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What We Learned at AASA NCE 2025: 3 Trends Every School Administrator Should Know

Certified Contractors was a proud sponsor of the annual AASA National Conference on Education this year, designed to provide educators with the right tools and education to lead schools to greater success. We connected with educators and school...

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Your Guide to Contractor Certification Levels

Access to secure facilities isn’t as simple as a coin toss. Site managers know how many variables there are to consider. Ultimately, it takes a...

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How Certified Contractors Grew to Serve Industries Nationwide

Over the previous decade, many companies have come to terms with the importance of comprehensive background screening. A combination of new...

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The Potential Flaws of Fingerprint Background Checks

While most know that everybody’s fingerprints are unique, fewer know that fingerprint-based background checks aren’t as thorough as many believe....

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The Right Report for the Right Purpose: A Guide to Understanding Permissible Purpose

Whether you are hiring a new employee or contractor for an open position, or evaluating the subject of a background report for some other purpose,...

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Busting Common Vendor Screening Myths: Truths That Every Employer Should Know

Hiring third parties can be a great way to fill niche roles that are difficult to find the right fit for - offering advantages from flexible hours...

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Screening for School Contractors: Investing in Student Safety

Teaching the leaders of tomorrow requires qualified adults to create a positive and safe learning environment for students to learn and grow....

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