Training Partner Agreement Template

TRAINING PARTNER AGREEMENT

Parties

Recitals and Effective Date

This Training Partner Agreement (the Agreement) is entered into by and between the Program Provider named above and the Training Partner named above. The parties agree that the Provider will appoint the Training Partner to deliver the training program described in this Agreement on the terms set forth herein. The Effective Date of this Agreement is .

Program Details

Program Start Date:    Program End Date: . Location(s) of delivery:

Responsibilities of the Training Partner

The Training Partner shall: (a) deliver the Program in accordance with the curriculum, schedule and learning outcomes approved by the Provider; (b) ensure all trainers hold the qualifications represented to the Provider and maintain all required background checks, clearances and licenses; (c) maintain accurate records of attendance, assessment results and learner communications and provide copies to the Provider upon request; and (d) comply with all applicable laws, regulatory requirements and accreditation standards relevant to Program delivery.

Responsibilities of the Provider

The Provider shall: (a) supply the official curriculum, assessment criteria and certificate templates; (b) review and approve candidate assessment results prior to certificate issuance; (c) provide access to Provider materials and trainer guidance as reasonably required; and (d) make timely payment to the Training Partner in accordance with the Fees and Payment provisions below.

Students, Enrolment and Certificates

The parties acknowledge that enrollment of learners shall be conducted in accordance with Provider policies. Certificates of completion or competency will only be issued by the Provider following verification of assessments and compliance with attendance and assessment criteria. The Training Partner shall keep secure student records for a minimum of years and shall provide copies on reasonable request.

Fees, Invoicing and Payment

Payment shall be made as follows (check applicable):
Upfront prior to commencement
Installments per agreed schedule
Payable on completion of Program and Provider approval

Quality Assurance, Monitoring and Audit

The Provider shall have the right to monitor delivery and to audit Training Partner records relating to the Program. Audits will be scheduled with not less than days' prior written notice, except in cases of suspected non-compliance where immediate audit rights apply. The Training Partner shall promptly remedy any deficiencies identified by the Provider and shall bear the cost of remedial actions where such deficiencies arise from the Training Partner's failure to comply with this Agreement.

Confidentiality and Data Protection

Each party shall maintain the confidentiality of Confidential Information disclosed by the other party and shall not use such information except for the performance of this Agreement. The Training Partner shall process personal data of learners only on documented instructions from the Provider and shall implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized processing, loss or destruction.

Training Partner confirms consent to share learner records with Provider for certification and audit purposes.

Intellectual Property and Materials

All Provider-owned course materials, trademarks and intellectual property remain the sole property of the Provider. The Training Partner is granted a limited, non-transferable license to use Provider materials solely for delivery of the Program during the Term. The Training Partner shall not reproduce, distribute or modify Provider materials except as expressly authorized in writing.

Insurance and Indemnity

The Training Partner shall maintain and provide evidence of insurance including public liability, professional indemnity and workers' compensation coverage at levels sufficient for the activities carried out under this Agreement. Minimum combined single limit for professional indemnity and public liability shall be unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Each party shall indemnify, defend and hold the other harmless from and against any third-party claims, liabilities, losses or expenses arising from the indemnifying party's negligence, willful misconduct, breach of this Agreement or violation of law in connection with Program delivery, except to the extent caused by the other party's breach or negligence.

Termination

This Agreement may be terminated by either party for convenience upon days' written notice. Either party may terminate immediately for material breach, insolvency or where required by law. On termination the Training Partner shall cease use of Provider materials and return or destroy confidential information and learner records as directed by the Provider.

Warranties, Representations and Disclaimers

Each party warrants that it has the authority to enter into this Agreement and will comply with applicable laws. The Training Partner warrants that training services will be performed with reasonable skill and care and in accordance with the Provider's standards. Except as expressly set out in this Agreement, no party makes any other warranty, express or implied.

Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

The parties shall attempt to resolve disputes by good faith negotiation. If unresolved within 30 days, disputes shall be referred to mediation prior to any court proceedings. This Agreement is governed by the laws of .

Notices

All notices under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the contact details set out in the Parties section above, or to such other address as either party may designate by notice.

General Provisions

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter and supersedes prior agreements. No amendment shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties. The rights and obligations of the parties under this Agreement are not assignable without the prior written consent of the other party, except that Provider may assign to an affiliate or successor.

Acknowledgment

By signing below the parties confirm that they have read and understood this Agreement, that the representations and warranties contained herein are true and correct, and that they agree to be bound by its terms.

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