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Evaluation of an efficient method for verifying higher educational credentials.

D Johnson-Greene1, L M Binder

  • 1Portland Veterans Affairs Medical Center, USA.

Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology : the Official Journal of the National Academy of Neuropsychologists
|May 1, 1995
PubMed
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Verifying educational credentials by phone is an efficient method. This study found that calling colleges quickly confirmed most degrees, suggesting routine checks for questionable academic backgrounds.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Higher Education Administration

Background:

  • Neuropsychologists often rely on self-reported educational information without routine verification.
  • Accurate educational credentials are important for professional practice and patient trust.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To validate the efficacy of telephone verification for patient educational credentials.
  • To assess the feasibility of implementing routine credential checks in neuropsychology.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 50 subjects and 38 colleges was conducted.
  • Telephone calls were used to verify the attainment of baccalaureate degrees.
  • Fictitious educational information was provided to a subset of institutions for verification.

Main Results:

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  • The educational credentials of 94% of subjects were immediately verifiable by phone.
  • All 19 institutions contacted with fictitious information confirmed no record of the non-existent students.
  • Telephone verification proved to be an efficient method for confirming higher education attainment.

Conclusions:

  • Telephoning is a practical and efficient approach for verifying higher educational credentials.
  • Routine screening of patients with questionable academic backgrounds is recommended for neuropsychologists.
  • Implementing verification procedures can enhance the integrity of patient information in clinical practice.