NOTICE: Due to a system issue, Child Abuse Clearance applications that are rejected may not be resubmitted through the Child Welfare Portal. To resubmit a rejected Child Abuse Clearance application please call the Clearance Verification Unit (717-783-6211) or toll free at (1-877-371-5422) to provide the necessary information or print and mail the corrected Child Abuse Application to Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, PO Box 8170, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8170.

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Child Welfare Portal

Our service provides a means for individuals to apply for PA Child Abuse History Clearance online and for mandated reporters to report child abuse in Pennsylvania.

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Organizations can manage PA Child Abuse History Clearances online for their employees and volunteers

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Clearance Applications

Child Abuse Referrals