Ontario Soccer Coaching Pathway
So you have decided you want to be a Coach.
How do you go about it?
Well, you have to ask yourself, what level are you interested in coaching. The level that you coach will depend on the coaching pathway you take!
MAKE ETHICAL DECISIONS & MAKE ETHICAL DECISIONS EVALUATION
Make Ethical Decisions (MED) is a course that is required for all coaches who take LTPD Coaching Courses.
Coaches are required to attend either the mandatory in-class MED course, which runs approximately 3 hours in length OR the MED Distance Learning - Remote Access version OR the MED Home-Study. This course is an NCCP course, and will show up on Coaches transcripts on NCCP's "The Locker". Please remember that the MED Home-Study is NOT the online MED Evaluation.
To Search and Register for an MED Course - please click here
To host an MED course within your district of club - please click here
The NCCP Make Ethical Decisions (MED) course completion can take up to 15 days to appear on a Coach's transcript.
PLEASE NOTE: Make Ethical Decisions Evaluation MUST be completed to finalized completion of the Make Ethical Decisions Course.
Associations requiring proof of completion can contact the Coaching Association on Ontario (CAO) for temporary proof.
Respect In Soccer for Activity Leaders
Click Here to Begin the Respect In Sport for Activity Leaders or to Find your Certification #
Respect in Soccer provides information on a coach’s natural influence over their player, and the role they play in a child's enjoyment of a sport or activity. The program also provides coaches with tools to evaluate their own behaviour. Ontario Soccer Association believes that the soccer experience for all involved should be built on a foundation of respect. Respect in Soccer helps us promote these values through this simple and convenient on-line tool. The Respect in Soccer Program is being implemented to provide an enhanced sport environment for our children.
EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
Click Here to Begin the NCCP Emergency Action Plan
Emergency Action Plan is a course that is required for all coaches who take LTPD Coaching Courses.
This NCCP module is free and available online through the Locker
Associations requiring proof of completion can contact the Coaching Association on Ontario (CAO) for temporary proof.
UNDERSTANDING THE RULE OF TWO
Click Here to Begin Taking the Rule Of Two
Emergency Action Plan is a course that is required for all coaches who take LTPD Coaching Courses.
This NCCP module is free and available online through the Locker
Associations requiring proof of completion can contact the Coaching Association on Ontario (CAO) for temporary proof.
Click Here to Begin the Making Headway In Sport Modules
Making Head Way in Sport
Making Head Way in Sport is a course that is required for all coaches who take LTPD Coaching Courses.
This NCCP module is free and available online through the Locker
Associations requiring proof of completion can contact the Coaching Association on Ontario (CAO) for temporary proof.
KEEPING GIRLS IN SPORT - MANDATORY FOR ALL WHO ARE WORKING WITH GIRLS
Click Here to Begin the Keeping Girls in Sport Program!
Keeping Girls in Sport was created to help everyone who coaches girls, even parents, understand how girls develop physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally. When we understand how and why girls play we can help every young athlete stay in sport, reach their potential, and remain active long after the competitions end. Finally becoming the next generation of inspiring female coaches and role models.
Register For Coaching Courses Here! Don't Miss Out!
| Coaching Course | Age | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active Start | https://www.ontariosoccer.net/active-start | U3 to U6 | Coming Spring 2026 |
| Fundamentals | https://www.ontariosoccer.net/fundamentals | U6 to U9 | Coming Fall 2025 |
| Learn to Train | https://www.ontariosoccer.net/learn-to-train | U10 to U13 | Coming Fall 2025 |
| Soccer for Life | https://www.ontariosoccer.net/soccer-for-life | U13 and Up | Coming Fall 2025 |
Want to get a jumpstart on your Coach Education? Be ready and get on our waitlist!
Click the link below to be in the know as soon as we schedule courses!
The Registration "2025/2026 Coach/Match Official Education Interest Form" is not currently available.
STAY CONNECTED TO YOUR TEAM
Keep connected to your team. Quickly check schedules and team updates, plus message other members on your team and receive heads-up from athletes about practice. Enjoy unlimited access to scores & stats, photo/video sharing, and more.
ESSENTIAL COACH HOW-TO'S
Easily add and edit athlete info, manage schedules, and message team members
Messaging Your Team in TeamCenter
Send a message to an individual member, selected members, or the entire team directly from TeamCenter or from the SportsEngine mobile app
Basic Team Management
Perform basic tasks using the Team Page Team Management functionality
Add Contacts to Receive Team Messages
Add additional email addresses to a non-member's profile in order to be able to include all athletes in team communications
Manage RSVPs for each athlete within your team’s TeamCenter or within the SportsEngine mobile app
Sending RSVPs for Existing Games or Events
Do you import your game schedules from a third-party scheduler or create them manually on your team page? This article explains how to add RSVPs to those games and events after they are imported.
Review help articles about how coaches interact with TeamCenter and the SportsEngine mobile app
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