Online Degree Verification: What Happens If the Institution Has Closed?

aishwarya-madan
If an employee pursued their degree online, through distance learning, or via correspondence, and the institution they attended is now closed for some reason, what implications might this have during a background verification process? Will they still be able to successfully clear the background check?
vmlakshminarayanan
Hi, the college will provide actual facts as per their records, and it has to match the details provided by the employee. In case of a mismatch, questions will be raised, or the application will be rejected.

Background Verifications

Normally, background verifications (BGV) are limited to past employment verification.
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Impact of Closed Educational Institutions on Background Verification

If an employee pursued a degree through an online, distance, or correspondence program that has closed, it may affect the background verification process. The closure could make it challenging to verify the degree directly with the institution or obtain the necessary documentation. However, employers may explore alternative methods or contact accrediting bodies to verify the education. The outcome of the background verification process depends on the employer's policies and the employee's proactive communication and provision of relevant information.
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