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Educator Misconduct in PA Types and Process /Forms DOE




The Department of Education prosecutes educator discipline cases in accordance with the Educator Discipline Act, 24 P.S. §§ 2070.1a–2070.18c, and supporting regulations. 


Specifically, the Department receives, reviews, and investigates pre-complaint referrals and educator misconduct complaints. 


When discipline is warranted, the Department prosecutes educators before the Professional Standards and Practices Commission. 


Bullying Prevention

Special Education

Educator Certification

Professional Standards and Practices Commission

Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Training (Act 126)

Keep Kids Safe (Department of Human Services)

Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission

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