The PA Child Protective Services Law changed effective January 1, 2015.  All background checks must be completed using the provider designated by Pennsylvania per the requirements of the law.  Individuals fall into two categories…paid and volunteer…and each has its own set of required clearances. 

Volunteers must provide the following:

Individuals who are paid to oversee the children/have direct contact with children must provide the following:

In addition to the above clearances, all coaches must complete SafeSport Training annually.  The training is free and available online. 
The training is a comprehensive 90-minute overview of facts, principles, and strategies to help you provide safe and positive sport environments. Units include: 
-Sexual Misconduct Awareness and Education
-Mandatory Reporting
-Physical and Emotional Misconduct (including bullying, hazing, and harassment)

The re-certification takes approximately 15-20 minutes and covers the following:
-Recognizing and Reporting Misconduct
-Creating a Positive Sport Environment

To access SafeSport Training:
1.  Click Login on the home page at SafeSportTrained.org
2.  Enter your email address in the Username box
3.  Enter your password in the Password box.  If you do not know your password, click Forgot Password.  In the new window, enter your email address in either the Username box or the Email Address box and click Reset Password.
4. You will receive a password reset email in your inbox. If you do not receive the password reset email, check your junk folder. If you still cannot find the email, check the email address you entered in Absorb. If that is correct , contact your organization or our help desk for assistance at https://safesport.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/4