Provider Certification
About Provider Certification
Thank you for your interest in becoming a Provider. Prior to providing services to people with developmental disabilities, applicants (prospective providers) must first become certified by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD). Applicants must complete training, meet qualifications, pay a non-refundable fee, and upload supporting documentation as a part of the DODD online application. An applicant is prohibited from providing any services until certification is obtained by DODD.
If you are thinking about applying to become an Independent Provider, click here for some helpful hints to consider first.
If you're ready to find out more about the certification requirements and the application process as well as other helpful information, click here to visit DODD's Getting Started page for providers OR click here to view Cuyahoga’s Step by Step guide through the certification process.