NIC Terms of Use & Platform Agreement
Governing access to the National Institute of Caregivers website, student learning portal, digital verification registry, and accreditation services.
1. Introduction & Acceptance
Welcome to the digital platforms of the National Institute of Caregivers (NIC). These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and NIC. By accessing or using our student portals, verification tools, training programs, or facility accreditation services, you agree to comply fully with these Terms.
2. User Eligibility & Accounts
Access to NIC programs requires users to be at least 18 years of age or operating under authorized institutional sponsorship. Users are strictly responsible for maintaining account credential secrecy. Providing fraudulent identity data or misrepresenting professional qualifications will result in immediate account suspension and cancellation of certificates.
3. Verification & Digital Credentials
Official NIC certificates, academic transcripts, and badges feature embedded QR codes linked to our public verification registry. Public verification tools are provided for informational and employment validation purposes. Unauthorized duplication, tampering, or misrepresentation of NIC certificates is strictly prohibited and subject to legal prosecution under the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
4. Professional Disclaimer
NIC accreditation and training certificates demonstrate institutional competence and completion of standard caregiver curricula. NIC credentials do not replace statutory government licenses where explicitly mandated by law. NIC does not provide medical treatment or clinical diagnosis.
5. Governing Law
These Terms of Use and all associated platform operations are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.