How do I get an Act 151 clearance in PA?
The Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance can be submitted and paid for online through the Child Welfare Information Solution (CWIS) self-service portal or mailed in. If you chose to mail the form, please enclose a $13.00 money order or check for each application.
What is a PA clearance?
Get a Clearance The purpose for requiring clearances is to provide employers and those selecting volunteers with information to use as a part of a larger decision-making process when determining whether to hire someone as an employee or select them as a volunteer.
How long do clearances last in PA?
The PA Criminal History clearance is valid for one year from issuance date. You can obtain the PA Criminal History Clearance electronically at https://epatch.state.pa.us/ by clicking on the Submit a New Record Check link. DO NOT apply by selecting New Record Check (Volunteers only).
How often do PA clearances need to be renewed?
every 60 months
How often do clearances need to be renewed? PA Act 153 clearances must be renewed every 60 months.
How much do clearances cost in PA?
How much do the clearances cost? The Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check costs $8. The Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance costs $8.
What is PA Act 153 clearance?
The Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) requires employees, volunteers and other individuals who interact with minors to obtain three different clearances: Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History (PATCH) through the Pennsylvania State Police.
How long are my clearances good for in PA?
How long does it take to get Pa clearances?
Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 33/151) Your results may be available immediately. If not, you can log in at a later time to view the status of your results. The process can take up to 4 to 5 weeks for processing, and you will be mailed a copy of your results.