Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Last updated: 22.07.2026

KBT Fagskole is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in a transparent and secure manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect personal information when you visit this website.

This website has been developed as part of a Nordplus-funded international project supporting Peer Support Worker education across the Nordic and Baltic region.

We process personal data in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Norwegian Personal Data Act (Personopplysningsloven).

2. Who We Are

KBT Fagskole acts as the data controller for the personal information collected through this website.

The website provides open educational resources, learning materials, practical guidelines and information developed through an international collaboration funded by the Nordplus programme.

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal information, you may contact us using the contact details provided on this website.

3. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to operate this website and respond to enquiries.

Depending on how you interact with the website, we may collect:

- Information you voluntarily provide through the contact form, such as your name, email address, organisation (if applicable) and message.
- Technical and device information automatically collected by your browser, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, device information and pages visited.
- Anonymous website usage statistics through Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use the website and improve its content and performance.

We do not require users to create an account or register in order to access or download learning resources.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect only for legitimate project and website purposes.

This includes:

- Responding to enquiries submitted through the contact form.
- Improving the usability, accessibility and performance of the website.
- Monitoring website traffic and usage patterns through anonymous analytics.
- Maintaining the security and reliability of the website.
- Providing access to learning materials and project information.

We do not sell, rent or use your personal information for advertising or marketing purposes.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Where personal information is processed, KBT Fagskole does so in accordance with Article 6 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Depending on the circumstances, processing is based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

- Your consent, where you voluntarily submit information through the contact form.
- Our legitimate interest in operating, maintaining and improving the website.
- Compliance with applicable legal obligations where required.

Personal information is processed only for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

6. Contact Form

When you contact us through the website, we collect the information you choose to provide, including your name, email address and message.

This information is used solely to respond to your enquiry and communicate with you regarding your request.

We do not use information submitted through the contact form for marketing purposes or share it with third parties unless required by law.

7. Learning Resources

The learning materials, documents and educational resources available on this website may be downloaded without creating an account.

We do not track which individual users download specific learning materials.

Some resources may contain links to external platforms or partner websites. KBT Fagskole is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

8. Cookies and Analytics

This website uses cookies and similar technologies. Further information about the cookies we use can be found in our Cookie Policy below.

9. Third-Party Services

This website includes content and services provided by trusted third-party providers.

These services may collect information according to their own privacy policies.

The website currently uses:

- YouTube, to display educational videos.
- Google Maps, to display location information.
- Google Analytics, to analyse anonymous website traffic.
- Webflow, which hosts and operates this website.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of these providers for further information about how they process personal data.

Some third-party providers may process personal information outside the European Economic Area (EEA). Where applicable, such providers are responsible for ensuring appropriate safeguards in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

10. International Data Transfers

Some of the third-party services used on this website, including Google and Webflow, may process personal information outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

Where personal data is transferred internationally, we rely on appropriate safeguards provided by the service providers in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the GDPR.

11. Sharing of Information

KBT Fagskole does not sell, rent or trade personal information.

Personal information may be shared only when necessary to:

- operate and maintain the website through trusted service providers;
- comply with applicable laws or legal obligations;
- protect the rights, safety or security of KBT Fagskole, project partners or website users.

Where third-party service providers process information on our behalf, they are required to handle personal data securely and in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

12. Data Storage and Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected or to comply with applicable legal requirements.

Information submitted through the contact form is retained only for as long as required to respond to enquiries and maintain appropriate project communication.

Anonymous analytics information may be retained for statistical purposes in accordance with the retention settings of Google Analytics.

13. Data Security

KBT Fagskole takes appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction.

While we strive to maintain a secure website and protect all personal information, no method of electronic transmission or online storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

14. Your Rights

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:

- request access to your personal information;

- request a copy of your personal data in a portable format, where applicable;
- request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
- request deletion of your personal information where applicable;
- object to or restrict certain types of processing;
- withdraw your consent where processing is based on consent;
- lodge a complaint with the Norwegian Data Protection Authority (Datatilsynet).

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, project activities or website functionality.

Any significant changes will be published on this page together with the updated revision date.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal information, please contact:

KBT Fagskole

Email: fagskole@kbtkompetanse.no

Phone: +47 973 41 833

Address: Sorgenfriveien 9, 7031 Trondheim

Website: kbtfagskole.no

17. Project Partners

This website has been developed as part of a Nordplus-funded international collaboration involving partner organisations from the Nordic and Baltic region.

While project partners may contribute educational materials and other content published on this website, KBT Fagskole remains the website operator and acts as the data controller for any personal information collected through this website unless otherwise stated.

This Privacy Policy applies solely to this website and does not extend to the privacy practices of partner organisations or any external websites.

Terms of Use

1. Introduction

Last updated: 22.07.2026

Welcome to the KBT Fagskole project website.

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of this website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from using the website.

2. Purpose of the Website

This website has been developed to provide information, learning materials and educational resources as part of a Nordplus-funded international project supporting Peer Support Worker education across the Nordic and Baltic region.

The website is intended for educators, learners, project partners and other individuals interested in the development of Peer Support Worker education.

3. Use of Learning Materials

The learning materials, documents, videos and other educational resources published on this website are provided to support learning, teaching and professional development.

Unless otherwise stated, users may:

- access and download materials free of charge;
- use the materials for personal, educational and other non-commercial purposes;
- share links to publicly available resources.

Users may not:

- sell or commercially exploit the materials;
- claim authorship of materials created by KBT Fagskole or the project partners;
- remove copyright notices or other ownership information where provided.

4. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content published on this website, including text, graphics, educational resources, documents, videos, logos and design elements, is the intellectual property of KBT Fagskole or the respective project partners.

Content may not be reproduced, modified, distributed or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission from the relevant rights holder.

5. User Responsibilities

By using this website, you agree to use its content responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws.

Users must not:

- use the website for unlawful or fraudulent purposes;
- interfere with the operation or security of the website;
- attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website or its systems;
- distribute malicious software or harmful content through the website;
- infringe the intellectual property rights of KBT Fagskole, project partners or other third parties.

Users are responsible for ensuring that their use of the website complies with all applicable laws and regulations.

6. External Links

This website may include links to external websites and third-party services for additional information, educational resources or project-related content.

KBT Fagskole does not control and is not responsible for the availability, accuracy, security or privacy practices of external websites. Accessing third-party websites is done at your own discretion and subject to their own terms and privacy policies.

7. Disclaimer

The information and educational materials provided on this website are intended for general educational and informational purposes only.

While KBT Fagskole and the project partners make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information published on this website is accurate and up to date, no guarantee is given regarding its completeness, accuracy or suitability for any particular purpose.

Users are responsible for evaluating the relevance and applicability of the information to their own circumstances.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, KBT Fagskole shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, this website or its educational materials.

Nothing in these Terms of Use limits liability where such limitation is prohibited by applicable law.

9. Changes to These Terms

KBT Fagskole reserves the right to update or modify these Terms of Use at any time to reflect changes in legislation, project activities or website functionality.

The most recent version will always be published on this page together with the latest revision date.

10. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Norway.

Any disputes arising in connection with the use of this website shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the Norwegian courts, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

Cookie Policy

Last updated: 22.07.2026

This Cookie Policy explains how KBT Fagskole uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit this website.

By using this website, you can choose whether to allow the use of non-essential cookies through our cookie banner. Essential cookies are always enabled because they are necessary for the website to function properly.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They help websites function correctly, remember user preferences and provide information about how visitors use a website.

Cookies do not normally identify you directly, but they may be associated with information relating to your device or browsing activity.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

This website may use the following categories of cookies:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the operation, security and basic functionality of the website. They cannot be disabled through the website.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the website. They collect aggregated and anonymous information, allowing us to improve website performance and user experience.

Embedded Content Cookies

Some pages may include content provided by third-party services such as YouTube or Google Maps. These services may place cookies on your device in accordance with their own privacy policies.

3. Third-Party Cookies

This website may use third-party services that place or access cookies, including:

- Google Analytics
- YouTube
- Google Maps

These providers are responsible for the cookies they set and for the processing of any personal data collected through their services.

4. Managing Cookies

You can manage or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time through the cookie banner or by adjusting your browser settings.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and performance of this website.

5. Changes to This Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, website functionality or the services we use.

The latest version will always be available on this page together with the revision date.

6. Contact

If you have any questions regarding our use of cookies, please contact:

KBT Fagskole

Email: fagskole@kbtkompetanse.no

Phone: +47 973 41 833

Address: Sorgenfriveien 9, 7031 Trondheim

Accessibility Statement

Last updated: 22.07.2026

KBT Fagskole is committed to making this website accessible and inclusive for all users, regardless of their abilities, technologies or individual needs.

We believe that educational resources should be available to everyone and continuously work to improve the accessibility, usability and overall user experience of this website.

1. Our Commitment

We aim to design and maintain this website in accordance with recognised accessibility principles and best practices.

Where possible, we strive to meet the requirements of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA to ensure that our content is accessible to a wide range of users, including people who use assistive technologies.

2. Accessibility Features

This website has been designed with accessibility in mind and includes features such as:

- clear and consistent navigation;
- readable typography and sufficient colour contrast;
- responsive layouts for different screen sizes;
- alternative text for meaningful images where appropriate;
- keyboard-accessible navigation where possible;
- compatibility with common screen readers and assistive technologies.

We continue to improve accessibility as the website evolves.

3. Known Limitations

Although we aim to make all content accessible, some third-party services or embedded content may not fully meet accessibility standards.

Where accessibility limitations are identified, we will make reasonable efforts to improve them or provide alternative ways to access the information whenever possible.

4. Feedback

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of this website.

If you experience any accessibility barriers or have difficulty accessing information, please contact us. We will do our best to provide the information in an alternative format or resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

5. Contact

If you have any questions or suggestions regarding the accessibility of this website, please contact:

KBT Fagskole

Email: fagskole@kbtkompetanse.no

Phone: +47 973 41 833

Address: Sorgenfriveien 9, 7031 Trondheim

Review of This Statement

This Accessibility Statement may be updated periodically to reflect improvements to the website, changes in accessibility standards or updates to applicable legislation.

The latest version will always be available on this page.