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Declaration of Ethical Conduct, Impartiality & Confidentiality

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The Jamaica Tertiary Education Commission (JTEC) is committed to carrying out all certification and inspection activities with the highest standards of ethics, impartiality, and confidentiality. This commitment applies to all stages of our work, from application and assessment to decision-making and ongoing monitoring.

The Three Pillars

Core Commitments

01 — Pillar One

Our Commitment to Ethical Conduct

We conduct all activities with professionalism, integrity, and respect for every client and stakeholder. All decisions are made honestly, fairly, and in accordance with our policies and the requirements of international standards.

02 — Pillar Two

Our Commitment to Impartiality

We make decisions independently and objectively, ensuring they are free from bias, undue influence, or conflicts of interest. We actively identify and manage any circumstances that could compromise impartiality.

03 — Pillar Three

Our Commitment to Confidentiality

We treat all proprietary, personal, or sensitive information entrusted to us as strictly confidential. Such information is only shared with authorized parties and is handled in full compliance with applicable laws, including data protection and privacy regulations.

By upholding these principles, JTEC protects the credibility of its certification and inspection processes and maintains the trust of the clients, institutions, and communities we serve.