Terms and Conditions for learn.crenc.org

Welcome to learn.crenc.org, an online learning platform operated by Clinical Research Education, Networking and Consultancy (CRENC) (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, including all courses, webinars, resources, and related services (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms form a legal agreement between you (“you” or “User”) and CRENC. We may update these Terms from time to time, and the updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

2. Eligibility

To use our Services, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old or have parental/guardian consent if younger.
  • Provide accurate and complete information when creating an account or subscribing to updates.
  • Not be prohibited from using the Services under applicable laws.

3. Account Registration and Security

  • Account Creation: You may need to create an account to access certain features, such as courses or webinars. You agree to provide accurate information and keep it updated.
  • Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your username and password. Notify us immediately at [email protected] if you suspect unauthorized use of your account. We are not liable for losses due to unauthorized access resulting from your failure to secure your account.
  • Single User: Accounts are for individual use only and may not be shared.

4. Use of Services

  • Permitted Use: You may use the Services for personal, non-commercial educational purposes, such as learning research methods, ethics, and related skills.
  • Prohibited Use: You agree not to:
    • Copy, distribute, or reproduce course materials without permission.
    • Use the Services for unlawful, harmful, or fraudulent purposes.
    • Attempt to disrupt, hack, or interfere with the website’s functionality.
    • Use automated tools (e.g., bots) to access or scrape content.
    • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation.

5. Intellectual Property

  • Ownership: All content on learn.crenc.org, including courses, webinars, text, images, and logos, is owned by CRENC or its licensors and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
  • License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the content for your personal education. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without our written consent.
  • User Contributions: If you submit feedback, comments, or other content, you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display it for improving our Services.

6. Free Courses and Availability

  • No Fees: Currently, courses like the Monday Research Training 2025 are offered free of charge, as indicated on the site.
  • Availability: We strive to keep Services accessible but may modify, suspend, or discontinue them at our discretion without prior notice. We are not liable for any interruptions or unavailability.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Services include social sharing features linking to third-party platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn). These platforms operate under their own terms and policies, and we are not responsible for their content or practices.

8. Disclaimers

  • Educational Purpose: The Services are provided for educational purposes only and do not constitute professional medical, legal, or research advice.
  • As-Is Basis: The Services are offered “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of accuracy, completeness, or fitness for a particular purpose.
  • No Guarantee: We do not guarantee specific outcomes from using our courses or resources.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CRENC, its affiliates, and employees will not be liable for:

  • Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (e.g., lost data, profits) arising from your use of the Services.
  • Damages exceeding $50 USD or the amount you paid us (if any), whichever is greater.
    This limitation applies even if we were advised of the possibility of such damages.

10. Termination

  • By You: You may stop using the Services and delete your account at any time.
  • By Us: We may suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms, engage in illegal activity, or for any reason at our discretion, with or without notice.
  • Effect: Upon termination, your right to use the Services ends, but these Terms’ provisions on intellectual property, liability, and disputes survive.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

  • Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of Cameroon.
  • Disputes: Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Services will be resolved through negotiation in good faith. If unsuccessful, disputes will be submitted to the courts of Yaoundé, Cameroon.

12. Miscellaneous

  • Entire Agreement: These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the full agreement between you and CRENC regarding the Services.
  • Severability: If any provision is found invalid, the remaining provisions remain enforceable.
  • No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right does not waive that right.

13. Contact Information

For questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:
Clinical Research Education, Networking and Consultancy (CRENC)
📍 Rue 1.354, Nouvelle route Omnisport, P.O. Box: 3787, Yaoundé, Cameroon
📧 [email protected]
📞 +237 222315567
🌐 www.crenc.org

Effective Date: March 11, 2025