Coaching Requirements
Eligibility & Coaching Application
Mandatory Certifications
The Shift Forward – Coach
Criminal Record Check (CRC)
Course Reimbursement
Eligibility & Coaching Application
All coaches must be approved by the North SEERA board. If you're interested in coaching this season, please complete the application form below.
- Must complete required certifications
- Must pass a Criminal Record Check (CRC)
Mandatory Certifications
All coaches must complete required certifications based on the division they are coaching. Courses must be completed by November 1.
Course Links
U7 / U9
- The Shift Forward - Coach
- Safety Course (min. 1 per 10 players)
- Head Coach: Coach 1 + Player Pathway + Intro Clinic
U11 / U13
- The Shift Forward - Coach
- Safety Course
- Head Coach: Coach 2 + Player Pathway
- Intro to Checking required
The Shift Forward – Coach
All coaches must complete The Shift Forward - Coach program. This is separate from the Parent certification and must be valid for the current season.
Access The Shift Forward →Criminal Record Check
This is required for all individuals working with North SEERA players. No exceptions.
Overview
All team officials must complete a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search every three years. This process is paid for by North SEERA and managed by our Police Check Coordinator.
Who Needs One?
- Head Coaches
- Assistant Coaches
- Trainers
- Any other team officials working directly with players
How to Start the Process
Email policechecks@northseera.ca with the following information:
- Full legal name as shown on ID
- Preferred email address
- Your position, such as Head Coach or Assistant Coach
- Your team name, if known
After You Apply
- You will receive a pre-paid online link from Police Solutions
- Your clearance letter will be sent directly to you
- You must forward your clearance letter to policechecks@northseera.ca
What You’ll Need
- Two pieces of valid government-issued ID
- One piece of ID must include a photo
- Access to the email address used to request the check
If Follow-Up Is Required
Some applicants may be flagged for in-person fingerprinting due to a name match. If this happens, you may need to visit:
Police Information Check Section – Nexus Business Park
108, 14315 118 Ave, Edmonton
New to Edmonton?
If you have moved to Edmonton within the past year, you must submit a completed Police Information Check from your previous jurisdiction, such as RCMP or another local police service.
Course Reimbursement
North SEERA reimburses all required coaching courses once the coach is officially rostered and the course is complete.
Submit proof of payment and completion to:
- Operations Manager: opsmanager@northseera.ca
- Treasurer: treasurer@northseera.ca
Eligibility & Coaching Application
All coaches must be approved by the North SEERA board. If you're interested in coaching this season, please complete the application form below.
- Must complete required certifications
- Must pass a Criminal Record Check (CRC)
Mandatory Certifications
All coaches must complete required certifications based on the division they are coaching. Courses must be completed by November 1.
Course Links
U7 / U9
- Respect in Sport – Coach
- Safety Course (min. 1 per 10 players)
- Head Coach: Coach 1 + Player Pathway + Intro Clinic
U11 / U13
- Respect in Sport – Coach
- Safety Course
- Head Coach: Coach 2 + Player Pathway
- Intro to Checking required
The Shift Forward - Coach
All coaches must complete The Shift Forward – Coach program. This is separate from the Parent certification and must be valid for the current season.
Access The Shift Forward →Criminal Record Check (CRC)
This is required for all individuals working with North SEERA players. No exceptions.
Overview
All team officials must complete a Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Search every three years. This process is paid for by North SEERA and managed by our Police Check Coordinator.
Who Needs One?
- Head Coaches
- Assistant Coaches
- Trainers
- Any other team officials working directly with players
How to Start the Process
Email policechecks@northseera.ca with the following information:
- Full legal name as shown on ID
- Preferred email address
- Your position, such as Head Coach or Assistant Coach
- Your team name, if known
After You Apply
- You will receive a pre-paid online link from Police Solutions
- Your clearance letter will be sent directly to you
- You must forward your clearance letter to policechecks@northseera.ca
What You’ll Need
- Two pieces of valid government-issued ID
- One piece of ID must include a photo
- Access to the email address used to request the check
If Follow-Up Is Required
Some applicants may be flagged for in-person fingerprinting due to a name match. If this happens, you may need to visit:
Police Information Check Section – Nexus Business Park
108, 14315 118 Ave, Edmonton
New to Edmonton?
If you have moved to Edmonton within the past year, you must submit a completed Police Information Check from your previous jurisdiction, such as RCMP or another local police service.
Course Reimbursement
North SEERA reimburses all required coaching courses once the coach is officially rostered and the course is complete.
Submit proof of payment and completion to:
- Registrar: registrar@northseera.ca
- Treasurer: treasurer@northseera.ca