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The Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check document has become an important background check in Australia and for a number of job roles, it is a nationwide requirement. In some sectors/conditions, the government mandates that all individuals in the particular (regulated activity) must present an updated Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
Since it is a nationwide scheme and is mandatory for certain purposes, it is not a bad idea to get yours when applying for employment. Most people will require it for specific needs like;
If you want to work in any State/Territory in Australia, especially in a child or vulnerable persons related role, you must submit a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and present it to the recruiting organisation.
It applies to;
There are some licenses that you can never obtain without a valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check certificate. These licenses are considered as “serious” or borders on the sensitive activities of every person's life.
Licenses offer the holder in some cases unlimited rights to a certain service or commodity. Therefore we understand how serious such commitments are to an individual. A Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check will help the agency/license issuer decide if an individual is “good enough” for the license.
A background check will also build trust between two contractual parties in many cases
Some of these licenses include;
Some roles or sectors may require you to get accreditation before you begin operations. Also, in some States/Territories you must be admitted into the professional body/council/organisation before you start operations in those roles.
Some of such roles include;
Many private and municipal organisations will require individuals to submit a nationally coordinated criminal history check (NCCHC Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check).
In addition to the legislation on Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks for particular job roles like background checks for aged care employment, some of the employers consider an NPC as an important part of their company's internal risk mitigation strategy.
Therefore, you may also need to apply for a NCCHC Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check if you want to apply for a role in any of them;
Although trivial for some, some people apply for an online Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check via ANCC to confirm their police/criminal records.
The knowledge may help them choose the job/role they apply for, and make a wiser judgment when applying.
We advise anyone who needs a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check document to apply before they need it.
In ideal circumstances, applicants should apply for their Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check at least one month before they intend to submit the result to the requesting party.
However, you can apply for a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check whenever you need it. Our online portal at ANCC is open all the time, and we provide you with a swift response during business hours.
When applying for a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check, there are two main methods you can complete the application;
Here; the entire application process, including completing and submitting the applications, may be partly in person. Also, results generally take around two weeks before the applicants receive them via post.
Service providers like Australian National Character Check (ANCC) provide applicants with valid results of Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks.
The process on this online platform means that you can register comfortably via your PC, Tablet or Mobile device connected to the internet.
On average, people complete the online application in about 14 minutes (including verification and payments).
When you apply via ANCC, most checks are dispatched within 24 to 48 hours, with the remaining that get referred to police agencies for manual processing of their checks taking up to 15 business days.
All employers and decision makers are encouraged to adopt Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks as an internal risk mitigation strategy. By studying the applicant's Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check document, decision makers can decide if a person is suitable for the role and for contact with members of the community.
Customers want to be assured that their investments and trust are in the right place. Also, employers owe staff and customers an assurance that their working environment is safe for everyone.
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About ANCC
ANCC® enables individuals and approved legal entities to apply for a nationally coordinated criminal history check, which is commonly referred to as a nationally coordinated criminal history check. The nationally coordinated criminal history check is valid all over Australia and can be used when applying for Employment, Probity, Licencing, or Commonwealth check purposes. Get discount employment background checks online. We beat prices!
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Individual applicant
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Business portal user
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Individual applicant
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Business portal user
"Very objective and clear to what is required and plenty of options to choose for available support documents."
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Business portal user
"A highly efficient service with a simple online facility. A highly recommended service."
Sharon
Individual applicant
"The form was very clear and feedback on errors very quick. Thank you ANCC."
Not sure where to start?
Book in a free consultation with us to discuss your organisation's employment background check needs, or to get an overview of the ANCC Business Portal.
Need discount employment background checks? We beat prices!
About ANCC
ANCC® enables individuals and approved legal entities to apply for a nationally coordinated criminal history check, which is commonly referred to as a nationally coordinated criminal history check. The nationally coordinated criminal history check is valid all over Australia and can be used when applying for Employment, Probity, Licencing, or Commonwealth check purposes. Get discount employment background checks online. We beat prices!
Helped of customers and counting.
Danny
Business portal user
"A reliable online platform to get nationally coordinated criminal history checks."
Vicki
Individual applicant
"For someone not very tech savvy, I found this to be very easy to get my nationally coordinated criminal history check."
Bec
Individual applicant
"Clear, and precise directions and requests allowing the information required to be supplied and/or uploaded. Prompt and professional responses."
Steve
Business portal user
"Very detailed and covers all avenues regarding the applicant. Perfect for any job application."
Rosalba
Individual applicant
"Cost effective, super fast, efficient processing of applications. Excellent service."
Renato
Business portal user
"Very objective and clear to what is required and plenty of options to choose for available support documents."
Ron
Business portal user
"A highly efficient service with a simple online facility. A highly recommended service."
Sharon
Individual applicant
"The form was very clear and feedback on errors very quick. Thank you ANCC."
Not sure where to start?
Book in a free consultation with us to discuss your organisation's employment background check needs, or to get an overview of the ANCC Business Portal.
