Initial Clearance Instructions

For All Education Majors

TUBERCULOSIS (TB) TINE TEST INSTRUCTIONS

Going to Personal Physician:

You may go to your personal physician to have your tuberculosis test taken.  If the results of this test are recorded on Mansfield University's Health Evaluation Report, then simply photo copy the side of the form with the TB result and turn it into the Field Experience Office.  Please note that every education major needs to have one of three tests (TB Tine, Mantoux, or PPD) to prove that they are negative for Tuberculosis.  This requires that the form indicates the date that the test result was negative, the doctor's signature, and the student's name. Please pay special attention to this requirement as the form is misleading.  The form may lead you to believe that you are not requried to have the test taken, but all education majors must have the test taken and have proof of the results turned into the Field Experience Office in 205. 

Going to Campus Clinic in Maple B:

You may visit the Campus Clinic in Maple B to have your tuberculosis test taken.  You should call 4350 in advance for an appointment.  They will provide a three part form, one for their records, one for you, and one for you to bring to the Field Experience Office in 205 Retan.  This visit will be free, but you will be charged for the serum.  (Under $30)   

CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK INSTRUCTIONS (ACT 34)

FAST!! On-line ACT 34 Criminal Record Check request: Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History (on-line with credit card) Print two!! Take a copy to the Field Experience Office - RC 205

OR

SLOW!! Print out and snail mail ACT 34 Criminal Record Check request: Act 34 Clearance.pdf (print)

Fill out your name, address, and telephone number. Do not use the address of the potential employer or Department of Education. Submit a $10.00 money order payable to Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Mail in and wait approximately four weeks for it to return. Take original with copy to the Field Experiences Office - RC 205

CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE  INSTRUCTIONS (ACT 151)

Act 151 Clearance

1. Print clearly and neatly in ink or type section I only.
2. Address must be applicant's current home address.
3. All information must be completed in full.
4. Clearance must be signed.
5. $10 Money order must be enclosed payable to Department of Public Welfare.
6. One block must be checked. **
7. Send no postage paid return envelopes of any kind.

The form specifically asks for all previous names, addresses and household members since 1975.  This information must be provided to the best of your knowledge and belief.  Attach additional pages, if necessary.

** Check the school employment block for college courses or student teaching.

Mail in and wait approximately two weeks for it to return.
Take original with copy to the Field Experiences Office - RC 205

Pennsylvania FBI Fingerprint Clearance (ACT 114)

1. Cogent Fingerprinting Services - PA Department of Education
2. Registration - Register On-line
3. Dissemination Disclaimer check box and press continue
4. Complete Applicant Registration
5. MUST CHECK BOX!!! - "I request a copy of the report be mailed to the address on my application; there is $2.00 processing fee. ($38 total)"
6. Will be able to print out proof of registering and paying fee.
7. Call fingerprint site you plan to visit and make appointment
8. Have fingerprints scanned. Wait for clearance to return in mail.
9. Bring the original and a copy to Field Experiences - RC 205

Effective 4/8/08 FBI Fingerprint Site in Wellsboro
There is a FBI scan site in Wellsboro at the Tioga County Courthouse.
By Appointment ONLY!  M-F 9-Noon & 1-5 
Pre-register and pay fee on the cogentid site then call Debbie Eichelberger for
an appointment 570-723-8231.

Links with helpful information regarding the Pennsylvania ACT 114 Fingerprinting effective 4/1/07:
Pennsylvania Department of Education Background Clearance Page

ACT 114 FBI Clearance Q&A

ACT 114 FBI Clearance Public Communication 3-13-07

Take all original documents along with copies to the Field Experience Office, Retan Center, Room 205

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YOU CAN SEE WHAT THE FIELD EXPERIENCE OFFICE HAS ON FILE FOR YOU BY CHECKING

Web Advisor
Test Summary
Other Tests

Students can print out & sign to provide professors with proof that all clearances are on file with Field 
 

Public School Employee -  Clearance Letter

Current Teacher - Clearance Form
 

Initial Clearance Instructions

• Public School Employee - Clearance Letter

Application for Pennsylvania Certification Forms

Please note: The PDE 338 C&G forms should be turned in to Lori Cass, 224 South Hall with a money order payable to Mansfield University by the end of the semester prior to student teaching.

• PDE 338 C
• PDE 338 G

Additional Resources

• Initial Clearance Instructions
• Liability Insurance
• New York Certification
• Renewal Clearance Instructions

 

Contact Us

Educational Field Experiences
205  Retan Center
Mansfield University
Mansfield, PA 16933

Mrs. Christina Fry, Coordinator
Phone: (570) 662-4576

Beth McClure, Admin. Assist.
Phone: (570) 662-4024
Fax: (570) 662-4335