Courses

How to Register

Individuals may go to Coach.ca “The Locker” and login (or create account) to begin their online learning and/or reach out to their Provincial Territorial Coaching Representative (PTCR). Once complete please follow the step below for potential reimbursement.

Funding & Reimbursement

Minimum certifications are covered by the CAFSO through the members respective local PSP Base Sports Coordinator. Upon successful completion, individuals are to fill out this form, attached receipts and provide them to their local PSP Base Sports Coordinator for reimbursement.

Mandatory Coaching Courses

At minimum one person on any eligibility roster at Regional and/or National Sport Championship must have mandatory courses completed. This only relates to team sports (All Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball Slo-Pitch & Soccer):

Safe Sport Training
Making Headway
Emergency Action Plan

Recommended Coaching Courses

If a non-playing coach has the mandatory and recommended courses completed, they will have the ability to obtain a maximum of one spot on the eligibility certificate at Regional and National Sport Championships. This only relates to team sports (All Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball Slo-Pitch & Soccer):

Make Ethical Decisions
Planning a Practice

Course Descriptions

NCCP Emergency Action Plan (EAP) (e-learning) 15 minutes

The EAP course prepares individuals to respond calmly, quickly, and effectively if a sport participant is seriously injured during practice or competition.

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NCCP Creating a Positive Sport Environment (e-learning) 50 minutes
Participant-centered coaching strategies are an effective way to establish a safe and inclusive sport culture. By placing participants at the centre of the coaching process, coaches can promote growth and athletic development, foster creativity and learning, and protect participants from harm.

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NCCP Leading Drug-Free Sport (PTCR) 3.5 hours

After completion of this course individuals will be able to understand and explain the consequences of using banned substances in sport, educate athletes about drug-testing protocols at major competitions, and more.

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NCCP Make Ethical Decisions (PTCR) 4 hours

By successfully completing this course, individuals will be fully equipped to handle ethical situations with confidence and surety. This training helps coaches identify the legal, ethical, and moral implications of difficult situations that present themselves in the world of team and individual sport.

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NCCP Making Head Way (e-learning) 1.5 hours

After completing any NCCP Making Head Way course individuals will gain knowledge about concussion safety, prevention, recognition, and return to play. Visit Coach.ca and search for the NCCP Making Head Way course specific to your sport.

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NCCP Manage a Sport Program (PTCR) 4 hours

This course provides individuals with the opportunity to plan and interact with program budgeting, setting staff and team expectations, arranging team travel, building athlete agreements, and reporting on athlete/team progress.

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NCCP Planning a Practice (PTCR) 5 hours

After completing this course individuals will be prepared to plan safe and effective practices.

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Safe Sport Training (e-learning) 1.5 hours

By completing this course individuals will gain the knowledge and skills to create healthy and safe environments by recognizing, addressing and preventing maltreatment in sport.

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