Understanding Our Refund and Withdrawal Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

National Institute for Health Technology (NIHT)

This Refund and Withdrawal Policy governs all educational programs, courses, training programs, self-study offerings, certificate programs, continuing education activities, and future educational offerings provided by the National Institute for Health Technology (NIHT).

By enrolling, making payment, accessing educational materials, participating in coursework, or utilizing any NIHT educational services, you agree to the terms outlined below.

 

1. Enrollment and Financial Responsibility

Enrollment in any NIHT program constitutes a contractual agreement between the student and NIHT.

Students are responsible for all tuition, fees, and financial obligations associated with their enrollment.

Program-specific inclusions, exclusions, requirements, and disclosures are described within each program's enrollment materials and student disclosures.

 

2. Non-Refundable Enrollment Deposits

Certain instructor-led programs may require a seat reservation or enrollment deposit.

Unless otherwise stated in writing, enrollment deposits are non-refundable and may be applied toward:

• Administrative processing

• Student onboarding

• Seat reservation

• Program preparation

Non-refundable deposits remain non-refundable regardless of:

• Change of plans

• Scheduling conflicts

• Financial hardship

• Failure to complete the program

• Employment outcomes

• Certification or licensure outcomes

 

3. Three (3) Business Day Refund Window

Students may request a refund within three (3) business days of enrollment ONLY IF:

• No online access has been granted

• No course materials have been accessed

• No educational services have been provided

• No physical materials have been shipped

If eligible, approved refunds may be subject to administrative processing fees.

Any non-refundable enrollment deposits remain non-refundable.

 

4. Digital Access and Delivery of Educational Services

Many NIHT programs include immediate access to proprietary educational materials.

Educational materials may include:

• Online modules

• Recorded lectures

• Videos

• Quizzes

• Examinations

• Downloadable resources

• Digital documents

• Student resources

• Educational content of any kind

Once access has been granted to any educational content, educational services shall be considered delivered.

Access to educational materials constitutes services rendered.

Once educational services have been delivered, all payments become non-refundable.

This applies regardless of:

• Whether materials were viewed

• Level of participation

• Student progress

• Personal circumstances

• Medical circumstances

• Employment changes

• Scheduling conflicts

 

5. Self-Study Programs

NIHT may offer self-paced educational programs, including but not limited to the:

Foundations of Modern Sleep Technology Self-Study Program (BRPT STAR Approved – SS016)

Self-study programs are digital educational products.

Access to self-study course materials constitutes delivery of educational services.

Once access has been granted, all payments become non-refundable in accordance with Section 4 of this policy.

Program-specific requirements, certificate requirements, and student responsibilities are outlined within the applicable program materials and student disclosures.

 

6. Physical Materials and Educational Supplies

Certain programs may include physical educational materials, textbooks, kits, supplies, uniforms, or other educational resources.

If physical materials are shipped:

• Items may be returned unused and unopened within seven (7) days of delivery

• Return shipping is the responsibility of the student

• Restocking fees may apply

• Opened, damaged, or used items are not eligible for refund

NIHT reserves the right to inspect all returned materials prior to approving any refund.

 

7. Payment Plans

Students enrolled under payment plans remain financially responsible for the entire tuition balance.

Failure to complete coursework does not eliminate payment obligations.

Failure to complete payments:

• Does not cancel enrollment

• Does not qualify for a refund

• Does not release the student from contractual obligations

NIHT reserves the right to:

• Suspend access to educational materials

• Withhold certificates

• Withhold transcripts

• Delay program completion processing

• Deny participation in additional services

• Pursue collections where permitted by law

 

8. Clinical Training and Externships

Programs that include clinical training, externships, or hands-on educational experiences may require scheduling with third-party facilities.

Scheduling is subject to:

• Site availability

• Facility requirements

• Student eligibility

• Program completion requirements

The following do not constitute grounds for a refund:

• Scheduling delays

• Travel expenses

• Lodging expenses

• Student availability

• Personal scheduling conflicts

 

9. Transfers and Deferrals

Students may request a transfer or deferral when permitted by the specific program.

Approval is solely at NIHT's discretion.

Transfers and deferrals:

• Are not guaranteed

• May incur administrative fees

• Do not qualify for refunds

• Do not reset refund eligibility

10. Failure to Complete a Program

No refunds will be issued for:

• Failure to complete coursework

• Failure to attend scheduled sessions

• Failure to complete clinical requirements

• Failure to pass examinations

• Failure to meet graduation requirements

• Withdrawal after access has been granted

• Personal scheduling conflicts

 

11. Certification, Licensure, Registration, and Employment Disclaimer

NIHT provides educational training designed to support professional development and educational advancement.

NIHT does not guarantee:

• Certification eligibility

• Examination passage

• Licensure approval

• Registration approval

• Employment placement

• Employment outcomes

Requirements established by employers, licensing boards, regulatory agencies, credentialing organizations, and certification bodies may change without notice.

Students are solely responsible for determining whether a program meets their individual educational and professional objectives.

 

12. State Authorization and Licensure Disclaimer

Educational, certification, registration, and licensure requirements vary by state and may change without notice.

NIHT does not represent or guarantee that completion of any program satisfies the requirements of any state licensing board, employer, regulatory agency, or credentialing organization.

Students are solely responsible for determining whether an NIHT program meets their educational, employment, certification, registration, or licensure goals.

 

13. Chargebacks and Payment Disputes

Students agree to contact NIHT directly to resolve concerns before initiating a chargeback, dispute, or payment reversal.

By enrolling, students acknowledge:

• This is a contractual agreement for educational services

• Digital content is delivered upon access

• Access constitutes services rendered

The following may be used as evidence of services rendered:

• Enrollment records

• Student Profile Forms

• Login records

• Course access records

• Quiz completion records

• Examination activity

• Downloads

• Certificates issued

Unauthorized chargebacks or payment disputes may result in:

• Immediate program termination

• Revocation of access

• Ineligibility for future enrollment

• Collection efforts for outstanding balances

• Administrative and legal recovery actions where permitted by law

 

14. Refund Processing

Approved refunds will be:

• Issued to the original payment method

• Processed within seven (7) to fourteen (14) business days

Third-party payment processing fees, including but not limited to Stripe, Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay, PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and similar providers, are non-refundable and may be deducted from eligible refunds.

 

15. Program-Specific Disclosures

NIHT programs vary in:

• Delivery format

• Educational support

• Clinical requirements

• Included materials

• Completion requirements

• Certificate requirements

Students are responsible for reviewing all program-specific disclosures, enrollment materials, and student policies applicable to their selected program.

Program-specific disclosures are incorporated into this policy by reference.

 

16. Policy Acknowledgment

By enrolling and/or accessing any educational materials, the student:

• Confirms they have read and understood this policy

• Accepts all terms and conditions

• Acknowledges that access constitutes services rendered

• Accepts responsibility for determining whether a program meets their individual educational and professional objectives

 

17. Policy Revisions

NIHT reserves the right to modify this policy at any time.

The most current version published on www.myniht.com shall govern all enrollments.

Continued participation constitutes acceptance of any updates.