Field Experience

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO NOW:

Step 1: Get your BCI and FBI Background check ASAP. 

• Use code 3319.291 for both BCI and FBI Background checks. 

• You can schedule a background check on the second floor of White Hall in the Instructional Resource Center (IRC) by using this link or going to any other WebCheck location that does background checks.  

• Have your background check sent electronically to the Ohio Department of Education/State Board of Education. We recommend you have a copy sent to yourself for your records.

• You are not required to get a new background check if you have had one done within 1 year of the date that the pre-service permit is issued and if an electronic copy of that background check was sent to the State Board of Education (formerly the Ohio Department of Education) at the time you got the background check. If your background check is nearing expiration, it may expire before issuance of the pre-service permit. 

Step 2: Create an OHID account and apply for the Educator State ID Number.

• You can register for your OHID account at OHID.

• Once you have your OHID, click on the Open App button under the Educator Licensure and Records (CORE) option to apply for your Educator State ID Number. 

• This link will take you to the CORE Applicant User Manual which will guide you through the process of getting your Educator State ID Number.

Step 3: Complete the pre-permit application on the EHHS Student Portal.

• You must register on the EHHS student portal so that we can approve your application.

• Once you have registered for the pre-service permit, you will be directed to apply through the State Board of Education website to complete Step 4.

Step 4: Complete the Pre-Service Teacher Permit application through your OHID account. 
 
Other Important Information

You are not required to apply for a Pre-Service Teacher Permit if you hold a current and valid license including a: substitute, coaching, paraprofessional, or any Ohio license where you are enrolled in the RAPBACK program. 

If you recently received a background check but did not have it sent electronically to the State Board of Education (or formerly the Ohio Department of Education), you will need to get a new background check. If you are unsure, check in your OHID account to see if the state has received a copy. 

You can check the status of your application in your OHID account. You cannot begin any field experience or student teaching placement until your permit is approved and issued. 

Please see additional Pre-Service Permit FAQs from the State Board of Education here.