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Training Requirements & Classes - Fingerprint Background Checks

With the implementation of Initiative 1163, all long term care (LTC) workers (both Medicaid AND private pay) hired on or after January 7, 2012 must have a fingerprint-based background check (background check).

DSHS must pay for background checks for all LTC workers.

The Background Check Process

The following are step-by-step background check procedures for:

• Adult Family Homes
• Assisted Living Facilities
• Home Care Agencies– Medicaid
• Home Care Agencies – Private pay
• Individual Providers - Non DDD

Forms

• Background Check Authorization Form
  This form is also available in many different languages.
• Fingerprint Appointment Form Word | PDF

Additional Resources

• Learn more about working with the:
  • Interim Result Letter (WA State Name and Date of Birth results)
  • Result Letter (WSP/FBI fingerprint results)
  • Performing a Character, Competency and Suitability Review
• Background check process flowchart
• Background Check Central Unit (BCCU) website
  BCCU processes background checks for DSHS programs.
  • Find or verify your BCCU account number.
  • See the current turn-a-round times for processing requests.
• MorphoTrust Website
  MorphoTrust is the company that performs the electronic fingerprinting.
  • Schedule the fingerprint appointment on-line