Authorization for Coaching, Athletic Training, Limited Sports Training

Authorizations for Coaching, Athletic Training, and Limited Sports Training are issued to individuals hired in these positions by a West Virginia public school system. This authorization expires on June 30th each year can be renewed annually. 

General Requirements

To apply, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or hold eligible documentation (see Policy 5202, Minimum Requirements for the Licensure of Professional/Paraprofessional Personnel and Advanced Salary Classifications, for complete requirements)
• Be employed in the West Virginia public school system
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalency
• Have completed West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission-required courses
• Hold valid medical credentials if applying for limited sports training and athletic training authorization

Renewal 

To renew, you must:

• Be a U.S. citizen or hold eligible documentation (see Policy 5202 for complete requirements)
• Be employed in the West Virginia public school system
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalency
• Have completed West Virginia Secondary School Activities Commission-required courses
• Hold valid medical credentials if applying for limited sports training and athletic training authorization

Application Submission

For instructions on how to apply for a license to work in West Virginia public schools, follow the steps detailed on the certification application process page.

If this is your first time using our Certification Portal, you will need to register. Follow the instructions for first-time applicants. 

For more detailed instructions, see our Form 39 initial tutorial video:

For more detailed instructions, see our Form 39 renewal tutorial video:

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