Register or make contact with the club of your choice

CMSA has 31 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.

Once your club has confirmed your registration, proceed to Step 2.

Register for an NCCP Number
The NCCP is a national database for all coaching education and your individual 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, CLICK HERE and click on "Don't have an NCCP#? Create one now!"

Set up your CMSA profile

All participants have their own CMSA profile (Household Account). CLICK HERE.

Through your profile you can view teams you are a part of, update relevant information such as your email address and upload your photo for Step 6.

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. 

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"

• 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 Required Team Official Training

All U4 - U11 coaches must complete the required training. 

All Coaches working with U10-U11 must complete:

• Respect in Sport Activity Leader training

Your Canada Soccer Grassroots Coach education module differs depending on which age group you would like to coach for.

• U4 - U6: Active Start
• U7 - U9: FUNdamentals
• U10 - U12: Learn to Train

Please CLICK HERE to register for the appropriate age and stage of the players you are working with.

Get your ID card and Communicate Completion Of All Courses With Your Club

Required for all team officials on U10-U19 teams, you can obtain your CMSA ID card by visiting our office during regular office hours or by appointment on select evenings and weekends.

Your ID card will only be issued if you have completed Steps 1 – 5 above.

CLICK HERE for more details on obtaining your ID card.