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At The Background Check Company, we go beyond credential checks. Our Online Assessment Service verifies that a new hire or an internal transfer can perform the critical tasks of the role. Delivered 100% remotely, our assessments align claimed experience with observable evidence and highlight coaching needs early, without delaying onboarding.
Use assessments alongside our Pre-employment Screening and Fraud & Financial Integrity Screening for complete hiring assurance.
When to use online assessments
Role-specific tasks completed in a secure browser, scored against a standardized rubric.
Time-boxed simulations using anonymized/synthetic data – no production access required.
We confirm licenses and tool proficiency with demonstrable tasks (not just documents).
Structured behavioural prompts and scenario judgment-consistent, bias-aware scoring.
Role-appropriate written and verbal tasks with clarity, accuracy, and professionalism checks.
Industry-specific standards (e.g., site safety, financial controls, privacy).
1) Scope
We align on job profile, competencies, and any regulatory requirements.
Output: role rubric with weighted competencies.
2) Candidate Setup
Candidates receive a secure link with clear instructions, device checks, and consent. Optional accessibility accommodations are offered up front.
3) Complete the Assessment
Tasks are taken online within a set window. We use integrity controls appropriate to the role (see below) and score with calibrated assessors.
4) Decision Support
Results are delivered in your secure portal.
You receive:
We apply the lightest effective controls for the role to protect candidate experience while ensuring reliable signals.
Data minimization: synthetic data only; no real customer or patient data.
Technology & Data
Code exercises, repo reviews, system-design or data-reasoning prompts.
Signals: correctness, trade-offs, security hygiene, tests, documentation.
Time: 60–120 minutes.
Skilled Trades & Construction
Method statements, tool/process checks, blueprint/spec literacy, safety scenarios.
Signals: workmanship standards, CSA/OSHA-aligned safety knowledge.
Time: 45–90 minutes.
Healthcare & Community Care (non-clinical scope)
Scenario judgment, privacy/confidentiality, documentation accuracy.
Signals: patient safety mindset, policy adherence, clear communication.
Time: 45–60 minutes.
Finance, Accounting & Legal Support
Reconciliations, control walkthroughs, document review simulations.
Signals: accuracy, fraud-risk awareness, confidentiality, regulatory understanding.
Time: 60–90 minutes.
Operations & Administrative
Prioritization, written communications, process-compliance checks.
Signals: attention to detail, professionalism, tool proficiency.
Time: 30–60 minutes.
Note: We do not replace professional licensing exams. Where licensing is required, we validate status and scope appropriately.
Over a decade focused on verification and screening across regulated and non-regulated sectors.
Standardized rubrics, calibrated assessors, and a secure portal—whether assessing five or five hundred hires.
Extended hours and responsive support keep hiring on track without sacrificing rigour.
We integrate into your hiring workflow with options for white-labelling, ATS integrations, and co-branded candidate comms.
Our flexible pay-as-you-go service fits unpredictable hiring cycles.
We’ll tailor rubrics and workflows to your industry, volume, and ATS.
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