Confirm the authenticity of educational credentials with Authenticate's precise education verification service.
Authenticate® offers a robust education verification service designed to confirm the authenticity of educational credentials claimed by individuals. This service is crucial for businesses, universities, and certification programs that require validated proof of educational attainment as part of their screening processes.
What is Education Verification?
Education verification is the process of checking an individual’s educational credentials to confirm their accuracy. This includes verifying the name and location of the institution, the type of school, degrees earned, and the dates of attendance. This service is essential for organizations that rely on accurate and verified educational information to make informed decisions.
Details Verified in Education Checks
Authenticate® meticulously verifies the following education details:
- School Name and Location: Verifying the institution's name and geographic location to ensure the claim's validity.
- School Type and Campus: Confirm the type of educational institution (e.g., university, college, technical school) and the specific campus if applicable.
- Dates Attended and Degree Title: Checking the period of attendance and the specific degree or certification obtained.
- Current Enrollment and Completion Status: Verifying whether the individual is enrolled and has completed the degree.
Each point is verified to return a TRUE
or FALSE
output, providing clear validation of the educational credentials claimed.
How Authenticate® Conducts Education Verification
Our education verification process is streamlined and efficient:
- Initiation: Clients can request an education verification through our easy-to-use API or the online portal.
- Data Collection: Necessary details are collected securely through our platform or directly from the candidate.
- Verification Process: Authenticate® verifies the provided educational information against authoritative educational databases and, if necessary, through direct contact with the institutions.
- Reporting: The results are compiled into a report that provides a
TRUE
orFALSE
verification for each item, offering clients clear and actionable insights.
Benefits of Using Authenticate® for Education Verification
- Enhanced Integrity: Ensures the integrity of qualifications presented by users.
- Compliance and Risk Management: This function assists institutions in complying with accreditation standards and reduces the risk of credential fraud.
- Informed Decisions: Supports educational institutions and businesses in making informed decisions based on verified educational data.
- Turn Around Time: Get instant reports, facilitating greater operational efficiency and faster decision-making.
For further guidance, please refer to our API documentation or contact our support team.
Disclaimer: The data provided from this service may not be used as a factor in establishing a consumer's eligibility for credit, insurance, employment, or for any other purpose in the FCRA & you agree not to use this service for such a purpose or to take adverse action regarding any consumer application based on this service.