allocated by Us, if We reasonably believe that You have failed to comply with these Terms or any other applicable terms.

10.5

If You know or suspect that anyone other than You has access to Your login details, You must notify Us promptly at admin@aspiringclinicalpsych.com.

11. Intellectual Property and Use of Materials

11.1

Unless otherwise stated, We are the owner or licensee of the intellectual property rights in Our Sites and the material published on them.

11.2

Those works are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws and treaties. All such rights are reserved.

11.3

You may print one copy and download extracts of pages from Our Sites for Your personal use.

11.4

You may also draw the attention of others within Your organisation to Content posted on Our Sites where appropriate.

11.5

You must not modify paper or digital copies of materials You have printed or downloaded except where modification is expressly intended or permitted.

11.6

You must not use illustrations, photographs, video or audio sequences, graphics or other materials separately from any accompanying text where doing so would alter their intended context or infringe Our rights or the rights of a third party.

11.7

Our status, and that of any identified contributors, as the authors or owners of Content on Our Sites must be acknowledged where appropriate.

11.8

You must not use any part of the Content on Our Sites for commercial purposes without obtaining prior permission or an appropriate licence from Us or Our licensors.

11.9

If You print, copy, download, distribute or otherwise use any part of Our Sites in breach of these Terms, Your right to use Our Sites will cease immediately and, at Our request, You must return or destroy any copies of the materials You have made.

11.10

Additional intellectual property provisions may apply to Membership Content, Courses, Workshops and other services and are set out within the relevant service or Membership Terms and Conditions.

12. Reliance on Information

12.1

Content made available through Our Sites is provided for general information and educational purposes unless expressly stated otherwise.

12.2

It is not intended to amount to medical, psychological, legal, financial or other professional advice on which You should rely.

12.3

Where appropriate, You should obtain relevant professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from taking, action on the basis of Content made available through Our Sites.

12.4

Although We make reasonable efforts to keep information on Our Sites accurate and up to date, We make no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied, that all Content will at all times be accurate, complete or current.

13. Third-Party Websites and Resources

13.1

Our Sites may contain links to websites, services and resources provided by third parties.

13.2

These links are provided for information and convenience only.

13.3

The inclusion of a link should not be interpreted as approval, endorsement or verification by ACPsych of the linked website, organisation, service or information available through it.

13.4

We do not control the content, availability or operation of third-party websites or resources and are not responsible for them.

13.5

Your use of third-party websites, platforms or services may be subject to separate terms and conditions and privacy policies provided by those third parties.

14. Our Responsibility for Loss or Damage

14.1

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits Our liability where it would be unlawful to do so.

14.2

This includes liability for:

a) death or personal injury caused by Our negligence or the negligence of Our employees, agents or subcontractors;

b) fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; or

c) any other liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited.

14.3

Different limitations and exclusions of liability may apply where We supply paid services, Memberships, programmes or other products. These are set out in the relevant Terms and Conditions applicable to those services.

14.4

To the extent permitted by law, We shall not be liable for losses arising from Your use of Our Sites that were not reasonably foreseeable.

14.5

Where Our Sites are used for personal or private purposes, We shall not be liable for:

a) loss of profit;

b) loss of business;

c) business interruption; or

d) loss of business opportunity.

14.6

Nothing in this Section affects any statutory rights You may have as a consumer.

15. Personal Information

15.1

We will collect, use, store and otherwise process Your personal information in accordance with Our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection legislation.

15.2

Our Privacy Policy should be read separately from these Terms and provides further information about how We process personal data and Your rights in relation to that data.

16. Site Security, Viruses and Prohibited Use

16.1

We do not guarantee that Our Sites will be secure or free from bugs, viruses or other harmful material.

16.2

You are responsible for configuring Your information technology, computer programmes, devices and platforms to access Our Sites safely.

16.3

You should use appropriate virus protection and security software.

16.4

You must not misuse Our Sites by knowingly introducing:

a) viruses;

b) trojans;

c) worms;

d) logic bombs; or

e) any other material that is malicious or technologically harmful.

16.5

You must not attempt to gain unauthorised access to:

a) Our Sites;

b) the servers on which Our Sites are stored;

c) any server, computer or database connected to Our Sites; or

d) any account, system or restricted area that You are not authorised to access.

16.6

You must not attack Our Sites through a denial-of-service attack, distributed denial-of-service attack or any other deliberate attempt to disrupt their availability or operation.

16.7

Certain activities described in this Section may constitute criminal offences under the Computer Misuse Act 1990.

16.8

Where We become aware of a suspected criminal offence, We may report the matter to the relevant law enforcement authorities and cooperate with those authorities as required by law.

16.9

In the event of a serious breach of this Section, Your right to use Our Sites may cease immediately.

17. Linking to Our Sites

17.1

You may link to the home page of Our Sites provided that You do so in a manner that is fair and lawful and does not damage Our reputation or take advantage of it.

17.2

You must not establish a link in a manner that suggests any form of association, approval, partnership or endorsement by ACPsych where none exists.

17.3

You must not establish a link to Our Sites from a website that You do not own or have authority to control.

17.4

Our Sites must not be framed on another website without Our prior written permission.

17.5

You must not create a link to a part of Our Sites other than the home page unless We have expressly permitted this.

17.6

We reserve the right to withdraw linking permission at any time.

17.7

If You wish to link to or otherwise use Content from Our Sites in a manner not permitted by this Section, please contact admin@aspiringclinicalpsych.com.

18. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

18.1

If You are a consumer, these Terms of Use, their subject matter and their formation are governed by English law.

18.2

You and We agree that the courts of England and Wales will have jurisdiction, except that:

a) if You are resident in Northern Ireland, You may also bring proceedings in Northern Ireland; and

b) if You are resident in Scotland, You may also bring proceedings in Scotland.

18.3

Nothing in these Terms affects any mandatory legal rights available to You under applicable consumer law.

Part B – DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership Terms and Conditions

1. Background

1.1

These Terms and Conditions set out the terms under which the DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership is sold and provided by Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd through Our website and online learning platform.

1.2

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully and ensure that You understand them before purchasing a DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership.

1.3

You will be required to read and accept these Terms and Conditions when placing Your order. If You do not agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions, You will not be able to purchase or access the Membership.

1.4

The DClinPsy Prep Pathway is an educational and professional-development Membership programme designed to support aspiring clinical psychologists through online Courses, Workshops, reflective learning, mentoring, coaching, application support and community activities.

1.5

The Membership does not constitute psychological therapy, mental health treatment, crisis support, clinical supervision, legal advice, financial advice or formal professional accreditation.

1.6

Membership does not guarantee admission to clinical psychology training, employment, an interview, a successful application or any other professional outcome.

2. Definitions and Interpretation

2.1

In these Terms and Conditions, unless the context otherwise requires, the following expressions have the following meanings:

“ACPsych Hub” means the online learning platform through which the Membership, Content, Courses, appointments, events and community activities are made available.

“Content” means all digital and educational content made available as part of the Membership, including Courses, lessons, videos, recordings, Workshops, masterclasses, documents, templates, worksheets, quizzes, assignments, reflective activities, certificates, forum content and downloadable resources.

“Contract” means the legally binding contract between You and Us for the purchase of the Membership.

“Data Protection Legislation” means all applicable data protection and privacy legislation in force in the United Kingdom from time to time, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation, the Data Protection Act 2018 and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003, as amended.

“Member” means the individual who has purchased and is enrolled in the DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership.

“Membership” means the DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership purchased by You under these Terms and Conditions.

“Membership Benefits” means the Content, services, appointments, events, resources and other benefits made available to Members, as described in these Terms and Conditions and on the relevant sales or enrolment page.

“Office Hours” means the one-to-one educational, mentoring and career-development appointments offered as part of the Membership.

“Order Confirmation” means Our written acceptance and confirmation of Your order for the Membership.

“Subscription Period” means the monthly or annual period for which You have purchased the Membership.

“We”, “Us” and “Our” mean Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales under company number 14716528.

“You” and “Your” mean the individual purchasing or using the Membership.

3. Information About Us

3.1

The DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership is owned and operated by Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales under company number 14716528.

3.2

Our registered office and principal trading address is:

Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd
167–169 Great Portland Street
5th Floor
London
W1W 5PF

3.3

You may contact Us:

a) by email at admin@aspiringclinicalpsych.com;

b) via the contact form available on Our website;

c) through the support and messaging functions available within the ACPsych Hub; or

d) via any live chat facilities made available by ACPsych from time to time.

4. Eligibility and Membership Requirements

4.1

The DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership is available only to individuals who are at least eighteen years of age.

4.2

The Membership is intended for individuals who are aspiring to pursue a career in clinical psychology or who wish to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding of the profession.

4.3

Members are responsible for ensuring that they meet any eligibility requirements, prerequisites or entry requirements published on Our website or on the relevant enrolment page.

4.4

The DClinPsy Prep Pathway is designed to provide educational, mentoring and professional-development opportunities. Membership does not guarantee eligibility for, or admission to, any Doctorate in Clinical Psychology programme, employment opportunity or professional training pathway.

4.5

We reserve the right to refuse, suspend or terminate Membership where We reasonably believe that:

a) false or misleading information has been provided;

b) these Terms and Conditions have been breached;

c) Membership Benefits have been shared with non-members; or

d) continued Membership would compromise the security, integrity or operation of the ACPsych Hub.

4.6

By purchasing the Membership, You confirm that all information provided to Us is accurate and complete to the best of Your knowledge.

5. Membership Types and Duration

5.1

The DClinPsy Prep Pathway is available as either:

a) a monthly subscription, which renews automatically on the first day of each calendar month unless cancelled in accordance with these Terms and Conditions; or

b) an annual subscription, which renews automatically on each anniversary of the date on which the Membership was purchased unless cancelled in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.

5.2

Access to Membership Benefits begins on the date that payment is successfully processed and enrolment is confirmed.

5.3

Where a Member purchases a monthly subscription part way through a calendar month, the initial payment will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis to reflect the remaining days of that month.

The full monthly subscription fee will then become payable on the first day of the following month and on the first day of each month thereafter.

5.4

Annual subscriptions provide twelve months of access from the date of purchase. Unless cancelled before the renewal date, annual subscriptions will renew automatically for a further twelve-month period.

5.5

Members are responsible for managing their subscriptions and cancelling any automatic renewals before the relevant renewal date.

Monthly subscriptions renew on the first day of each calendar month, and annual subscriptions renew on the anniversary of the original purchase date.

5.6

If You cancel Your Membership, access to the DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership Benefits will continue until the end of the current Subscription Period, after which access will cease unless otherwise stated in these Terms and Conditions.

5.7

The DClinPsy Prep Pathway operates on a seasonal cycle running from 1 September to 30 June.

During the period from 1 July to 31 August, all Membership Benefits remain available; however, certain services, appointments, Workshops and events may operate on a reduced schedule or with reduced availability.

5.8

We reserve the right to amend the structure, format or duration of the Membership where reasonably necessary for operational, educational, legal or technical reasons.

Where such changes materially affect Your Membership, We will provide reasonable notice.

5.9

Membership fees are non-refundable once paid.

No full or partial refund will be issued in respect of any unused portion of a Membership or any unused Membership Benefits following cancellation or termination, except where required by applicable law.

6. Accounts and Platform Access

6.1

The DClinPsy Prep Pathway Membership is delivered through the ACPsych Hub.

6.2

The ACPsych Hub hosts a range of Memberships, Courses, resources and services. Access to particular areas of the ACPsych Hub will depend on the Membership, programme or products purchased.

6.3

Members are responsible for ensuring that the information provided when creating an account is accurate and kept up to date.

6.4

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of Your login details and for all activity carried out using Your account.

6.5

Your account and login details are personal to You and must not be shared, transferred, sold or otherwise made available to any other person.

6.6

Access to the ACPsych Hub and Membership Benefits may cease upon cancellation or termination in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.

7. Membership Benefits

7.1

Membership Benefits may include, but are not limited to:

a) online Courses, learning materials and self-directed activities;

b) Workshops, masterclasses and other live events;

c) Journal Club activities and reflective discussions;

d) community forums and networking opportunities;

e) Office Hours appointments;

f) Interview Coaching and career-development support;

g) Personal Statement Reviews and application support;

h) downloadable resources, templates and worksheets; and

i) certificates of completion, where applicable.

7.2

Certain Membership Benefits may be subject to additional terms, booking requirements, eligibility criteria or usage limits.

These will be communicated on the relevant booking, enrolment, course or activity pages.

8. Office Hours, Career Coaching and Interview Coaching

8.1

The DClinPsy Prep Pathway may include access to Office Hours, Career Coaching and Interview Coaching, depending on the Membership purchased.

8.2

Office Hours, Career Coaching and Interview Coaching are one-to-one mentoring sessions delivered by members of the ACPsych team.

They are designed to support reflection, learning, professional development and preparation for a career in clinical psychology.

8.3

Where included within the Membership, Members are entitled to a total of sixty minutes of one-to-one mentoring per calendar month.

This entitlement may be used as either:

a) one sixty-minute session; or

b) two thirty-minute sessions.

8.4

Members may choose which option they prefer each month; however, sessions cannot be combined or divided into alternative durations.

For example, Members cannot book one forty-five-minute session and one fifteen-minute session, one forty-minute session and one twenty-minute session, or any other combination of appointments that differs from the options set out above.

8.5

Sessions may be used to discuss topics including career planning, DClinPsy applications, relevant experience, reflective practice, interview preparation, professional development and personal or professional goals.

9. Appointment Bookings and Cancellation Policy

9.1

All Office Hours, Career Coaching and Interview Coaching sessions must be booked through the booking calendar made available on the ACPsych Hub.

9.2

Members are responsible for arranging, managing and, where necessary, cancelling or rescheduling their own appointments.

9.3

Members may cancel or reschedule appointments without penalty provided that at least forty-eight hours’ notice is given.

9.4

Where less than forty-eight hours’ notice is provided, ACPsych may be unable to accommodate the request.

In such circumstances, the appointment may be treated as having been used and may not be rearranged.

9.5

Failure to attend an appointment without prior notice may result in the session being forfeited.

9.6

Unused sessions cannot be carried forward, accumulated or exchanged for future months unless otherwise agreed by ACPsych in writing.

9.7

Where a Member chooses not to book their entitlement within the relevant calendar month, that entitlement will expire at the end of that month.

9.8

Exceptions to this policy may be made at ACPsych’s sole discretion in exceptional circumstances.

9.9

If ACPsych needs to cancel or rearrange an appointment, an alternative appointment will be offered as soon as reasonably practicable.

10. Personal Statement Reviews

10.1

Where included within the Membership, Members are entitled to up to two Personal Statement Reviews during each twelve-month Membership period.

10.2

The two reviews may be used for:

a) an initial submission and subsequent redraft; or

b) two separate applications.

10.3

Personal Statement Reviews may include annotated comments, reflective prompts, feedback on structure and clarity, suggestions for improvement, and comments relating to grammar, spelling and presentation.

10.4

Members are responsible for ensuring that Personal Statements and supporting documents are submitted in sufficient time to allow for review before any relevant application deadline.

10.5

ACPsych aims to return Personal Statement Reviews within ten working days of submission.

During peak periods, including the DClinPsy application season and summer months, turnaround times may be longer.

10.6

Unused Personal Statement Reviews cannot be carried forward beyond the Member’s current twelve-month Subscription Period unless otherwise agreed by ACPsych in writing.

11. Courses, Workshops and Journal Club

11.1

Where included within the Membership, Members will have access to Courses, Workshops and Journal Club activities made available through the ACPsych Hub.

11.2

Courses may consist of a combination of videos, written materials, reflective activities, assignments, quizzes, discussion forums and downloadable resources.

11.3

Workshops may be delivered live, pre-recorded or in a hybrid format.

Live Workshops are typically delivered through the ACPsych Hub using the BigBlueButton platform.

11.4

Journal Club activities are ordinarily delivered through discussion forums hosted on the ACPsych Hub.

11.5

Information relating to Workshops, including dates, times, facilitators and any preparatory materials, will normally be communicated to Members in advance.

Workshop schedules, Journal Club activities and delivery arrangements may change from time to time in response to operational requirements, staff availability and facilitator availability.

11.6

Members are responsible for ensuring that they have suitable internet access, equipment and any required materials needed to participate in Workshops.

Additional resources or preparatory materials may be made available before a Workshop, and Members are responsible for checking the ACPsych Hub, reviewing any such materials in advance and notifying ACPsych of any issues as soon as reasonably practicable.

11.7

Certain Courses, Workshops and Journal Club activities may have additional requirements or completion activities, which will be communicated on the relevant course, activity or booking pages.

12. Certificates and Course Completion

12.1

Certain Courses, Workshops and Journal Club activities may offer certificates of completion or participation.

12.2

The requirements for obtaining a certificate, including any attendance, completion, assessment or participation requirements, will be communicated on the relevant course or activity pages within the ACPsych Hub.

12.3

Members are responsible for ensuring that they have completed any requirements necessary to obtain a certificate.

12.4

Certificates are provided as evidence of participation or completion only and do not constitute a professional qualification, licence to practise, accreditation or endorsement by ACPsych.

12.5

ACPsych reserves the right to withhold, amend or withdraw certificates where We reasonably believe that completion requirements have not been met or that these Terms and Conditions have been breached.

13. Intellectual Property and Use of Materials

13.1

All Content made available through the ACPsych Hub, including Courses, Workshops, Journal Club materials, videos, recordings, documents, templates, downloads, graphics and other learning resources, remains the intellectual property of ACPsych or its licensors.

13.2

Members are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and use the Content for their own personal, educational and professional development purposes during their Membership.

13.3

Members must not copy, reproduce, distribute, publish, share, sell, adapt, record or otherwise make the Content available to any third party without the prior written consent of ACPsych.

13.4

Membership accounts, login credentials and access to the Content must not be shared with any other person.

13.5

Members must not upload, reproduce or distribute ACPsych materials on external websites, social media platforms, artificial intelligence tools or any other public or private platform without prior written permission.

13.6

Any unauthorised use of the Content may result in the suspension or termination of Membership and may give rise to legal action.

14. Acceptable Use

14.1

Members must use the ACPsych Hub, including all Courses, Workshops, Journal Club activities and discussion forums, in a lawful, respectful and professional manner.

14.2

Members must not engage in behaviour that is abusive, discriminatory, threatening, defamatory, harassing or otherwise inappropriate towards ACPsych staff, facilitators or other Members.

14.3

Members must not upload, post or distribute any material that is unlawful, offensive, misleading or infringes the rights of any third party.

14.4

Members must respect the confidentiality and privacy of other Members and must not share personal information, screenshots, recordings or other materials originating from ACPsych communities without the consent of the individuals concerned.

14.5

ACPsych reserves the right to remove Content, restrict access to community features or suspend Membership where We reasonably believe that a Member has breached this Section or otherwise acted in a manner that may adversely affect ACPsych, its staff or other Members.

14.6

Any suspension or restriction imposed under this Section shall not automatically entitle the Member to a refund or extension of their Membership.

15. Suspension and Termination

15.1

Members may cancel their Membership at any time in accordance with the cancellation procedures set out within their account.

Cancellation will take effect at the end of the current Subscription Period, and no further payments will be taken unless otherwise stated at the point of purchase.

15.2

Upon cancellation or termination of Membership, access to the ACPsych Hub and any Membership Benefits will cease at the end of the applicable Subscription Period.

15.3

ACPsych reserves the right to suspend, restrict or terminate a Membership immediately where We reasonably believe that a Member has:

a) breached these Terms and Conditions;

b) shared their account or login details with another person;

c) engaged in unlawful, abusive, discriminatory or inappropriate behaviour towards ACPsych staff, facilitators or other Members; or

d) used the ACPsych Hub or Membership Benefits in a manner that may harm ACPsych or other Members.

15.4

Where reasonably practicable, ACPsych will notify the Member of any suspension or termination and may, at its sole discretion, provide an opportunity to remedy the breach.

15.5

The suspension or termination of a Membership under this Section shall not automatically entitle the Member to a refund, extension or compensation.

15.6

Any provisions of these Terms and Conditions that are intended to survive cancellation or termination, including those relating to intellectual property, confidentiality and liability, shall continue in full force and effect following the termination of Membership.

16. Liability

16.1

ACPsych will use reasonable skill and care in providing the Membership and associated Membership Benefits.

16.2

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits any liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited under the laws of England and Wales.

16.3

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ACPsych shall not be liable for any indirect or consequential loss arising from the use of the ACPsych Hub, including, but not limited to, loss of opportunity, loss of earnings, loss of data or loss of business.

16.4

ACPsych does not guarantee that the ACPsych Hub, its Content or any Membership Benefits will be available without interruption or error, although We will make reasonable efforts to maintain and restore access where possible.

16.5

Members are responsible for ensuring that any information, resources or Membership Benefits provided by ACPsych are suitable for their own educational, professional and personal circumstances.

16.6

ACPsych shall not be responsible for any delays or failures resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including, but not limited to, technical failures, internet outages, illness, staff shortages or events affecting third-party providers.

17. Changes to These Terms and Conditions

17.1

ACPsych reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions from time to time where reasonably necessary to reflect changes in the law, operational requirements, Membership Benefits or the services provided through the ACPsych Hub.

17.2

Where material changes are made, ACPsych will take reasonable steps to notify Members in advance.

17.3

The most recent version of these Terms and Conditions will always be made available through the ACPsych Hub or the ACPsych website.

17.4

Continued use of the Membership following any changes to these Terms and Conditions shall constitute acceptance of the revised Terms.

18. General Provisions

18.1

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unlawful, invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

18.2

A failure by ACPsych to enforce any right or provision under these Terms and Conditions shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

18.3

These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between ACPsych and the Member in relation to the Membership and supersede any prior discussions, representations or agreements relating to the same subject matter.

18.4

No person other than ACPsych and the Member shall have any right to enforce any provision of these Terms and Conditions.

19. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

19.1

These Terms and Conditions, and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

19.2

The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms and Conditions.

Part C – Pathfinder Membership Terms and Conditions

1. Background

1.1

These Terms and Conditions govern Your purchase and use of the Pathfinder Membership (the “Membership”) provided by Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd.

1.2

The Membership is an educational and professional-development Membership designed to support aspiring clinical psychologists through access to Courses, Workshops, Journal Club activities, community discussions and learning resources.

1.3

The Membership is intended to provide educational and professional-development opportunities. It does not constitute therapy, psychological treatment, clinical supervision, academic tutoring or crisis support.

1.4

The Membership, including all Courses, Workshops, Journal Club activities, resources and discussions, is provided for educational and informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as medical, legal, financial or other professional advice.

1.5

ACPsych does not guarantee admission to a clinical psychology doctorate programme, employment, interviews or any other specific academic or professional outcome.

Progress and success depend on a range of personal, academic and professional factors.

1.6

By purchasing a Membership, You confirm that You have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

2. Definitions and Interpretation

2.1

In these Terms and Conditions, unless the context otherwise requires, the following expressions have the following meanings:

“ACPsych Hub” means the online learning platform through which the Membership and its associated Content are delivered.

“Content” means all materials made available through the ACPsych Hub, including Courses, Workshops, Journal Club activities, videos, recordings, documents, templates, downloads, graphics and other learning resources.

“Contract” means the agreement between ACPsych and the Member for the provision of the Membership.

“Data Protection Legislation” means all applicable data protection and privacy legislation in force in the United Kingdom from time to time, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation and the Data Protection Act 2018.

“Journal Club” means ACPsych’s research discussion and reflective learning activities delivered through the ACPsych Hub.

“Member” means any individual who has purchased or otherwise been granted access to the Membership.

“Membership” means the Pathfinder Membership provided by ACPsych.

“Membership Benefits” means the benefits, resources and services included within the Membership from time to time.

“Order Confirmation” means the email or notification confirming that a Membership purchase has been accepted.

“Subscription Period” means the monthly or annual period for which a Member has purchased the Membership.

“Workshop” means any live, pre-recorded or hybrid educational event made available as part of the Membership.

“We”, “Us” and “Our” mean Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd.

“You” and “Your” mean the Member purchasing or using the Membership.

3. Information About Us

3.1

The Pathfinder Membership is owned and operated by Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales under company number 14716528.

3.2

Our registered office and principal trading address is:

Aspiring Clinical Psych Ltd
167–169 Great Portland Street
5th Floor
London
W1W 5PF

3.3

You may contact Us:

a) by email at admin@aspiringclinicalpsych.com;

b) via the contact form available on Our website;

c) through the support and messaging functions available within the ACPsych Hub; or

d) via any live chat facilities made available by ACPsych from time to time.

3.4

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to enquiries within an appropriate timeframe, although response times may vary depending on operational requirements, staff availability and annual leave.

4. Membership Types and Duration

4.1

Pathfinder is available as either a monthly or annual Membership subscription.

4.2

Monthly Membership subscriptions renew automatically each month unless cancelled in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.

4.3

Annual Membership subscriptions renew automatically each year unless cancelled in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.

4.4

Access to the Membership and its associated Membership Benefits will begin upon enrolment.

4.5

Members are responsible for managing their subscription and cancelling any future renewals if they no longer wish to continue their Membership.

4.6

Cancellation will take effect at the end of the current Subscription Period, after which access to the Membership and its associated Membership Benefits will cease.

4.7

Membership fees are non-refundable once paid.

No full or partial refund will be issued in respect of any unused portion of a Membership or any unused Membership Benefits following cancellation or termination, except where required by applicable law.

4.8

The availability, frequency and format of Membership Benefits may vary from time to time in response to operational requirements, annual leave and facilitator availability.

4.9

ACPsych reserves the right to amend the structure, Content and operation of the Membership from time to time.

Any material changes will be communicated to Members where reasonably practicable.

5. Accounts and Platform Access

5.1

The Pathfinder Membership is delivered through the ACPsych Hub.

5.2

Members are responsible for ensuring that the information provided when creating an account is accurate and kept up to date.

5.3

Members are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of their login details and for all activity that takes place under their account.

5.4

Membership accounts are personal to the Member and must not be shared, transferred or made available to any other person.

5.5

Access to the ACPsych Hub and its associated Membership Benefits is limited to the Membership purchased and may be withdrawn upon cancellation or termination in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.

5.6

The ACPsych Hub hosts a range of Memberships, programmes and resources, and access to Content will depend on the Membership purchased.

6. Membership Benefits

6.1

Where included within the Membership, Members will receive access to a range of educational and professional-development opportunities made available through the ACPsych Hub.

6.2

Membership Benefits may include:

a) monthly Courses and learning materials;

b) Workshops;

c) Journal Club activities;

d) community discussion forums;

e) selected resources, including worksheets, templates and recordings;

f) certificates of completion, where applicable; and

g) member-only offers and discounts made available from time to time.

6.3

New Courses, resources and activities may be introduced throughout the year, although the Content, format and frequency of such materials may vary.

6.4

Membership Benefits are subject to change and may be amended, withdrawn or replaced from time to time in response to operational requirements, facilitator availability and the ongoing development of the Membership.

6.5

Certain Membership Benefits may be subject to additional requirements, which will be communicated on the relevant course, activity or booking pages.

7. Courses, Workshops and Journal Club

7.1

Where included within the Membership, Members will have access to Courses, Workshops and Journal Club activities made available through the ACPsych Hub.

7.2

Courses may consist of a combination of videos, written materials, reflective activities, assignments, quizzes, discussion forums and downloadable resources.

7.3

Workshops may be delivered live, pre-recorded or in a hybrid format.

Live Workshops are typically delivered through the ACPsych Hub using the BigBlueButton platform.

7.4

Journal Club activities are ordinarily delivered through discussion forums hosted on the ACPsych Hub.

7.5

Information relating to Workshops, including dates, times, facilitators and any preparatory materials, will normally be communicated to Members in advance.

Workshop schedules, Journal Club activities and delivery arrangements may change from time to time in response to operational requirements, staff availability and facilitator availability.

7.6

Members are responsible for ensuring that they have suitable internet access, equipment and any required materials needed to participate in Workshops.

Additional resources or preparatory materials may be made available before a Workshop, and Members are responsible for checking the ACPsych Hub, reviewing any such materials in advance and notifying ACPsych of any issues as soon as reasonably practicable.

7.7

Certain Courses, Workshops and Journal Club activities may have additional requirements or completion activities, which will be communicated on the relevant course, activity or booking pages.

8. Certificates and Course Completion

8.1

Certain Courses, Workshops and Journal Club activities may offer certificates of completion or participation.

8.2

The requirements for obtaining a certificate, including any attendance, completion, assessment or participation requirements, will be communicated on the relevant course or activity pages within the ACPsych Hub.

8.3

Members are responsible for ensuring that they have completed any requirements necessary to obtain a certificate.

8.4

Certificates are provided as evidence of participation or completion only and do not constitute a professional qualification, licence to practise, accreditation or endorsement by ACPsych.

8.5

ACPsych reserves the right to withhold, amend or withdraw certificates where completion requirements have not been met or where these Terms and Conditions have been breached.

9. Intellectual Property and Use of Materials

9.1

All Content made available through the ACPsych Hub, including Courses, Workshops, Journal Club activities, videos, recordings, documents, templates, downloads, graphics and other learning resources, remains the intellectual property of ACPsych or its licensors.

9.2

Members are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access and use the Content for their own personal, educational and professional-development purposes during their Membership.

9.3

Members must not copy, reproduce, distribute, publish, sell, adapt or otherwise make the Content available to any third party without the prior written consent of ACPsych.

9.4

Membership accounts, login credentials and access to the Content must not be shared with any other person.

9.5

The restrictions set out in this Section do not prevent Members from making reasonable personal notes, downloading materials expressly made available for download, or using the Content in any manner expressly authorised by ACPsych.

9.6

Any unauthorised use of the Content may result in the suspension or termination of Membership and may give rise to legal action.

10. Acceptable Use

10.1

Members must use the ACPsych Hub, including all Courses, Workshops, Journal Club activities and discussion forums, in a lawful, respectful and professional manner.

10.2

Members must not engage in behaviour that is abusive, discriminatory, threatening, defamatory, harassing or otherwise inappropriate towards ACPsych staff, facilitators or other Members.

10.3

Members must not upload, post or distribute any material that is unlawful, offensive, misleading or infringes the rights of any third party.

10.4

Members must respect the confidentiality and privacy of other Members and must not share personal information, screenshots, recordings or other materials originating from ACPsych communities without the consent of the individuals concerned.

10.5

ACPsych reserves the right to remove Content, restrict access to community features or suspend Membership where We reasonably believe that a Member has breached this Section or otherwise acted in a manner that may adversely affect ACPsych, its staff or other Members.

10.6

Any suspension or restriction imposed under this Section shall not automatically entitle the Member to a refund or extension of their Membership.

11. Suspension and Termination

11.1

Members may cancel their Membership at any time in accordance with the cancellation procedures set out within their account.

Cancellation will take effect at the end of the current Subscription Period.

11.2

Upon cancellation or termination of Membership, access to the ACPsych Hub and any Membership Benefits will cease at the end of the applicable Subscription Period.

11.3

ACPsych reserves the right to suspend, restrict or terminate a Membership immediately where We reasonably believe that a Member has:

a) breached these Terms and Conditions;

b) shared their account or login details with another person;

c) engaged in unlawful, abusive, discriminatory or inappropriate behaviour towards ACPsych staff, facilitators or other Members; or

d) used the ACPsych Hub or Membership Benefits in a manner that may harm ACPsych or other Members.

11.4

Where reasonably practicable, ACPsych will notify the Member of any suspension or termination and may, at its sole discretion, provide an opportunity to remedy the breach.

11.5

The suspension or termination of a Membership under this Section shall not automatically entitle the Member to a refund, extension or compensation.

11.6

Any provisions of these Terms and Conditions that are intended to survive cancellation or termination, including those relating to intellectual property, confidentiality and liability, shall continue in full force and effect following the termination of Membership.

12. Liability

12.1

ACPsych will use reasonable skill and care in providing the Membership and associated Membership Benefits.

12.2

Nothing in these Terms and Conditions excludes or limits any liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited under the laws of England and Wales.

12.3

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ACPsych shall not be liable for any indirect or consequential loss arising from the use of the ACPsych Hub, including, but not limited to, loss of opportunity, loss of earnings, loss of data or loss of business.

12.4

ACPsych does not guarantee that the ACPsych Hub, its Content or any Membership Benefits will be available without interruption or error, although We will make reasonable efforts to maintain and restore access where possible.

12.5

Members are responsible for ensuring that any information, resources or Membership Benefits provided by ACPsych are suitable for their own educational, professional and personal circumstances.

12.6

ACPsych shall not be responsible for any delays or failures resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including, but not limited to, technical failures, internet outages, illness, staff shortages or events affecting third-party providers.

13. Changes to These Terms and Conditions

13.1

ACPsych reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions from time to time where reasonably necessary to reflect changes in the law, operational requirements, Membership Benefits or the services provided through the ACPsych Hub.

13.2

Where material changes are made, ACPsych will take reasonable steps to notify Members in advance.

13.3

The most recent version of these Terms and Conditions will always be made available through the ACPsych Hub or the ACPsych website.

13.4

Continued use of the Membership following any changes to these Terms and Conditions shall constitute acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. General Provisions

14.1

If any provision of these Terms and Conditions is found to be unlawful, invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14.2

A failure by ACPsych to enforce any right or provision under these Terms and Conditions shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

14.3

These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between ACPsych and the Member in relation to the Membership and supersede any prior discussions, representations or agreements relating to the same subject matter.

14.4

No person other than ACPsych and the Member shall have any right to enforce any provision of these Terms and Conditions.

15. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

15.1

These Terms and Conditions, and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with them, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

15.2

The courts of England and Wales shall have exclusive jurisdiction to settle any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with these Terms and Conditions.