Applying for an initial 5-year coaching permit for non-educators
If this is your first time applying for a coaching permit in Connecticut, there are a few steps you will need to complete before you are granted your permit.
If you are already a certified educator and are also seeking a coaching permit, read about certified coaches to see the steps you should take.
Step 1: Required Courses
Before you apply for your permit, you must complete the following courses:
- CIAC Connecticut coaching course or other approved courses
- Module 15 concussion and neck injury management course
- First aid
- CPR
Step 2: Complete Your Application
After you have completed the required courses, you are free to apply for your permit. Use the Connecticut Educator Certification System (C.E.C.S.) to apply online. If you prefer a paper-based application, submit an ED185 form.
In addition, you are required to mail all documentation from your completed courses, as well as a copy of your high school diploma or a copy of your college degree. An official high school or college transcript with the graduation date listed is acceptable in place of your diploma or degree.
Step 3: Submit Your Documents
Emailed or faxed paper-based applications and forms with signatures cannot be accepted. Mail all required documents to the following address:
Connecticut State Department of Education
Bureau of Educator Standards and Certification
P.O. Box 150471
Hartford, CT 06115-0471
Timelines
Applications are processed in the order received, typically within 4–6 weeks of submission. To avoid delays, applicants are encouraged to submit all requested documents in a timely manner. Processing may take longer during peak months (April–October).