ALL volunteers, unless explicitly noted, are required to complete all requirements for PA state and Little League clearances. Documents should be submitted to State College Little League by emailing [email protected].
STEP 1 – State Requirements (only required every 5 years)
STEP 2 – JDP Background Check + Abuse Awareness Training (required annually by Little League)
A. Complete the JDP Quick App to satisfy Little League’s background check requirement.
B. Complete the NEW Abuse Awareness Training Course:
- Go to Little League Smarter University
- Create an account
- If you already have an account, log in at LittleLeague.SmarterU.com
- Search for the "Abuse Awareness Training" course
- Click “Start” (or “Continue”) to begin. It opens as a pop-up, so check your blocker settings.
- Download your certificate upon completion.
STEP 3 – Submit Application & Documents to SCLL
A. View available volunteer roles here: Volunteer Opportunities
B. Email all documents from Steps 1 and 2 to [email protected] with the season year and volunteer name in the subject line (e.g., “2025 – Smith, John”).
Note: Concession stand volunteers do not need clearances, as no one under 18 is permitted inside the stand at any time.