Ohio Department of Education and OHSAA Coach Certification
All PAID and VOLUNTEER Coaches are required to obtain a Pupil Activity Permit through the Ohio Department of Education to work with, supervise or coach student‐athletes in Ohio. ALL Paid and Volunteer Coaches are bound by all regulations of the OHSAA.
State of Ohio – Coaching Permits Portal
Coaching or pupil activity permits are required for individuals who will direct, supervise or coach a student activity program that involves athletics, routine or regular physical activity or activities with health and safety considerations. School districts determine which staff members need to have a permit. Those who wish to apply for a permit through the Ohio Department of Education’s Office of Educator Licensure must complete the requirements outlined here.
Find CPR, First Aid & ECC Materials
Our network of authorized AHA Training Centers and Instructors offer in-person classroom training and skills sessions. Schedule training, find contact information, or see course options for your local Training Center with our online tools.
- http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/CPRAndECC/CPR_UCM_001118_SubHomePage.jsp
- https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/cpr?latitude=40.9586&longitude=-81.309
Fundamentals of Coaching Course
This NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching course provides a unique student-centered curriculum for interscholastic teacher/coaches, assisting them in creating a healthy and age-appropriate athletic experience that supports the educational mission of our nation’s schools. Please check with your state association to see if this course complies with your state requirements. Upon purchase, an individual will have access to the course for one year.