A good background history is a vital part of every psychological evaluation. Now, psychologists can get the results of a comprehensive background examination before meeting candidates in order to focus more deeply on problem areas.
Increased Efficiency
Candidates complete the BHQ before coming into the office
The Background History Report is available to review before interviewing the candidate
Allows for targeted interviews on identified problem areas
Increased Effectiveness
Background data has been shown to be the best predictors of future job performance.
All critical areas of functioning are assessed
Improved Deception Detection
Questions are asked individually and candidates cannot change previous answers to correspond to later answers
After the questionnaire is completed, candidates review answers; any changes are recorded and initial answers are saved for review
Sharing of information with background investigators through a secure website allows for cross checking of information
Candidates responses from previous administrations can be compared with current administrations
