Verification Process
IRFE's verification process ensures all evidence submitted for evaluation is authentic, accurate, and meets our rigorous standards for professional excellence.
Verification Team
Independent Verification Specialists
Our verification team consists of:
- Former certification board examiners
- Professional licensing investigators
- Academic credential evaluators
- Industry compliance specialists
Step-by-Step Verification
Phase 1: Document Review
- Initial assessment of submitted evidence completeness
- Format and authenticity checks on all documents
- Cross-referencing with known credential databases
- Identification of any missing or unclear information
Phase 2: Primary Source Verification
- Direct contact with issuing organizations
- Verification of certification status and validity
- Confirmation of award recipients and dates
- Validation of publication authorship and details
Phase 3: Secondary Validation
- Cross-checking information across multiple sources
- Assessment of evidence consistency and coherence
- Evaluation of claim plausibility and context
- Identification of any red flags or inconsistencies
Phase 4: Final Review
- Ethics Committee oversight of verification results
- Resolution of any outstanding questions
- Scoring application based on verified evidence
- Documentation of verification findings
Verification Standards
Evidence Acceptance Criteria
Evidence is accepted only when:
- Primary source verification is successful
- All documents are authentic and unaltered
- Dates and details are consistent across sources
- Context supports the claimed level of achievement
Rejection Criteria
Evidence is rejected if:
- Issuing organization cannot confirm validity
- Documents show signs of alteration or forgery
- Information conflicts with verified records
- Claims exceed documented evidence
Timeline and Communication
Process Timeline
- Initial Review: 2-4 weeks from submission
- Source Verification: 4-8 weeks depending on response times
- Final Resolution: 2-4 weeks for completion
- Total Process: 2-4 months from initial submission
Candidate Communication
Candidates receive:
- Regular status updates throughout the process
- Requests for additional information when needed
- Final verification results with detailed feedback
- Appeal rights and procedures if applicable