How to Complete a Professional Qualification Check: Step-by-Step Guide

If you have been requested to complete an academic qualification check, you will see a **Professional Qualification Check** card. This process consists of three steps and requires the following information: ## Page 1: Professional qualification details If you do not have a relevant professional qualification or membership, please check **"I do not have a relevant professional qualification"**. Please also specify a reason in the following section. ### 1. Country - Select the country where your institution or awarding body is located. ### 2. Body / institution name - Enter the full name of the institution or awarding body as stated on your document proof. - If your institution does not appear in the list, select the **"Create New"** option. ### 3. Name of qualification - Enter the name of the membership or qualification as stated on your document proof. - For example, **Doctor** or **Accounting**. ### 4. Dates of study - Enter the start date and the latest date you were enrolled at the institution. - If you did not complete your studies or are still studying, select the appropriate date accordingly. - If unsure, refer to your certificate. The end date may be the same as the award date. ![zincwork_hc_images/how-to-complete-a-professional-qualification-check-1.png](https://storage.googleapis.com/public-fini-assets/zincwork_hc_images/how-to-complete-a-professional-qualification-check-1.png) ### 5. Membership / license number - Provide a membership number if this is stated on your documented proof. - This field is optional. ### 6. Level - Enter the level or type of membership or qualification as stated on your document proof. - For example, **License to practice** or **Level 1**. - This field is optional. ![zincwork_hc_images/how-to-complete-a-professional-qualification-check-2.png](https://storage.googleapis.com/public-fini-assets/zincwork_hc_images/how-to-complete-a-professional-qualification-check-2.png) ## Page 2: Document proof ### 1. Document proof type - Specify the type of document proof you are uploading. - This may include any form of documentation provided directly by the institution or a screenshot of the register. - **If you do not provide a document, the check may be delayed by 2–4 weeks.** - If possible, we recommend ordering replacement documents in advance to avoid delays. ### 2. Document upload - The document must be a single page. - Ensure it is not rotated and that the image is clear. - If you cannot provide a document, specify the reason in the previous section. ## Page 3: Dates ### 1. Dates of study - Enter the start date and the latest date you were enrolled at the body/institution. - If you did not complete your studies or are still studying, select the appropriate date accordingly. - If unsure, refer to your certificate. The end date of study may be the same as the award date on your certificate or study proof document. ### 2. Award date - Enter the award date as stated on your certificate. - This may be the same as the end date of your study. ![zincwork_hc_images/how-to-complete-a-professional-qualification-check-3.png](https://storage.googleapis.com/public-fini-assets/zincwork_hc_images/how-to-complete-a-professional-qualification-check-3.png)