As part of your application to become an Independent Provider, you must complete and training certificates. Below is information on required courses.
DODD MyLearning
As a new Independent Provider, you will need to complete the Independent Provider – Initial Training. Visit DODD MyLearning for training courses available through DODD.
The Independent Provider- Initial Training will meet all training requirements needed for an independent initial application. The certificate of completion can be uploaded into the application under each training requirement being requested.
Please Note: This process can take approximately 4 hours to complete.
Below is a list of the required classes.
- Introduction to Supporting People with Developmental Disabilities
- Bill of Rights for People with Developmental Disabilities and the NADSP Code of Ethics
- Trauma-Informed Care and Restrictive Measures
- Health and Safety: Unusual and Major Unusual Incidents (UI/MUI)
- Universal Precautions
- Valued Roles and Community Integration
- Introduction to Empathy-Based Care
- Review of 2024 Health and Welfare Alerts
- Billing and Service Documentation
CPR & First Aid Certification
An independent provider must also complete the following training for initial certification and maintain without interruption while certified with DODD.
- Valid “American Red Cross” or equivalent certification (i.e., American Heart Association, etc.) in first aid which includes an IN-PERSON skills assessment completed with an approved trainer.
- Valid “American Red Cross” or equivalent certification (i.e., American Heart Association, etc.) in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) which includes an IN-PERSON skills assessment completed with an approved trainer.
To find an approved trainer nearest you, please visit:
Your certificate may be a combined certificate for both CPR and First Aid. If combined, you will need to upload the certificate to BOTH the CPR section and the First Aid section in the application.
Official Driver’s Abstract
This is only required if applying to provide transportation services. Agency and independent providers that have a Medicaid provider agreement and are DODD-certified can provide this service. Transportation can be provided one-on-one or as a group service.
- It should be completed no more than 14 days prior to submitting the application.
- You may submit an online request for your Official Driver’s Abstract through the Ohio BMV website or visit your local BMV office.
- If you have more than 6 points on your driver abstract you will NOT be able to provide transportation.
- An abstract older than 14 days cannot be accepted.
- An unofficial abstract cannot be accepted.
Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Sign-up and Training
Services billed in 15-minute units require providers to log their services using EVV.
Please follow the link below and follow the directions step by step.
- EVV Training for Independent Providers Learners Sign Up tips
- Reminder: Download and save your completion certificate. You will need to upload it at the end of the application process.
- More information about Electronic Visit Verification can be found on Ohio’s Dept. of Medicaid website
