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Welcome to the

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

Learn About ClearancesUse this link to obtain more information about the PA Child Abuse History Clearance Application Website
Verify a Certificate Verify an existing certificate.

Child Abuse Referrals

Learn About Child Abuse Referrals
Use this link to obtain more information about the Child Abuse Referral Website
Office of Children, Youth and Families (OCYF) Regional Offices

Child Welfare Portal

Clearance Applications

Child Abuse Referrals

Services and Information