Terms & Conditions

July 6, 2026

Introduction

All programs, content, and/or services provided are owned by the Company (doing business as ‘Westmont Graduate University’, collectively referred to as “Company” or “we” or “us” or “our”). The term “you” or “your” refers to any user or purchaser of said program(s), product(s), PhD Program(s), or Service(s) (the “PhD Program”). These Terms and Conditions of Use (“Terms”) govern and define how you are allowed to use and access Company’s PhD Program. We reserve the right to update and change these Terms at any time, and will update them accordingly with the ‘date last updated’ at the top of this page. 

Certain names, trademarks, intellectual property, or materials associated with “Sexual Health Alliance” may appear in connection with the Company’s Program(s). These are used under a limited, non-exclusive license granted to the Company by the respective intellectual property owners. The use of such materials does not imply and does not provide control by SHA over this Company or its offerings. 

Furthermore, participation in this PhD Program does not constitute enrollment in any SHA Certification Program. Students interested in such Certifications must pursue them independently and directly through the appropriate organization.

Terms of this Program and Program Purchaser Agreement

By purchasing, accessing, or using the Program, you affirmatively agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any of our Terms, please email us at support@clinicalphd.com and we will make reasonable efforts to remove your name, email, and access.

These Terms require the use of arbitration to resolve disputes and class action waiver terms apply. You and the Company agree to submit unresolved disputes to an arbitrator and to comply with the sections below.

Your Program Use and Consent 

When you purchased a PhD Program from us, you were given reasonable notice that these Terms existed. By moving forward with your purchase of the PhD Program and further access of the content and services, you agreed and continue to agree to abide by these Terms as well as any disclaimers and privacy disclosures contained in these Terms. 

You agree you are at least 18 years old or of legal age in your applicable jurisdiction to access the PhD Program. Access of our Program(s) and related materials by a minor is a violation of use, and we reserve the right to terminate your access if such an issue is discovered. 

License(s)

Limited License. Subject to and in accordance with these Terms and other guidelines or instructions we include in the Program, we grant you a limited, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, non-exclusive, revocable license (“License”) to make individual use of the PhD Program. Your purchase of the PhD Program only entitles you to view that Program in accordance with the foregoing License, and is not a purchase of the software or content constituting or included within. More specifically, unless explicitly authorized in these Terms or by the owner of the materials, you may not modify, copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, transmit, translate, sell, create derivative works, exploit, or distribute in any manner or medium (including by email or other electronic means) any material from the PhD Program. You may, however, from time to time, download and/or print one copy of the individual pages of the content for your individual use, provided that you keep intact all copyright and other proprietary notices.

The License is for individual use. You may not assign or transfer any of your rights or obligations under this Section or these Terms to any person or entity and any attempt to do so is void. You may not share access to the PhD Program, content, or jointly view PhD Program materials, modules, or content with another user at any time. You may not broadcast the PhD Program to others.

AI Confidentiality: To protect the integrity and confidentiality of the course content, you agree not to upload, input, share, or otherwise submit any part of the course materials to any artificial intelligence (AI) tools, large language models (LLMs), machine learning platforms, or similar technologies for training, analysis, or any other purpose. Violation of this clause may result in immediate termination and potential legal action for breach of contract.

We reserve the right to terminate your access to the PhD Program at any time if we find that you have violated these Terms. 

Tuition, Fees and Refunds

Tuition: Tuition for the PhD Program are set forth on the Website and in the Student Handbook. The Company reserves the right to revise the tuition or tuition plan options at any time prior to accepting an Order.

Please note that there is a $50 non-refundable fee due at the time of application.

Refunds: Students are eligible for refunds as outlined in the Student Handbook.

Withdrawal and Termination

You have the right to terminate your use and access to the Program. Students are eligible for withdrawal as outlined in the Student Handbook.

The Company has the right to terminate this agreement and/or your enrollment. Refer to the Student Handbook for details.

Program Extension

The PhD Program is meant to be completed between 24 and 36 months. However, you have the ability to remain in the PhD Program and have access to the course material beyond this timeline. Refer to the Student Handbook for details.

Pausing and Restarting the Program

Refer to the Student Handbook for details.

Our Right to Terminate

The Company also has the right to terminate your enrollment and access to our Program at any time and for any reason. In the event we decide to terminate your enrollment, your access will be revoked. In cases of termination due to material breach of these Terms, no refund shall be provided. Otherwise, pro-rata refunds may apply.

You agree not to make knowingly false or malicious statements about the Company.

Educational Status and Accreditation Notice

Westmont Graduate University is a private post-secondary, degree-granting educational institution but is not accredited by any agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. As such, the Program offered is not accredited or approved by any governmental accrediting body. Any degree, diploma, certificate, or title conferred by the Company is for educational and professional development purposes only and may not be accepted by some employers, state licensing agencies, academic institutions, or governmental bodies.

We make no representations that the PhD or other titles issued through the Program will qualify participants for licensure, credentialing, or employment in any regulated field. Students are solely responsible for determining whether participation in the PhD Program or use of any credential issued will meet the requirements of any applicable professional or licensing body. The University is not a Title IV institution and does not participate in federal student aid programs.

Links to Other Websites

Our websites and content may contain links to third-party web sites or services that are not owned or controlled by the Company.

The Company has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third party web sites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that the Company shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods or services available on or through any such web sites or services. We advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party web sites or services that you visit.

Accessibility Statement

The Company is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible learning environment for all students, participants, and users of our Programs and Services. We strive to ensure that our online platforms, learning content, and communications are accessible to individuals with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws and best practices.

If you encounter any barriers to access, or if you require accommodations to fully participate in our educational offerings due to a disability or medical condition, please contact us at support@clinicalphd.com. We will make reasonable efforts to provide appropriate accommodations or alternative formats in a timely manner.

We regularly review our digital assets for accessibility improvements and welcome feedback to help us maintain an equitable and inclusive experience for all learners.

Limitation of Liability; Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold the Company and its Subsidiaries and each of their directors, officers, agents, contractors, partners and employees, harmless from and against any loss, liability, claim, demand, damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees, arising out of or in connection with your purchase or use of any Programs or Services, your attendance at or participation in Events, or any violation of these Terms or of any law or the rights of any third party.

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall the Company or its directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors or suppliers be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential damages whatsoever including, but not limited to, damages for loss of profits, loss of data or other information, for business interruption, for personal injury, loss of privacy arising out of or in any way related to your purchase or use of any Programs or Services, registration for, attendance at or participation in Events, inability to use the Services, third-party software and/or third-party hardware used with the Services, or otherwise in connection with any provision of these Terms (however caused and on any theory of liability, including negligence), even if the Company or any supplier is aware or has been advised of the possibility of such damages and even if the remedy fails of its essential purpose.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, our liability to you for any cause whatsoever, and regardless of the form of the action, will at all times be limited to the amount paid by you to us for the relevant Goods, Programs, Services, or Events, but in no case will our liability to you exceed USD100. You acknowledge that if no amount is paid by you to us for the Goods, Services, Programs, or Events, your remedy shall be limited to injunctive relief only unless otherwise permitted by law, and you shall not be entitled to damages of any kind from us, regardless of the cause of action.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitation of liability for incidental or consequential damages, which means that some of the above limitations may not apply. In these states, each party's liability will be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.Refer to the Student Handbook for the governing law, venue, and applicable jurisdiction.

Disputes Resolution, Binding Arbitration and Class Action Waiver

In the event of any dispute between you and the Company, send a notice of dispute to admin@clinicalphd.com. In the notice, provide your name, address, contact details, a description of the dispute, and the outcome you seek. You and the Company agree to attempt for 60 days, after the Company’s receipt of a notice of dispute, to resolve informally any such dispute.

If the dispute is not resolved, YOU AND THE COMPANY AGREE TO GIVE UP ANY RIGHTS TO LITIGATE CLAIMS IN A COURT OR BEFORE A JURY, OR TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION OR REPRESENTATIVE ACTION WITH RESPECT TO A CLAIM. OTHER RIGHTS THAT YOU WOULD HAVE IF YOU WENT TO COURT MAY ALSO BE UNAVAILABLE OR MAY BE LIMITED IN ARBITRATION.

ANY CLAIM, DISPUTE OR CONTROVERSY (WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, WHETHER PRE-EXISTING, PRESENT OR FUTURE, AND INCLUDING STATUTORY, CONSUMER PROTECTION, COMMON LAW, INTENTIONAL TORT, INJUNCTIVE AND EQUITABLE CLAIMS) BETWEEN YOU AND US ARISING FROM OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THIS WEBSITE OR ANY OTHER OF OUR WEBSITES, THE SERVICES, THE EVENTS OR YOUR REGISTRATION FOR, ATTENDANCE AT, OR PARTICIPATION IN EVENTS, OR YOUR PURCHASE, ACCESS, VIEWING, OR USE OF PRODUCTS OR SERVICES THROUGH ANY OF OUR WEBSITES WILL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY AND FINALLY BY BINDING ARBITRATION BEFORE THE AMERICAN ARBITRATION ASSOCIATION ("AAA") UNDER THE FEDERAL ARBITRATION ACT ("FAA").

The arbitration will be administered by the AAA in accordance with the Consumer Arbitration Rules (the "AAA Rules") then in effect, except as modified by this Section . (The AAA Rules are available atadr.org or by calling the AAA at 1-800-778-7879.) The FAA will govern the interpretation and enforcement of this Section 17.

A neutral arbitrator will decide and the arbitrator’s decision will be final except for a limited right of review under the FAA. The arbitrator will have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to arbitrability and/or enforceability of this arbitration provision, including any unconscionability challenge or any other challenge that the arbitration provision or the Agreement is void, voidable or otherwise invalid. The arbitrator will be empowered to grant whatever relief would be available in court under law or in equity. Any award of the arbitrator(s) will be final and binding on each of the parties and may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction. THE ARBITRATOR MAY AWARD DECLARATORY OR INJUNCTIVE RELIEF ONLY TO YOU INDIVIDUALLY TO SATISFY YOUR INDIVIDUAL CLAIM, BUT NOT RELIEF THAT WOULD AFFECT NON-PARTIES.

If you prevail on any claim that affords the prevailing party attorneys' fees, the arbitrator may award reasonable fees to you under the standards for fee shifting provided by law.

You may elect to pursue your claim in court rather than arbitration if you provide us with written notice of your intention to do so within 30 days of your purchase. Any such court proceeding will be limited solely to your individual dispute or controversy.

You agree to an arbitration on an individual basis. In any dispute, NEITHER YOU NOR THE COMPANY WILL BE ENTITLED TO JOIN OR CONSOLIDATE CLAIMS BY OR AGAINST OTHER CUSTOMERS IN COURT OR IN ARBITRATION OR OTHERWISE PARTICIPATE IN ANY CLAIM AS A CLASS REPRESENTATIVE, CLASS MEMBER, OR IN A PRIVATE ATTORNEY GENERAL CAPACITY. The arbitral tribunal may not consolidate more than one person's claims, and may not otherwise preside over any form of a representative or class proceeding. The arbitral tribunal has no power to consider the enforceability of this class arbitration waiver and any challenge to the class arbitration waiver may only be raised in a court of competent jurisdiction.

If your dispute notice involves claims similar to those of at least 5 other customers, and if you and those other customers are represented by the same lawyers, or by lawyers who are coordinating with each other, you and we agree that these claims will be “Related Cases.” You and we agree that the AAA’s Mass Arbitration Supplementary Rules in effect when the Demand for Arbitration is filed, as modified by this Section 17, will apply to Related Cases. Related Cases may only be filed in batches of up to 30 individual arbitrations at a time, and those individual arbitrations will be resolved in the following manner: (i) for the first batch, each side may select up to 15 of these Related Cases to be filed and resolved in individual arbitrations under this Section 17; (ii) none of the other Related Cases may be filed or prosecuted in arbitration until the first batch of up to 30 individual arbitrations is resolved; and (iii) if, after that first batch, the parties are unable to resolve the remaining Related Cases, a second batch of Related Cases may be filed, where each side may select up to 15 of the Related Cases to be resolved in individual arbitrations under this Section. This process of batched individual arbitrations will continue until the parties resolve all Related Cases informally or through individual arbitrations. A court has exclusive authority to enforce this paragraph, including whether it applies to a given set of claims, and to enjoin the filing or prosecution of arbitrations that do not comply with this paragraph.

In these Terms, the term “Dispute” will have the broadest possible interpretation and will include any claim or controversy between you and us regarding these Terms, our Websites, the Services, the Events, the Goods, the price of the Services, Events, or Goods, your use of the Services or Goods or attendance at or participation in Events, your account on our websites, marketing, communications, your purchase transaction, or billing, under any legal theory including contract, warranty, tort, statute, or regulation, except disputes relating to the enforcement or validity of our or our licensors’ intellectual property rights.

If any provision of this arbitration agreement is found unenforceable, the unenforceable provision will be severed and the remaining arbitration terms will be enforced.

BY ACCEPTING THESE TERMS, YOU WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO RESOLVE DISPUTES AS A CLASS MEMBER OR THROUGH CONSOLIDATED PROCEEDINGS.

Earnings, Completion and Licensure Disclaimer

Completion of the Program does not grant any licensure, nor guarantee any professional licensure, employment, increased earning potential, or results. 

Continuing Education Credits

The Company partners with the Sexual Health Alliance to allow students to attend online events and receive Continuing Education Units (CEs) needed for state licenses and national certifications. Any CEs issued, along with potential AASECT Supervision hours, are provided by Sexual Health Alliance under their respective approval as a Continuing Education Provider. Questions about CEs should be directed to that respective provider.

Assignment

We may assign these Terms, in whole or in part, at any time without notice to you. You will not assign any of your rights or delegate any of your obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. Any purported assignment or delegation in violation of this prohibition is null and void. No assignment or delegation relieves you of any of your obligations under these Terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable, invalid, void or illegal, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect, failing which that provision will be deemed severed from these Terms and will not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions of these Terms.

Waiver

Except as provided herein, the failure to exercise a right or to require performance of an obligation under these Terms shall not affect a party's ability to exercise such right or require such performance at any time thereafter nor shall the waiver of a breach constitute a waiver of any subsequent breach. The waiver by the Company of any right or provision will be effective only if in writing and signed by a duly authorized representative of the Company.

Changes to These Terms or the Services

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to change or replace these Terms at any time. If a change is material, we will make reasonable efforts to tell you. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion.

By continuing to access or use our websites, online platform, PhD Program, other Programs, or Services after those changes become effective, you agree to be bound by the new Terms. If you do not agree to the new Terms, in whole or in part, you must stop using our websites, Programs and Services.

We may sometimes need to change or remove features of the Services or stop providing the Services partially or totally. Except to the extent required by law, we have no obligation to provide replacements for those features or the Services.