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As a Certified Instructor, you may choose either the Registered or Licenced coach status. If you will be administering Rider Level tests, then you need to have been approved as a rider level evaluator by your OE, and you will need to hold active Licenced Coach status. Coaches may hold any level of EC SportLicence […]
I was EC NCCP Certified a long time ago and I am not sure if my certification still exists, what can I do?
Certification is your record of being evaluated as a coach in your sport. Certification will never be taken away, however it may require some updating to bring your certification back to active status. If you were certified many years ago and have not kept your certification active, you may wish to head to https://thelocker.coach.ca/ and […]
How will EC ensure that no one coaches at an EC sanctioned event without holding a Coach Status?
Starting July 01, 2023, Athletes must identify their coach (name and EC sportlicence) on entry forms for all levels of EC sanctioned competition. All competitions are now required to report the coach name and coach EC sportlicence # for each competition result submitted. Coaches at Gold and Platinum competitions must hold active Licensed Coach Status […]
What will the processing time look like for the Coach Status?
Once enrollment, training and document submission is complete, Equestrian Canada strives for a standard processing time of 10 business days once applications are submitted completely. Processing times may be slower during peak periods.
When can I purchase a Coach Status?
Registered Coach and Licensed Coach Statuses are available for application and purchase along with the EC Sport Licence renewal. EC encourages all coaches to renew their EC Sport Licence at this time by logging in to their MyEC portal.
Why does the Coach Status program require the purchase of an EC Sport Licence – this seems to tie the program to competition. Do I need the Coach Status if I am not coaching in competition or if I am only a part-time coach?
In Equestrian sport, it is common for members to wear many hats – owner, athlete, coach, official, facility owner, competition organizer, etc. Prior to the introduction of the Coach Status program, certified coaches needed to maintain an EC Sport Licence as one of the requirements of having Active status. This program has simply expanded to […]
What is included in the Licensed Coach Abuse Defence Coverage?
When holding a Licensed Coach Status, you will have access to: A 24/7 Legal Help Line to assist in various legal matters, including but not limited to human abuse allegations. Allows coaches to receive advice and direction from professional lawyers regarding serious claims or more administrative matters, such as structuring agreements and contracts. The service […]
How long are the Coach Statuses valid for?
All Coach Status’ are valid for one year from the date they are issued.
What are the requirements to obtain a Registered Coach Status?
A Registered Coach must meet the following requirements: Must be minimum 16 years of age. Must hold a valid EC Sport Licence. Must hold a valid PTSO Membership (if a Canadian resident). Must complete the following mandatory Safe Sport training: EC’s Fostering Healthy Equestrian Environments e-learning module in the ECampus*; EC’s Concussion Awareness e-learning module […]
Do I need to have a valid PTSO Membership to qualify for a Coach Status?
Yes. To obtain a Coach Status, Coaches must maintain an active PTSO membership. Membership validity will be verified at time of application, issuance and renewal. It is the responsibility of the Coach to ensure that their PTSO membership does not lapse.
