If you’re applying for a job, adoption, immigration, or federal clearance, you’ll likely need an FBI background check. The average FBI background check costs $18 per person (set by the FBI), plus additional fingerprinting service fees charged by providers. Depending on the method and service provider, the total cost of a background check typically ranges…
Read MoreThese days, most companies require prospective employees to submit to a criminal background check in order to obtain a job. The results of these background checks are oftentimes the difference between landing the job you want and getting back to the job hunt. When an employer runs a criminal background check, they could be looking…
Read MoreThe importance of background checks in hiring home health workers can’t be understated in light of the immense responsibility they have in inpatient care and safety and the access to vulnerable populations like people with disabilities or seniors. However, while there are no federal regulations or laws that require home health care providers to conduct…
Read MoreMost employers require a criminal background check from a prospective employee before finalizing any hire. The results of a criminal background check can make all the difference in a job opportunity. Employer-run criminal background checks are a process of reviewing a prospective employee’s criminal records and looking for anything incriminating like arrests, felonies, misdemeanors, etc….
Read MoreBackground checks are well-known for employment purposes, in some states, and for some job positions, they’re mandatory. Before an employer hires a potential candidate for a job opening, running a background check is a necessity for a safe work environment. Neglecting this step could lead to dire consequences in the future, like lawsuits from customers…
Read MoreThe National Instant Criminal Background Check System was established by the Brady Act in 1993 but was officially launched and operated by the FBI in 1998. It was developed by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Explosives (ATF), state, and local law enforcement agencies. This is a national name check or background check conducted on…
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