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Verified Credentials is a leading background screening company. Since 1984, we’ve helped validate and secure relationships through the use of our comprehensive screening solutions. We offer a wide variety of background checks, verifications, and innovative screening tools.

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Our accreditation confirms that our policies, processes, and employee training meet rigorous industry compliance standards.

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Your one-stop for quick and accurate employer background check services.

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Background checks to hire people you trust.

At Verified Credentials, we recognize the importance of hiring the best candidates for your open positions. Our comprehensive suite of employment background screening services enables you to build your teams faster while delivering results you can trust. We can provide flexible solutions for any company, regardless of industry, size, or need. 

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A mobile-first experience meets candidates where they are.

We make the process simple for your candidates. Your candidate portal matches your brand to deliver a consistent candidate experience. Candidates enter their own information online and electronically sign disclosures and authorization forms. We keep candidates informed along the way with text alerts. The added process transparency keeps candidates informed and engaged throughout the process.

What's easy for candidates is good for HR. You can minimize turnaround time, data entry errors, and reporting costs too.

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Experience some of the fastest background check turnaround times.

Verified Credentials is your trusted partner for fast and efficient background checks. Whether you need to screen employees, volunteers, or students, we can help you get the results you need in record time.

  • Industry-leading speed - We know how to streamline our processes and eliminate unnecessary delays. 85% of searches are complete in less than one day. With such a quick background check, you can complete the hiring process sooner.

  • Instant processing - Once you order a fast, secure background check, we start working on it right away. You'll never need to worry about time-consuming delays.

  • Estimated delivery dates - You'll always know what to expect from Verified Credentials. We provide you with a clear and accurate timeframe for when to expect your final background check report.

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Be in the know at every step of the screening process.

Transparent progress on every background check order lets you keep tabs on individual candidates or large talent pools. Drill into the candidate to see movement on criminal history or reference checks. Or set custom alerts for completed reports – helping you start your best candidates faster!

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Flexible account settings and preferences to fit your unique needs.

No two organizations are exactly alike. That's why we offer screening solutions that can be customized. Save time and boost efficiency with candidate self-service, on-demand reporting, and other built-in tools. Our system is created to scale and adapt, helping HR professionals and candidates find more efficiency and convenience.

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Comprehensive employer background check services.

As one of the top background screening companies, we offer an extensive portfolio of background check services we can tailor to your organization's needs and hiring practices.

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Criminal record searches

A fast, reliable, and comprehensive criminal history prior to hiring helps support your workplace's safety and security. We'll help you implement the most appropriate search based on your organization's risk level.

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ID searches

Safeguard your organization and lower your company's risk of fraud with sophisticated ID and Social Security number tracing services.

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Employment Eligibility Verification / E-Verify

Our employment eligibility verifications help to validate proof of citizenship and remain compliant with federal and state contractor and sub-contractor requirements.

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Professional verifications

Trust us to perform a thorough check of your potential hires' qualifications regarding academic institutions attended and previous employers to validate the information they provide.

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Drug testing

Our reliable, efficient, and discreet drug screening services will help you maintain a drug-free workplace by alerting you of a possible issue before hiring a candidate.

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Credit reports

Gain insights into a candidate’s sense of responsibility and financial decision-making with our comprehensive credit reports.

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Driving searches

Ensure applicants are qualified to operate commercial transport vehicles safely and responsibly with our thorough driving record searches.

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Occupational health services

Maintain a healthy staff by testing their physical capabilities and vitals to ensure they're fit their role.

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Social media screening

We can scan all the major social media platforms to determine if anything in the candidate's online activities could pose potential risks to your organization.

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Continuous MVR Monitoring

Help keep your employees, clients, and the public safe from potentially dangerous drivers. Get notified of changes to a driving record throughout the year.

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International screening

Our international screening services can thoroughly vet candidates from around the world, enabling you to confidently expand your search.

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Abuse registry searches

Create a safer environment for vulnerable populations by screening applicants for a presence in the Adult and Child Abuse Registries.

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Healthcare-specific searches

Maintain a safe and compliant medical facility. We offer solutions tailored to employment screening in healthcare.

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Get exceptional customer support.

Our commitment to supporting every customer sets Verified Credentials apart from other background screening companies. We offer:

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I’ve never worked with a provider who lives and breathes customer service the way Verified Credentials does.
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A regional technical college system
Everyone has the needed products but Verified has always been extremely helpful and extremely customer service focused. That means a lot.
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Andy
A business information solutions provider
We have direct access to multiple people in the event that we need assistance. Our Verified Credentials sales executive contacts us once a month to make sure all is well and to see if there is anything Verified can do to make our relationship better.
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A government medical contractor
Verified does an excellent job of completing reports in a timely manner and the customer service is superb.
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