Coaching Requirements
General Information
USA Hockey and New York State Amateur Hockey require all on-ice helpers to complete the following items.
STEPS TO BECOME A USA HOCKEY COACH
USA Hockey Registration
REQUIRED BEFORE TAKING THE ICE FOR PRACTICE
USA Hockey registration is required for all players and coaches who take the ice. This is effectively your insurance that helps cover medical expenses in the event of a hockey related injury.
- Every year
- Fee not reimbursed
USA Hockey SafeSport
REQUIRED BEFORE TAKING THE ICE FOR PRACTICE
Safesport is an online module to help coaches and volunteers become aware of the information necessary to help prevent abuse from occurring in our sport.
- Every year
- Free to complete
Background Check
REQUIRED BEFORE TAKING THE ICE FOR PRACTICE
- Required every two years in accordance with USA Hockey.
- Fee reimbursed
- Background screening FAQ Link
Age Specific Modules
REQUIRED BEFORE TAKING THE ICE FOR PRACTICE
In addition to your in-person coaching certification USA Hockey requires that coaches take an online courses for both the specific age of players that you will be coaching and another one covering player safety. You only have to take each module once.
- Once per age group
- Fee reimbursed
USA Hockey Coaching Certification
REQUIRED BY DECEMBER 31st
The next requirement to coach hockey with MYHA is a coaching certification course held by USA Hockey. It's IMPORTANT to note that while this is required by Dec. 31, courses fill up fast in the early part of the season, so it is very important that you get registered ASAP. The expiration of your certification depends on the level of certification that you have achieved. Make sure you check your certification status if you are unsure.
- Fee reimbursed - price depends on level