Are firms that place only independent contractors eligible for certification?
Yes, they are eligible. Under the Human Resources standards, it is stated that the HCSS firm evaluates the performance of each staff member. Staff are defined as “individuals such as employees or independent contractors who provide services provided by the HCSS firm.” Whether a firm places only independent contractors, or a few independent contractors, both the firm and the Human Resources files for the independent contractors are eligible for review, and as part of the review process, may be selected.
