Licensure and Certification
The Ohio Department of Mental Health (ODMH) has statutory and regulatory authority over providers of mental health services to Ohio consumers. Separate standards apply depending on the type and level of service provided.
Community Mental Health Agencies
Community mental health agencies require certification by ODMH when they provide mental health services that are funded by a community mental health board or when they are subject to department licensure of a residential facility according to section 5119.22 of the Revised Code. Community Mental Health Agencies may also voluntarily request certification. More about certification of community mental health agencies...
Residential Facilities
Residential facilities require licensure by ODMH if they operate a publicly or privately operated home or facility serving individual with mental illness. More about licensure of residential facilities...
Inpatient Psychiatric Service Providers
Private inpatient psychiatric service providers require licensure by ODMH if they are private psychiatric hospitals providing acute inpatient mental health services. More about licensure of private inpatient psychiatric service providers...
Certification and Licensure Rules
A provider interested in obtaining Certification and/or Licensure is encouraged to read the applicable standards for a more detailed explanation of the rules and processes involved in Certification and/or Licensure. More about certification and licensure rules...
Incident Reporting
Licensed residential and certified community agencies must track critical care incidents related to health and safety within their facilities. Incident notification reports can be submitting electronically using the Web-Enabled Incident Reporting System (WEIRS).
Web-Enabled Incident Reporting System (WEIRS) live site
Web-Enabled Incident Reporting System (WEIRS) test site
About Licensure and Certification
Information regarding the office functions related to Licensure and Certification is posted in this section. More about the Office of Licensure and Certification...