The Certn Blog

Why the Best Organizations Nail Candidate Experience and How You Can Too

What the FTE? is a podcast by Certn. In this episode, Corey Shaw joins us to talk about delivering an exceptional candidate experience.

SOC 2 Background Checks: Your Complete Guide

Here’s everything you need to know about SOC 2 background checks to keep your business safe.

Free Background Check Canada: How to Run a Free Background Check on Yourself

Here’s why running a free background check Canada on yourself and auditing your personal information online is an effective way to manage your personal brand.

Best Background Checks to Protect Your Cleaning Business

We cover the best background checks to protect your cleaning business and how to stay compliant.

2025 Trends in the Background Screening Industry

Here are 2025 trends in the background screening industry. Hint: establishing digital trust requires more than the old way of background checks.

Why HR Runs a Background Check: A Candidate’s Guide

We cover what employers look for when they run a background check and what you can expect.

Background Screening Best Practices: How to Protect Your Business Without Scaring Off Top Talent

Is background screening accurate? Fair? Are checks speedy enough to not deter top candidates? Read what our experts say.

Adverse Media Screening: How to Stay Compliant

Here’s why adverse media screening is beneficial alongside criminal record checks, employment verification, and reference checks.

Hiring? Read Certn’s US Background Check Guide

Hiring in the US? Certn’s US background check guide outlines critical laws and regulations, alongside best practices to maintain compliance.

Background Checks for Care Workers

Background screening is a vital tool in fostering trust by ensuring care workers are thoroughly vetted.

The Ultimate Guide to Airside Pass

Airside passes are essential for maintaining the security and integrity of the airport and ensuring that only authorised personnel have access to restricted areas.

Director Checks: What You Need to Know

Director checks investigate both current and past directorships and highlight whether a candidate has any disqualifications or is currently barred.