Education Verification
Confirm that candidates hold the degrees and credentials they claim. SaffHire's education verification service contacts institutions directly and leverages trusted verification networks to deliver accurate, timely results for every hire.
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How Education Verification Is Performed
Education verification begins with the applicant's self-reported academic history, collected through SaffHire's secure applicant portal. Once submitted, our team initiates a verification process designed to confirm the accuracy of each credential listed, including the institution attended, the degree or diploma earned, the field of study, and the date of graduation or attendance.
The process typically starts with queries through established education verification networks, which maintain records for thousands of accredited institutions in the United States and internationally. For institutions not covered by these networks, our team contacts the registrar's office directly to obtain official confirmation of the applicant's academic record.
Verification Networks
Many accredited colleges and universities participate in centralized education verification networks that allow credentialed background screening providers to query degree records electronically. These networks aggregate enrollment and graduation data from participating institutions, enabling fast confirmation of degrees, diplomas, and attendance dates for covered graduates.
This network-driven approach significantly reduces turnaround time for verifications at major universities, community colleges, and vocational institutions. When a match is found, the verification is completed automatically and the result is returned to the employer within hours, with no manual outreach required.
Direct Registrar Contact
For institutions not covered by automated verification networks, SaffHire contacts the registrar's office directly by phone, email, or written request. Our team works with registrar staff to obtain official confirmation of the applicant's enrollment, degree, and graduation date in a format that meets employer documentation requirements.
International education verifications follow the same direct-contact approach, with our team reaching out to foreign institutions or engaging specialized international verification services when needed to confirm credentials earned outside the United States.
WHY IT MATTERS
Credential Fraud Is More Common Than Most Employers Realize
Resume fraud involving educational credentials is a persistent problem across industries. Candidates may exaggerate their level of education, claim degrees they never completed, list institutions they never attended, or present credentials from diploma mills that lack legitimate accreditation.
For roles that require specific degrees or professional credentials, hiring a candidate who does not actually hold the required qualifications can expose an organization to significant liability, regulatory risk, and reputational harm. Education verification is the only reliable way to confirm that a candidate's academic credentials are genuine.
Verifying education is especially critical for positions in healthcare, engineering, finance, law, education, and any other field where specific degrees or certifications are required by law, regulation, or professional standards.
Industries Where Education Verification Is Critical
WHAT WE VERIFY
Standard Education Verification Includes
Institution Name
Confirms the official name of the school, college, or university attended.
Degree or Diploma
Verifies the specific degree, diploma, or certificate earned by the applicant.
Field of Study
Confirms the major, concentration, or area of study associated with the degree.
Dates of Attendance
Verifies the enrollment start and end dates reported by the applicant.
Graduation Date
Confirms the date the degree was conferred or the program was completed.
Accreditation Status
Flags credentials from unaccredited or diploma mill institutions when identified.
TURNAROUND TIME
Fast Results for Most Institutions
For institutions covered by automated verification networks, education verifications are typically completed within 24 to 48 hours. For institutions that require direct registrar contact, turnaround time depends on the institution's response time, though our team follows up proactively to keep the process moving.
International education verifications may take additional time depending on the country, institution, and availability of records. SaffHire will keep employers informed of progress and expected completion dates throughout the process.
Employers who need to verify credentials for roles with strict qualification requirements are encouraged to initiate education verification early in the hiring process to avoid delays in onboarding.
Verify Every Credential with Confidence
Contact SaffHire to learn how our education verification service can protect your organization from credential fraud and reduce hiring risk.
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