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Clearances

Individuals working with children in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania must have these clearances. Since courses may require fieldwork, students in the program must have these clearances.

Clearance
Valid Period
Where Obtained
Cost
The Pennsylvania State Police Request For Criminal Records (Act 34) Good for the duration of the teacher certification program. Must be renewed if not continuously enrolled. www.psp.state.pa.us/patch/site/default.asp $10.00
The Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151) Good one calendar year from the date of issue. Must be renewed every year. www.dpw.state.pa.us/Resources/Documents/
Pdf/FillInForms/DPWchildabuse.pdf
$10.00
The Federal Criminal History Record (Act 114) Good for the duration of the teacher certification program. Must be renewed if not continuously enrolled. www.pa.cogentid.com $40.00
P. P. D. Tuberculin Test Must be current within one year and renewed each year. Student Health Services, 1810 Liacouras Walk, 4th floor, or at your primary care physician. $4.00


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