(a) Coaches of extra class periods in physical education, as defined in section 135.1(h) of this Part, shall meet the requirements of this section.

(b) Except as provided in subdivision (c) of this section, all coaches must hold valid certification in first aid knowledge and skills, including instruction in the administration of adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation, as issued by the American National Red Cross, or meet equivalent requirements as set forth in this section.

(c) By January 15, 1993 all coaches employed on or after January 15, 1992 must hold valid certification in first aid knowledge and skills, including instruction in administration of adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation, as issued by the American National Red Cross, or meet equivalent requirements as set forth in this section.

(d) For the purpose of this section, the following shall be deemed as equivalent to certification in first aid knowledge and skills, including instruction in administration of adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation as issued by the American National Red Cross:

(e) Except as provided in subdivision (c) of this section, prior to the start of each sports season, coaches must provide valid evidence to their chief school officer that their first aid and adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation knowledge and skills are current pursuant to the requirements established by the American National Red Cross or that they meet equivalent requirements as set forth in subdivision (d) of this section.