Coach Certifications
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact technicaldirector@etobicokeyouthsoccer.com
LIST OF CERTIFICATIONS
We highly recommend all of our coaches enroll themselves in the following certification programs regardless of whether they are coaching house league or competitive soccer; however, certain certifications are mandatory before applying as a competitive coach.
Soccer Specific Training through Ontario Soccer
Active Start (for coaches coaching 4-5 year olds)
https://www.ontariosoccer.net/active-start
FUNdamentals (U6-U8 female/U6-U9 male)
https://www.ontariosoccer.net/fundamentals
Learn to Train (U9-U12 years olds)
https://www.ontariosoccer.net/learn-to-train
Soccer for Life (13 years old & older)
https://www.ontariosoccer.net/soccer-for-life
Other Certification Programs
Respect in Soccer - for coaches and parents
https://www.ontariosoccer.net/page/show/3741137-respect-in-sport
Concussion Making Headway - great for anyone to take
https://www.coach.ca/making-head-way-concussion-elearning-series-p153487
Competitive Coaches require the following mandatory courses:
(Head Coach and Assistant Coach)
Soccer Specific Training (of the Age Group assigned)
Respect in Soccer
Making Ethical Decisions
Making Head Way - Concusssion
Standard First Aid and CPR - highly recommended