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The Complete Guide to Background Checks

Goodhire

It has been updated with new information. 10 Types of Background Checks and What They Include. What is a background check? A background check is a process a person or company uses to verify that a person is who they claim to be. Criminal Background Checks. Universal Background Checks.

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5 Potentially Devastating FCRA Employment Lawsuits to Watch in 2021

Accurate Background

In fact, a growing number of class-action lawsuits surrounding the hiring process – specifically background checks and the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) — are litigated every year. This disclosure cannot be included in an employment application or other documentation that contains any irrelevant information.

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Want to Fill More Open Jobs? Workers with Criminal Records Say ‘Ban the Box’

Zenefits

She earned her certificate of completion, updated her resume and started applying to dentist’s offices around town. We just need to wait to get the background check back and you can get started,” the woman said. Don’t check either box, the instructor said; instead, write down that you’ll discuss it during the interview.

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How to Study for the SPHR Exam

UpstartHR

To be honest, my response was pretty accurate, but it’s now nice to actually confirm that with my own completion of the SPHR certification. This weekend I took the Certification exam… and didn’t pass. I have collected some of the comments from people say about preparing for the exam. Enough of my moaning and groaning.

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Does That Job Posting Really Need That Requirement?

Zenefits

Since publicly traded companies receive an average of 250 job applications per position, it’s no wonder nearly every Fortune 500 company uses software to screen applications. What information should a job posting include? Trade schools and technical colleges offer certificate programs that students can complete in less than a year.

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Should I Go to Culinary School?

Homebase

Stephen Eriks graduated from Le Cordon Bleu in 2009 with a degree in culinary arts and went on to open his own pizzeria from 2009 to 2013. I do believe it helped me run my business because I came out of the program with a strong background, a strong skill base and the confidence I needed to be in the kitchen.

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HR Tech Weekly: Episode #220: Stacey Harris and John Sumser

HR Examiner

This week, IHRIM Launches New HRIP Certification Exam Platform, Cornerstone OnDemand Foundation Announces WorkforceReady, Paycor Acquires Ximble Scheduling, Absorb Software Announces Acquisition of Torch LMS, SmartRecruiters raises $50M, OpenSesame Raises $28M, and Modern Health, a mental well-being benefits platform, Raises $9M. Transcript.