Operational Terms

3. Enrollment & User Obligations

Enrollment in any Forge track is contingent upon a successful admissions process, including technical assessments and background verification. As a student or 'apprentice' of the Forge, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the enrollment phase. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your platform credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Furthermore, you agree to adhere to our Code of Conduct, which prohibits harassment, plagiarism, the unauthorized sharing of curriculum materials, and any activity that compromises the integrity of our lab environments.

4. Financial Terms & Payment Protocols

Tuition fees for our programs are disclosed on our pricing page and are subject to change. For students utilizing our upfront payment or installment plans, all payments are due according to the schedule set forth in your individual Enrollment Agreement. For students utilizing our Income Share Agreement (ISA) pathway, your financial obligations are governed by a separate, detailed contract that outlines specific income thresholds and payment caps. Late payments may result in the suspension of access to our technical platforms and curriculum. Refunds, if applicable, are processed in accordance with the regulations set forth by the Texas Workforce Commission.

5. Intellectual Property & Usage License

All content provided by Tech Skills Forge, including but not limited to lecture recordings, lab guides, code repositories, architectural diagrams, and written curriculum, is the exclusive intellectual property of Forge Education Group LLC. Upon enrollment, students are granted a limited, non-transferable, non-exclusive license to use these materials for personal educational purposes only. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial exploitation of Forge materials is strictly prohibited and will result in immediate termination of your enrollment and potential legal action.

6. Limitation of Liability & Outcomes

Tech Skills Forge provides technical education and career coaching; however, we do not guarantee specific employment outcomes, salary levels, or professional certifications from third-party providers. Our training is provided "as is" without any warranty of any kind, either express or implied. In no event shall Forge Education Group LLC, its instructors, or its directors be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from your use of our services or your inability to achieve specific professional goals. Our total liability to any student shall not exceed the total amount of tuition paid by that student during the 12 months preceding the claim.

7. Lab Environment & System Security

Our virtual lab environments are high-performance systems provided for educational purposes. You agree not to use these environments for any illegal activity, including but not limited to unauthorized network scanning, the hosting of prohibited content, or the execution of malware against external targets. Any attempt to compromise the security or integrity of our lab infrastructure will result in immediate expulsion and referral to the appropriate legal authorities. Tech Skills Forge is not responsible for any data loss occurring within the virtual lab environments; students are responsible for maintaining their own backups of their technical work.

8. Dispute Resolution & Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, USA, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising from or relating to these terms or your relationship with Tech Skills Forge shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Austin, Texas, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Both parties waive their right to a jury trial or to participate in a class action lawsuit. If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

9. Termination of Service

Tech Skills Forge reserves the right to terminate your access to our services and platforms at any time, without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms and Conditions or our Code of Conduct. In the event of termination for cause, you will not be entitled to a refund of any tuition paid. You may terminate your relationship with the Forge by providing written notice to our admissions department; however, your financial obligations under your Enrollment Agreement or ISA may continue beyond the date of termination.

10. Entire Agreement & Amendments

These Terms and Conditions, along with your individual Enrollment Agreement and our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Forge Education Group LLC regarding your use of our services. We reserve the right to amend these terms at any time by posting the updated version on our website. Your continued use of our services following any such amendments constitutes your acceptance of the new terms. This agreement was last updated on March 05, 2026.