U10 - U18 A/B/BB Bench Staff Requirements
Thank you for expressing your interest in volunteering as a coach or trainer for Centre Wellington Minor Hockey! Your dedication to contributing to the growth and development of young athletes is truly commendable. As a coach or trainer, you play a crucial part in shaping the future of these aspiring hockey players, fostering a positive and enriching environment for their athletic journey. Your passion and commitment make a significant impact, and we are excited to have individuals like you dedicated to the success and well-being of our young athletes. Thank you for considering this meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of these budding hockey stars.
More information regarding specific qualifications or requirements can be found here: 🔗
https://www.omha.net/coach
Updated Feb 2, 2025 with 2025/2026 Qualification Requirements.
Always review 🔗https://www.omha.net/coach for the most up to date information
Head Coach (U10-U11)
| Requirement |
Certification Level |
Format |
Course Length |
Renewal Requirement |
| 🔗 Hockey Canada Skills - Checking |
Completed/Passed |
Online |
4 Hours |
N/A - Course Prerequisite |
🔗 COACH - DEVELOPMENT 1
Please note that if you have a higher qualification (ex. High Performance 1), it allows that qualification in place of this course - please contact the Rep Director, the Administrator, or review OMHA's information |
Trained
Please Note:
If you are in your first year of coaching with a D1 certificate, OMHA will allow you to have a "Trained" status for a year in order to give you the time to become "Certified". Please ensure this is completed ASAP. Contact the Rep Director for more information
|
Online
&
In-Person |
4 Hours |
"Trained" Status does not expire,
"Certified" status carries an expiry of 5 years.
An expired "Certified" status is not interchangeable with a "Trained" status. Please ensure you have the appropriate qualification |
| 🔗 Respect in Sport - Activity Leader |
Completed/Passed |
Online |
|
One-Time Course
Please note that this is a separate course from "Respect in Sport - Parent" |
| 🔗 Gender Identity and Expression |
Completed/Passed |
Online |
4 Hours |
One-Time Course |
| 🔗 Rowan's Law Resource Review and Waivers |
Accepted and Submitted |
Online/In Person |
<5 mins |
Yearly |
| Vulnerable Sector Check or Declaration |
Vulnerable Sector Checks and Declaration reviews are now being completed by OHF. More information can be found here: OHF Screening Process, or by contacting the Risk Management Director |
Assistant Coach (U10- U11)
Head Coach (U12-U18)
| Requirement |
Certification Level |
Format |
Course Length |
Renewal Requirement |
| 🔗 Hockey Canada Skills - Checking |
Completed/Passed |
Online |
4 Hours |
N/A - Course Prerequisite |
🔗 COACH - DEVELOPMENT 1
Please note that if you have a higher qualification (ex. High Performance 1), it allows that qualification in place of this course - please contact the Rep Director, the Administrator, or review OMHA's information
|
Certified
Please Note:
If you are in your first year of coaching with a D1 certificate, OMHA will allow you to have a "Trained" status for a year in order to give you the time to become "Certified". Please ensure this is completed ASAP. Contact the Rep Director for more information
|
Online
&
In-Person |
4 Hours |
"Certified" status carries an expiry of 5 years
|
| 🔗 Respect in Sport - Activity Leader |
Completed/Passed |
Online |
|
One-Time Course
Please note that this is a separate course from "Respect in Sport - Parent" |
| 🔗 Gender Identity and Expression |
Completed/Passed |
Online |
4 Hours |
One-Time Course |
| 🔗 Rowan's Law Resource Review and Waivers |
Accepted and Submitted |
Online/In Person |
<5 mins |
Yearly |
| Vulnerable Sector Check or Declaration |
Vulnerable Sector Checks and Declaration reviews are now being completed by OHF. More information can be found here: OHF Screening Process, or by contacting the Risk Management Director |
Assistant Coach (U12-U18)
| Requirement |
Certification Level |
Format |
Course Length |
Renewal Requirement |
| 🔗 Hockey Canada Skills - Checking |
Completed/Passed |
Online |
4 Hours |
N/A - Course Prerequisite |
🔗 COACH - DEVELOPMENT 1
Please note that if you have a higher qualification (ex. High Performance 1), it allows that qualification in place of this course - please contact the Rep Director, the Administrator, or review OMHA's information
|
Trained
Please Note:
If you are in your first year of coaching with a D1 certificate, OMHA will allow you to have a "Trained" status for a year in order to give you the time to become "Certified". Please ensure this is completed ASAP. Contact the Rep Director for more information
|
Online
&
In-Person |
4 Hours |
"Certified" status carries an expiry of 5 years
|
| 🔗 Respect in Sport - Activity Leader |
Completed/Passed |
Online |
|
One-Time Course
Please note that this is a separate course from "Respect in Sport - Parent" |
| 🔗 Gender Identity and Expression |
Completed/Passed |
Online |
4 Hours |
One-Time Course |
| 🔗 Rowan's Law Resource Review and Waivers |
Accepted and Submitted |
Online/In Person |
<5 mins |
Yearly |
| Vulnerable Sector Check or Declaration |
Vulnerable Sector Checks and Declaration reviews are now being completed by OHF. More information can be found here: OHF Screening Process, or by contacting the Risk Management Director
|
Trainer/Assistant Trainer (All Divisions)