national society of orthopedic medical assistants

Privacy Policy

National Society of Orthopedic Medical Assistants (NSOMA)
Effective Date: June 2026

Introduction

The National Society of Orthopedic Medical Assistants (NSOMA) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information obtained through NSOMA.org and related services.

By using our website, becoming a member, registering for certification programs, attending educational events, or otherwise interacting with NSOMA, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

Name

Mailing address

Email address

Telephone number

Employer or educational institution

Professional credentials

Membership information

Certification and examination information

Continuing education records

Website Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address

Browser type

Device information

Pages visited

Referral sources

Website usage statistics

This information helps us improve the user experience and website functionality.

How We Use Your Information

NSOMA may use collected information to:

Process membership applications

Manage certification and examination programs

Provide educational resources and services

Issue certificates and continuing education credits

Respond to inquiries and customer service requests

Send newsletters, announcements, and educational updates

Improve website functionality and user experience

Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

Email Communications

Members and website visitors may receive:

Membership updates

Educational announcements

Certification information

Event notifications

Industry news and updates

Recipients may unsubscribe from promotional communications at any time using the unsubscribe link provided in emails.

Information Sharing

NSOMA does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

We may share information with trusted service providers who assist in:

Website hosting

Payment processing

Email communications

Event registration

Certification administration

These providers are authorized to use information only as necessary to perform services on behalf of NSOMA.

Payment Information

When payments are processed through third-party payment providers, NSOMA does not store complete credit card information on its servers. Payment transactions are processed through secure, industry-standard payment platforms.

Data Security

NSOMA employs reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

While we strive to protect information, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Cookies and Analytics

NSOMA.org may use cookies and analytics tools to:

Improve website performance

Analyze visitor behavior

Remember user preferences

Enhance website functionality

Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. NSOMA is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of external websites.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.

Children's Privacy

NSOMA services are intended for individuals 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.

Your Rights

You may request to:

Access your personal information

Correct inaccurate information

Update your membership records

Opt out of marketing communications

Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

NSOMA reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Continued use of the website following changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Information

National Society of Orthopedic Medical Assistants (NSOMA)