CNCS NSCHC Eligibility Requirements and Suitability Screening Reminder

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Dear Grantees, 

As the agency continues its annual improper payments testing and grant monitoring, the Office of the Chief Risk Officer has received some questions about National Service Criminal History Check (NSCHC) eligibility requirements. 

As such, we are sending you this quick reminder and clarification.  While the NSCHC eligibility requirements have not changed, the NSCHC eligibility requirements only establish baseline requirements. 

Grantees may establish additional screening procedures to meet the needs of their programs.  These procedures can include components and criteria that go beyond the NSCHC baseline requirements and are tailored to meet the needs of the program, organization, and beneficiary population.  Please refer to the CNCS NSCHC Enforcement Guide for more details regarding ineligibility.

If you have questions, please contact your Program or Grants Officer. 

Office of the Chief Risk Officer
Corporation for National and Community Service