Ohio Coaching Requirements:
Complete Guide
Everything Missouri coaches and athletic directors need to know about MSHSAA requirements and role-specific training—all covered in one CTC course.
Ohio Pupil Activity Permit (PAP) Requirements
State Board of Education mandated training for all coaches
Who Needs a PAP?
Every high school and middle school coach in Ohio—whether volunteer or paid—must obtain and maintain a Pupil Activity Permit through the State Board of Education.
What the PAP Requires:
• Background check
• Completion of training from an approved provider
• Application submitted to the State Board of Education
Required Training Areas for All Coaches
These certifications are required for every coach (volunteer and paid)
Coaching
Fundamentals
Core coaching principles and responsibilities
CPR
Training
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification
Lindsay's
Law
Sudden cardiac arrest awareness and prevention
Sports
First Aid
Immediate care for athletic injuries
Student Mental
Health
Supporting athletes' psychological wellbeing
Concussion
Training
Recognition and management of head injuries
All of these requirements are included in the Coaches' Tool Chest course
Additional Requirements for Paid Coaches
Because paid coaches are school employees, they must complete additional training
Auditor of State Fraud Training
Required for public school coaches as employees of the district
PBIS
Training
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
HB 47
Training
House Bill 47 compliance requirements
HB 8
Training
House Bill 8 compliance requirements
NIL Coach
Training
Name, Image, and Likeness guidelines for Ohio coaches
Sarah's Law - Seizure Training
Seizure recognition and response protocols
FERPA
Training
Student privacy and records protection
All of these requirements are included in the Coaches' Tool Chest course
How CTC Simplifies Ohio Compliance
One course covers everything
For Coaches:
- Complete all PAP training requirements in one course
- One certificate covers all required areas
- Immediately download and submit for PAP application
- Annual renewal with updated content—never repeat the same material
For Athletic Directors:
- Track all coaches in one platform
- Verify PAP requirements with a single certificate
- FinalForms integration automates certificate uploads
- Real-time visibility into compliance status
- Generate audit reports instantly
OHSAA Alignment:
CTC content includes Ohio High School Athletic Association policies, bylaws, and state-specific safety protocols to ensure complete compliance.
Get Started with CTC in Ohio
Coaches' Tool Chest is the approved provider for Ohio PAP requirements. Complete your certification and get back to coaching.
Athletic Directors: Contact us about district pricing
EMAIL: info@coachestoolchest.com
PHONE: (513) 486-6463