RESOURCES HUB

Resources & DODD Links

Access important resources, official DODD portals, and essential links to help you navigate the Independent Provider certification process in Ohio.

DODD Ohio

Official Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities

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Shared Services

Ohio Shared Services Portal

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BCI Background Check

Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation

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APPLICATION PORTALS

DODD Application & Certification

Important portals and resources for starting and completing your Independent Provider certification.

Become a Provider

Official DODD guide to apply as an Independent Provider

Provider Certification

Certification requirements and information

Forms & Applications

Download required DODD forms and applications

Ohio Medicaid

Ohio Department of Medicaid resources

REQUIREMENTS

Background Checks & Training

Required background checks and training resources for Independent Providers.

Where to Get Background Checks

Find approved locations for BCI & FBI fingerprinting

BCI Background Check

Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation portal

FBI Background Check

FBI Identity History Summary checks

DODD Training Requirements

Required training information for providers

First Aid / CPR Training

Red Cross First Aid and CPR courses

WAIVER PROGRAMS

Waiver Information

Learn about Ohio's waiver programs that fund services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Ohio DD Waivers Overview

Information about available waiver programs

Individual Options (IO) Waiver

Home and community-based services

Level One Waiver

Supports for living at home with family

SELF Waiver

Self-Empowered Life Funding

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Disability & Autism Resources

Additional organizations and resources to support individuals with developmental disabilities and autism.

Autism Society

National autism information and advocacy

The Arc

Advocacy for people with disabilities

Disability Rights Ohio

Legal advocacy and protection services

Ohio County Boards

Find your local county DD board

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