Back to Basics Webinar Series
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Updated & Relaunching Fall 2026!
This webinar series is being refreshed with updated content and will relaunch in Fall 2026. Visit the webinar registration page for upcoming rebroadcasts. Check back here for the on-demand recordings following each rebroadcast.
The Back to Basics Series provides participants with a basic understanding of the background screening industry, including types of criminal and non-criminal searches. The series also covers the background of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and explores permissible purposes, adverse action, and disputes. The Back to Basics Series is an excellent introduction to the background screening industry for new employees or anyone needing a refresher.
PBSA has created the following resources as aides to utilize the Back to Basics Series as a New Employee training resource.
Recordings in this series are complimentary for PBSA members. Registration is required.
- Back to Basics #1 Background Screening Introduction: An Overview
- Presenter: Lester Rosen, Attorney, Podcast creator and host of Behind the Screens
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Qualifies for 1 FCRA Core Renewal PDC*
- This program explores the foundations of background screening, including an overview of its history and development in the United States, along with other fundamental concepts of the profession.
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Back to Basics #2 FCRA 101: Definitions, Key Players, Limitations and Obligations - Presenter: Kevin Coy, Partner, Arnall Golden Gregory LLP
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Qualifies for 1 FCRA Core Renewal PDC*
- This program explores the foundations of the FCRA, including its background, key definitions, key players, and other fundamental concepts.
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Back to Basics #3 FCRA 102: Permissible Purpose, Adverse Action and Disputes - Presenter: Kelly Uebel, Owner, Uebel Law PLLC
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Qualifies for 1 FCRA Core Renewal PDC*
- This program builds on foundational FCRA concepts with a closer look at permissible purpose, adverse action, disputes, and other key compliance considerations.
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Back to Basics #4 Criminal Search Types: County, State, Federal, Multi-Jurisdictional, and Non-U.S Criminal Searches - Presenter: Scott Maloney, President, Omni Data Retrieval
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Does NOT Qualify for 1 FCRA Core Renewal PDC*
This program explores common types of criminal record searches, including county, statewide, multi-jurisdictional, and international criminal searches.
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Back to Basics #5 Non-Criminal Searches: Education & Employment Verifications, Social Media, References, Motor Vehicle and other Searches - Presenter: Kevin Bachman, Founding Partner, iQubed Advisors
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Does NOT Qualify for 1 FCRA Core Renewal PDC*
- This program explores common types of non-criminal searches, including what they are, key considerations, and common challenges associated with conducting them.
*Designated webinars (live and recordings) qualify for Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for FCRA Core Renewal. Learn more about FCRA Core Certificate.
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