Become a Coach

Coaching Requirements

  • STEP 1

    Get Your NCCP Number

    If you are an NCCP certified coach in another sport or sector of lacrosse you can use your existing NCCP number.

    Get your NCCP #

  • STEP 2

    Register for Coaching Clinic

    If you’re a new coach, you will need to create a new login as this is a different registration portal than the club portal.

    Register Here →

  • STEP 3

    Complete Concussion Training

    Completion of the Making Head Way eLearning concussion module is mandatory for all coaches and trainers.

    Complete Training →

  • STEP 4

    Register with your Club

    Coaches are required to register with their club by April 15 (for Men’s Field), June 1 (for Minor Box), or October 1 (for Sixes) each playing season.

    Register Here →

  • STEP 5

    Complete Criminal Record Check

    All bench personnel (coaches, trainers and managers) over the age of 18 must complete their screening requirements according to the OLA's Screening Policy.

    Learn More →

  • STEP 6

    Maintain Your Certification

    Coaches must earn professional development (PD) points in order to keep their competitive certification active and in good standing.

    Learn More →

Trainer Requirements

  • STEP 1

    Complete Online Training

    Complete the Hockey Trainers Ontario course.

    Register Here →

  • STEP 2

    Complete Concussion Training

    Completion of the Making Head Way eLearning concussion module is mandatory for all coaches and trainers.

    Complete Training →

  • STEP 3

    Register with your Club

    Trainers are required to register with their club by April 15 (for Men’s Field), June 1 (for Minor Box), or October 1 (for Sixes) each playing season.

    Register Here →

  • STEP 4

    Complete Criminal Record Check

    All bench personnel (coaches, trainers and managers) over the age of 18 must complete their screening requirements according to the OLA's Screening Policy.

    Learn More →