Verify degrees, diplomas, trade certificates, and professional memberships directly with issuing institutions. Protect your organisation from credential fraud.
Overview
Credential fraud is more common than most employers realise. Studies consistently show that a significant proportion of job applications contain inaccurate or fabricated qualification claims — from embellished degree grades to entirely fictitious credentials. Verifying qualifications directly with the issuing institution is the only reliable way to confirm a candidate's educational and professional background.
Refchecks contacts universities, TAFEs, registered training organisations (RTOs), and professional bodies directly to confirm that qualifications are genuine, were awarded to the named individual, and are current where applicable. For Australian qualifications, we can verify against the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) registry and USI (Unique Student Identifier) records.
International qualifications are also supported. Refchecks works with verification networks and directly with overseas institutions to authenticate degrees, diplomas, and professional certifications from around the world.
What's Included
Direct verification with Australian universities and TAFE institutions. Confirms the degree or diploma, year of completion, and field of study.
Verify trade qualifications and licences issued by RTOs and state authorities. Covers electrical, plumbing, construction, and other regulated trades.
Confirm current membership status with professional bodies such as CPA Australia, Engineers Australia, the Law Society, and others.
Verify qualifications from overseas institutions. Covers degrees, diplomas, and professional certifications from universities worldwide.
If an institution has no record of the claimed qualification, or the details don't match, you receive a clear fraud alert with the specific discrepancy.
Process
Enter the candidate's claimed qualifications — institution name, degree or certificate title, and year of completion. The candidate can also upload supporting documents.
Refchecks contacts the issuing institution or checks against official registries to confirm the qualification is genuine and was awarded as claimed.
Receive a report confirming each qualification's status: verified, not verified, or discrepancy found. Discrepancies are flagged with details.
Turnaround & Pricing
Turnaround Time
2–5 business days (Australian), 5–10 business days (international)
Included in all plans
From $49/month
Qualification verifications are included in your plan quota. International checks may have longer turnaround times.
FAQ
Related Services
Join recruitment teams who have simplified their verification process. Start your free trial today — no credit card required.