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1. PA State Police Criminal Record Check Can be obtained online at

https://epatch.state.pa.us/Home.jsp

with results available within a few minutes. There is no fee for volunteers.

2. PA Department Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance Can be obtained online at https://www.compass.state.pa.us/CWIS with results usually within 14 days. There is no fee for volunteers.

3. Federal Criminal Background Check: Go to www.pa.cogentid.com to schedule an appointment and pay for the background check.