Register or make contact with the club of your choice
CMSA has 30 member clubs that you could coach for. Step 1 is finding the club that best suits your needs. Check out our MEMBER CLUBS page to explore our member organizations and apply directly on their website.
Register for an NCCP Number
The NCCP number is your primary database for all coach education you will complete as records are housed in The Locker.
This number will be needed for all coaching courses.
To register for an NCCP number, visit https://thelocker.coach.ca/account/login?ReturnUrl=%2f and click on "Don't have an NCCP#? Create one now!"
Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
Once your chosen club accepts your request to with coach or become a team official, you will be placed on a "team roster". This means you are officially listed as a part of a team.
For step 2, volunteers listed on a team roster must request a Volunteer Voucher from CMSA.
To request a Volunteer Voucher, please email lfisher@calgaryminorsoccer.com . Once requested, CMSA will confirm that you are in the system, and provide you with verification.
After receiving your Volunteer Voucher, you can begin your application online. CLICK HERE and scroll to the bottom of the page and select "Perform Police Information Check"
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You must apply online within two weeks of receiving your Voucher.
*Please note, if you are out of district, you will require a Volunteer Letter. Please email lfisher@calgaryminorsoccer.com for more information.
Complete Canada Soccer Grassroots Coach Education - Theory Module
All U4 - U11 coaches must register and complete the online theory portion of the Canada Soccer Grassroots Coach Education Program. All Canada Soccer courses are valid for life.
Your Canada Soccer Grassroots Coach education module differs depending on which age group you would like to coach for.
Please CLICK HERE to register for the appropriate age and stage of the players you are working with.