What Other Documents Are Accepted to Get a Police Check Badge?

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In addition to a standard police check, Mad Paws accepts a Working With Children (WWC) Check issued within the last 12 months in Australia as a valid document to obtain a Police Check Badge.

Instructions

1. Check Document Eligibility
   • Ensure your WWC Check was issued:
     • Within the last 12 months.
     • In Australia.
   • Expired or international WWC Checks are not eligible.
2. Upload Your WWC Check
   • Log in to your Mad Paws account.
   • Go to your dashboard and navigate to the Verification section.
   • Select Upload Police Check and upload your WWC Check document.
3. Allow Time for Processing
   • Badge approval typically takes up to 7 business days after uploading a valid document.
4. Check Your Profile
   • Once your WWC Check is approved, the Police Check Badge will be displayed on your profile.

Related Articles

• How to Apply for a Police Check
• My Police Check Badge Is Not Showing in My Profile
• What are the Badges that I Can Apply for?

FAQs & Tips

FAQs

• What is a Working With Children (WWC) Check?

  A WWC Check is a clearance certificate required in Australia for individuals working with children, indicating they have passed relevant background checks.

• What if my WWC Check is older than 12 months?

  You’ll need to apply for a police check badge at other accredited provider. Read an article here.

Tips

• Keep It Current. Ensure your WWC Check or police check is always updated within the last 12 months.
• Verify Before Uploading. Double-check that your WWC Check meets the criteria to avoid delays.
• Track Your Badge. If your badge doesn’t appear after 7 business days, contact Mad Paws Support for assistance.