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Who Needs the Act 168 Form?
All applicants for Pennsylvania school positions involving direct contact with children must complete the Act 168 form. This includes teachers, administrators, coaches, school counselors, and all applicants for employment at a Pennsylvania school entity. Independent contractors working directly with students must also submit this form to the hiring school entity before starting work.
Frequently Asked Questions About Act 168
What is the Act 168 form used for?
The Act 168 form is Pennsylvania's Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release. School employers use it to verify whether a job candidate has any past history of sexual misconduct or abuse investigations at former employers.
Is the Act 168 form the same as a background check?
No. Act 168 is a separate requirement from standard background checks. Most Pennsylvania school applicants must complete multiple clearances, including the background check consent form, the Act 34 criminal history check, the Act 151 child abuse history clearance, and an FBI fingerprint check. Act 168 focuses specifically on misconduct disclosure from former employers.
How long does it take to fill out the Act 168 form?
Most applicants complete the Act 168 form in under two minutes. The form is three pages and asks for your name, employment history, and a signed certification. FormsPal's online editor makes the process fast and easy to complete.
Where can I find the Act 168 form?
You can access and fill out the Act 168 form directly on this page using FormsPal's free online PDF editor. The form is also available from your hiring school entity and from the Pennsylvania Department of Education website.