Student Handbook and PDA policies
Everything you need to know about being a student at PDA—your rights, responsibilities, and how to navigate campus life.
2025–2026
PDA Student Handbook
The Student Handbook is your go-to guide for understanding life at PDA. Inside, you’ll find important information about academic policies, student expectations, program outlines, and support services. It’s designed to help you feel confident navigating your courses, your rights, and your responsibilities.
Student Policies and Conduct
Pacific Design Academy is committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for learning and collaboration. As valued members of our community, students are expected to uphold these principles through their personal conduct, ensuring a positive experience for their peers, faculty, and staff. Each student plays a vital role in maintaining the integrity of PDA’s environment, activities, and facilities
Dispute Resolution
Dispute Resolution Policy
This policy outlines the process for addressing student complaints related to Pacific Design Academy and its operations.
Students who file a complaint or are otherwise involved in the dispute resolution process will not face any form of retaliation from the institution at any time.
Pacific Design Academy provides two approaches to dispute resolution: Informal and Formal. In most cases, disputes can be resolved through the Informal Procedure. However, if the Informal Procedure does not lead to a satisfactory resolution, the Formal Procedure should be pursued. Depending on the nature of the dispute, a student may also choose to initiate the Formal Procedure immediately.
Sexual Misconduct
Sexual Misconduct
At Pacific Design Academy, we are deeply committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community. As part of this commitment, we prioritize both the prevention of and appropriate response to sexual misconduct. Sexual misconduct encompasses a broad range of non-consensual sexual contact and behaviors, including harassment, assault, and any actions that violate personal boundaries and dignity. Our goal is to ensure that every student, staff member, and faculty member feels supported, informed, and empowered to uphold a culture of respect and accountability.
Student Rights
Student State of Rights
Before enrolling at a certified private training institution, it’s important to understand your rights and responsibilities as a student. You have the right to be treated with fairness, dignity, and respect by the institution, ensuring a positive and supportive learning environment.
Health & Safety
Health & Safety Policy
At Pacific Design Academy, we believe that a safe and healthy environment is the foundation for professionalism, creativity, and the intellectual and social growth of our community. Our commitment to excellence extends beyond academics—we continuously develop, review, and enhance our health and safety procedures to ensure a secure and inspiring space for students, faculty, and staff.
Respect at PDA
Respectful and Fair Treatment of Students Policy
At Pacific Design Academy, we are dedicated to creating a learning environment that upholds respect, fairness, and inclusivity for all students. We believe that a supportive and equitable atmosphere is essential for academic success and personal growth. By fostering a culture of mutual respect and integrity, PDA empowers students to thrive both in their studies and beyond.
