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Work Permits

Work permits are processed through the
SHS Counseling Office 

SHS Students:

  • Get an Application for Employment Certificate from the Counseling Office or print one from the link below
  • Fill out part 1 and have parent/guardian sign it
  • Go to the nurse - they will complete part 3 (certificate of physical fitness - physical within 12 months verification)
  • Then bring the application to the Counseling Office where they will complete part 2 (evidence of age) and issue the permit card
  • You must sign the permit card in front of a Counseling Office staff member 

All Other Students (Pittsford residents who are home schooled or attend private schools):

  • Get an Application for Employment Certificate from the Counseling Office or print one from the link below
  • Fill out part 1 and have parent/guardian sign it
  • Return the application to the Counseling Office.  You must provide proof of age and identity (Passport or birth certificate) and proof of having had a physical within the past 12 months.
  • A Counseling Office staff member will process a card for you that you must sign in front of the staff member 

Please Note:

  • The employer will keep the employment certificate until the employee leaves or turns 18.
  • If you lose your employment certificate, the Counseling Office can create a duplicate for you.
  • If you have a work permit card for ages 14 - 15 (blue), you can get a work permit card for ages 16 - 17 (green) from the Counseling Office when you turn 16.  You do not need to do the paperwork again.
  • Child model and farm worker employment certificates are also available.