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Why Verifications are Critical to a Good Hire [Video + Transcript]

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Students are moving around a lot more… and many rely on technical certificates instead of full degrees. When it comes to a solid background screen you need more than just an applicant’s criminal history. The Screening News Network sat down with Craig Caddell of ClearStar, Inc. Speed. Quality. 1080p. 1080p. About Wistia. 0:18. message. These details can tell you a lot. It just takes time.

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Legislative Alert - Friday, July 1st, 2016: Background Checks for Drone Pilots

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If you operate a drone as part of your job, you probably already know that you need a remote pilot certificate to operate it. The certification process can take up to 7 days. Screening News. Staffing Company Faces Huge Fines. Medical Marijuana Foe Pushes for more Research. Background Checks for Drone Pilots. Staffing Company Faces Huge Fines. Administrative Law Judge Ellen K.

Legislative Alert: Friday, June 17th, 2016 - Waffle House in a Jam

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First on June 6 th , job applicants filed a motion for class certification in their FCRA case against the chain. Screening News. Waffle House can't catch a Break. Don't Face a Penalty for Not Posting! Ban the Box Continues to Spread. Waffle House can’t catch a Break. It’s been a long couple of weeks for the lawyers for Waffle House. Don’t Face a Penalty for Not Posting!

Another Delay in OSHA Post-Accident Drug Testing Rule Enforcement

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Having the State Agency, or attorney, written certification is highly recommended. About a month ago we hosted a webinar with our friends at Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete to help you get ready for the new post-incident drug testing rules coming out of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). The rules were originally set to go into effect in August.

Legislative Alert March 2, 2016: Sprint's Motion to Dismiss Denied in FCRA Suit

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Rodriguez hopes to gain class certification and wants the court to declare that Sprint willfully violated the FRCA. Screening News Update. Judge Denies Sprint's Motion in FCRA Suite. Philadelphia Fair Practices Ordinance. Poughkeepsie Bans the Box. Judge Denies Sprint’s Motion in FCRA Suit. Roberto Rodriguez, Jr. He is requesting statutory and punitive damage, legal fees and a jury trial.

[Video] Legislative Alert March 11, 2016: California DMV Accused of TMI

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The plaintiffs are hoping to be granted class certification, and claim more than a million Californians are affected. Screening News Update. Lawsuit over California Screening Loophole. Marijuana Bill Passes Georgia House. Oklahoma Governor Uses Executive Order to Ban the Box. Lawsuit over California Screening Loophole. Marijuana Bill Passes Georgia House. Legislative Alerts Videos

Fake University Nabs Visa Frauds

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In order to do that, recruiting companies contacted UNNJ because it claimed to be a school that was authorized to issue a document known as a “Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status- for Academic and Language Students.” We talk a lot on this blog about fake universities getting shut down by the government for selling worthless degrees. Sarah R. immigration system.”

Two Perspectives on Background Screening in a Global Business World

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EBI is the only NAPBS Accredited background screening company to hold both an ISO 27001:2013 certification for information security and an ISO 9001:2008 certification for Quality Management. The word “global” can be misleading when talking about pre-employment screening. This is especially true if you put all of your candidates through background checks. POWERED BY WISTIA. Loading.

Legislative Alert - Friday, August 12th, 2016: Ohio to Spend Millions Fixing Criminal Background Check System [Video]

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On August 1st the Department of Commerce began accepting applications for self-certification for the new Privacy Shield Agreement between the European Union and the United States. Screening News. Another Lab Passes the eCCF Test. Salary Questions off Limits in one State. Ohio Throwing Money at Broken System. Privacy Shield Applications Being Accepted. Another Lab Passes the eCCF Test.

Screening News Update, December 23, 2015

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Wyndham will not have to pay any fines, but will have to conduct annual security audits to be sure the system meets certification standards. • Historic E-Verify Records to be Deleted 12/31/15 • Wyndham Hotels and Resorts Settles Suit. Mandatory Background Screening in Kentucky. Authorization to Use Hair Testing in DOT Drug Testing Programs? On January 1 st U.S. Medical Marijuana Legislation.

When 1% is Too Many: How Educators can Avoid Hiring Bad Apples

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The closest we have is the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification (NASDTEC), a non-profit that maintains a database of disciplinary actions against teachers. USA Today has produced an outstanding piece of journalism with its report, Broken Discipline Tracking Systems Let Teachers Flee Troubled Pasts. Background Checks

Privacy Shield Framework Released

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Once that happens, the Department of Commerce will start accepting certifications. That will include verifying information provided as part of the self-certification process, conducting periodic compliance reviews and assessments of the program, facilitating arbitration programs and participating in annual reviews with EU official. The entire framework can now be found here.

Certification Management Nightmares

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Certification Management Nightmares. Certification management is crucial for businesses across a multitude of industries, yet the administrative upkeep is a nightmare. These are just a few of the serious consequences businesses and employees can face when certifications are out of date or when managing those certifications is overwhelming. Hefty fines. Lost clients.

HR Certification Trends: An Interview with the CEO of HRCI

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One of the most popular posts I’ve written all year was dedicated to the HR certification decision facing today’s HR pros. decided to take it a step further and reach out to some people to discuss the behind-the-scenes pieces of the HR certification world. Today’s interview is with Amy Dufrane, CEO of the Human Resources Certification Institute.

3 Big Mistakes with Tech Certifications

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Certifications can help a tech professional on the hunt for a new job stand out in a sea of qualified candidates. And it’s not just about getting hired: recent studies have shown that certifications in security, development, and other fields can translate into substantial pay premiums for current employees. The costs related to earning a new certification can prove quite high.

Certification Management Nightmares

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Certification Management Nightmares. Certification management is crucial for businesses across a multitude of industries, yet the administrative upkeep is a nightmare. These are just a few of the serious consequences businesses and employees can face when certifications are out of date or when managing those certifications is overwhelming. Worse yet, the pilot, maintenance tech, and/or airline may be prohibited from renewing their certifications in the future. Visit our Certification Tracking page. Request a Certification Tracking demo.

SHRM-CP or PHR? Today’s HR Certification Decision

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Many of you may know me as the person who talks about HR certification more than anyone else on the Internet. No, not the value in the certification, but in the value of the commitment to long-term improvement. Last year SHRM used its “pathway” to allow those of us with current certifications to simply click a few buttons and get our SHRM certification.

Why Certification Is Great

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Whether or not certifications have value is a back-and-forth argument that’s been going on since before Novell launched its CNE program in the 1990s. Developer David Bolton recently incited some discussion of his own when he wrote an article for Dice Insights entitled, “5 Reasons Certifications Aren’t Worth It.”. Certifications Get You Noticed. Certifications Are Expensive.

Certification Inflation Puts Tech Firms at Risk

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But certification inflation is becoming a big issue for tech firms, according to a new TEKsystems survey of more than 300 tech leaders and 900 tech professionals. The TEKsystems survey found that just 26 percent of respondents always or often verify certifications. Tech] workers should understand where the value of certifications is greatest—in the hiring stage,” Hayman continued.

Mid-Year Skills and Certifications Report Card

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Since the Great Recession ended seven years ago, the premium that employers are willing to pay for specific tech skills and certifications has swung wildly from one quarter to the next, like a yo-yo. IT Certifications: Market Value Gainers. Collectively, the 77 information and cybersecurity certifications tracked by Foote Partners have outperformed all other categories, rising 4.4

Consequences of Out-of-Date Certifications and Training

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Consequences of Out-of-Date Certifications and Training. Every year companies face the challenge of managing their employee’s certifications and training requirements. View the infographic below to learn the Consequences of Out-of-Date Certifications and Training. To learn more about Certification Tracking: Request a Certification Tracking demo.

Most In-Demand Skills and Certifications of 2016

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What are this year’s most sought-after skills and certifications? Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC-Level 3). Other valued certifications included: PMI Program Management Professional (PgMP). The post Most In-Demand Skills and Certifications of 2016 appeared first on Dice Insights. Working in Tech Certifications SalariesCompTIA A+. MySQL.NET.

5 Reasons Certifications Aren’t Worth It

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Having one or more certifications sounds pretty sensible in today’s world, doesn’t it? But is the argument for spending lots of time and money to earn a certification as ironclad as it seems? I’m arguing “no,” and here’s why. Recruiters sometimes have trouble determining a developer’s degree of technical experience, and so insist upon certificates or tests to judge abilities.

Consequences of Out-of-Date Certifications and Training

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Consequences of Out-of-Date Certifications and Training. Every year companies face the challenge of managing their employee’s certifications and training requirements. View the infographic below to learn the Consequences of Out-of-Date Certifications and Training. To learn more about Certification Tracking: Request a Certification Tracking demo.

5 Things to HR Professionals Should Know About #HR Certification

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This blog is part of a special series providing insights into HR certification. Look for a follow up article discussing HR certification options for our profession. . There isn’t much debate anymore about the value of HR certification, but there is some confusion about which certification organization to choose. What is the Benefit of Human Resources Certification?

HR Certification Guide: Untangling the Web

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The HR certification landscape is now complex, political and often times confusing for practitioners. Just last week HRCI announced their new aPHR certification for entry level or college student professionals. I can’t imagine what newbies feel like as they begin researching HR certification programs and testing. HRCI and SHRM Certification Program History. PHR-CA.

Your HR Certification is Worthless (#SHRM15)

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One of his comments was powerful, and I thought it deserved to be repeated here because I talk about certification quite a bit. If your certification is only about getting hours and credits, get the heck out of this profession. sbrownehr #SHRM15 — Ben Eubanks (@beneubanks) June 30, 2015 If your certification is purely about getting recertification hours, having letters after your name, and trying to use that as a way to get credits, then you’re wasting your time and your organization’s time. How has your certification helped you? Go ahead and leave.

How Certification Tracking with Spreadsheets Can Shut Down Your Business

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How Tracking Certifications with Spreadsheets Can Shut Down Your Business. How many certifications does each employee need? In order to avoid litigation and fines, your business will need to utilize a program that will track certifications and notify you when it is time to recertify. Many companies try to use spreadsheets, such as Excel, to keep certifications up to date.

Non-Technical Certifications for Tech Pros

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Which certifications provide the biggest bang for your buck? While some key IT certifications can boost your career , you shouldn’t ignore the ROI that comes with certification programs that focus on non-technical standards and skills. Here are five that can add weight to your résumé and wallet: Project Management Professional Certification. Job Hunting Certifications

Battle Over Certifications Rages On

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As might be expected, the Society for Human Resource Management made sure its HR-certification effort, announced roughly two years ago, received a healthy dose of air time this week at its SHRM 2016 conference in Washington. In addition, he said that roughly 84,000 took part in the pathway certifications in 2015. SHRM currently has testing windows in the spring and winter.).

A Look at the History of Human Resources & HR Certification Programs

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This blog is part of a special series providing insights into HR certification. Look for a follow up article discussing HR certification options for our profession. In the HR profession, one of the most talked about, debated about and argued about topics over the last couple of years has been the topic of HR Certification. Since SHRM has announced their competency based certification in 2014, lines have been drawn and caused an (in my opinion) unnecessary furor. The profession must have a certification program. Biggest Fear of an HR Certification Program.

When Did HR Certification Start Focusing on Who Has the Bigger Pin?

TLNT: The Business of HR

I must admit, when  SHRM announced that it was going into the certification business  last year, I was one of many who were skeptical, even feeling deceived, disillusioned, and dissatisfied that the organization responsible for promoting the HR profession had so blatantly shown its real intent. The real intent, that is, of self-promotion and self- preservation. more…).

IT Certifications With the Biggest Pay Bumps

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Which IT certifications pay the most? CIO.com has a breakdown of the other top-performing certifications, which include GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM), Infosys Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP/CISSP), and Microsoft Certified Architect (MCA). Beyond that, it’s fairly easy to see why some of these certificates are so capable of boosting pay. TOGAF 9 (15 percent).

SHRM Certification: Why Should #HR Pros Pay Attention

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Since then, SHRM has developed a certification that aligns with the competency model. In my role as a SHRM special expertise panel member and as one of the initial item writers for the SHRM certification exam, I had the opportunity to hear an update about the certification program during this year’s SHRM Annual Conference in Las Vegas. Every profession has competencies.

Earning Your AWS Certifications

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One way to prove you have the skills is through certifications. While different companies offer all sorts of certifications, the biggest cloud-computing platform out there is Amazon Web Services (AWS). Before diving into AWS certifications , remember a vital point: these aren’t easy to get. Earning AWS certifications isn’t easy, but it will be worth it in the end.

HRCI & SHRM Certification From Our Perspective

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HRCI & SHRM Certification from Our Perspective We had a great time at this year’s SHRM annual conference and EXPO in Orlando. Here are my reactions and tips for navigating this important announcement and change to HR professional certifications over the next several months. Your current certification is valuable, well-known and established. Tip for SHRM. Why not?

WorkForce Software Launches Partner Certification Program

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12, 2015) – WorkForce Software®, the leading cloud-based provider of enterprise workforce management solutions, today announced details of its newly launched partner certification program. Certified Partners to Bring Benefits of Time, Scheduling, and Leave Automation to More Organizations Around the Globe LIVONIA, Mich. 2015 EmpCenter Partners