Coach in Training

The CIT pathway provides a supervised entry point for developing coaches. CITs must be accompanied by an appropriately certified coach while assisting with practices.

Core Credentials and Education Requirements:

• Introduction to Coaching Online Exam
• Approved Concussion Training 
• Approved Rule of Two Training 
• Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders
• Enhanced Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check within two years for CITs age 18+
• Coach Membership – Register and upload your documents in the membership platform.

CIT Age & Duration

CITs must be at least 12 years old. Coaches in Training who are age 16 or older are limited to two years in the CIT pathway, after which they must become certified through the applicable SCA coach certification pathway.

Completing Your CIT Requirements

CITs must complete all applicable requirements to receive their SCA Coach Badge and gain access to restricted areas at SCA-sanctioned events.

CITs are developing coaches and must remain under the supervision of an appropriately certified coach at all times.