Temple University has a demonstrated longstanding commitment to the safety and protection of minors on campus by requiring individuals in positions with significant likelihood of contact with minors to complete mandatory background checks. We continue to be committed to protecting minors and ensuring university compliance with employment laws in the state of Pennsylvania.
Pursuant to Pennsylvania Child Protective Services Law, Title 23 Pa. Cons. Stat. Chapter 63, (the “CPSL”), and Temple University policy, Background Checks for Employees Having Contact with Minors #04.61.14, individuals who have responsibility for the care, supervision, guidance or control of minors or routine interaction with minors are required to provide the university with comprehensive background checks prior to the commencement of service. The law excludes an employee of an institution of higher education whose direct contact with minors, in the course of employment, is limited to either prospective students visiting a campus operated by the institution of higher education, or matriculated students who are enrolled with the institution.