Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Active employees can submit PSLF certification requests directly through CUNYfirst Employee Self-Service (ESS) by following the instructions here. Once submitted, HR will review and verify employment. Inactive or former employees may obtain employment certifications by following instructions listed here. For additional information regarding the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program and Waiver Relief, please see Student Loan Forgiveness Program - The City University of New York (cuny.edu)