58 Pa. Code § 1202a.3 – Principals.

(a) A principal as defined in this subpart shall apply for licensure as a principal in accordance with § 433a.8 (relating to principal applications).
(b) In addition to information required under § 433a.8, an individual required to be licensed as a principal, unless otherwise directed by the Board, shall submit all of the following:
1. (1) The nonrefundable application fee posted on the Board’s web site.
2. (2) A description of responsibilities as a principal.
3. (3) Details relating to a similar license, permit or other authorization obtained in another jurisdiction.
4. (4) The consent to a background investigation by the Bureau and a release to obtain the information necessary for the completion of the background investigation.
5. (5) Other information required by the Board.
(c) Following review of the application and background investigation, the Board may approve a principal license if the applicant has proven by clear and convincing evidence that the applicant is a person of good character, honesty and integrity, and is eligible and suitable to be licensed as a principal.
(d) A principal license is not transferable.
(e) A temporary credential, which may be valid up to 270 days, may be issued by the Board to a principal if the Board determines additional time is needed to complete an investigation for licensure.