May 2026 Owl's Outlook

The May Owl's Outlook is here, and there's plenty to dig into. 🦉
This month's issue spotlights the launch of Screening 801: Navigating Healthcare Background Checks, a brand new course built for HR and compliance professionals in the healthcare space. From accreditation requirements to continuous monitoring, this one's a big deal. Beyond the launch, we're diving into compliance essentials, workforce trends, and what's happening on the global screening front.
Inside this issue you'll find:

The official launch of Screening 801 and what healthcare organizations need to know about compliant, defensible screening programs
A look at how top workforce skills are shifting from technical to human-centered, according to the World Economic Forum
Why combining your FCRA disclosure form with other documents can open the door to costly litigation
A reminder that adverse action is not a one-size-fits-all process, with jurisdictional requirements that vary widely
The critical difference between Verification and Validation in international background screening
A closer look at Screening 501 and how to build a background screening policy that actually defends your program
What "Further Testing" means in drug screening and why it protects both employers and candidates
A new partnership between AB Global and Verisys to strengthen hiring and compliance in healthcare

Plus, Professor Hootsworth is gearing up for the launch of Screening 801. Follow along on LinkedIn using #WheresHootsworth.