How to Become a Level 1- Assistant Coach:
All volunteers will need to sign up/sign in to a SO Portal. We tried to transfer all past non expired certifications into this new portal. If you see a sport specific not listed please contact Maddy@sook.org, you may be asked to redo that specific certification. CLICK HERE to go to portal!
How to Become a Level 3- Advanced Certified Coach:
- Level 2 completed
- You must complete one of the following trainings.
- Principles of Coaching
- Coaching Unified Sports
- Fitness for Sports Coaches
- Coaching Special Olympics Athletes
- NOTE: After taking one of these courses print off your certificate and email to Sports@sook.org.
How to Become a Level 2- Certified Coach:
- Level 1 completed
- Attend a Sports Specific training
How to Become a Level 4- Coach Mentor:
The Coach Mentor program a Level 3 Advanced Certified Coach who has completed all 4 courses available in Level 3 will then apply by emailing John Seals (John@sook.org). The Level 3 coach will provide advice on all Special Olympics programs, training, competition and all activities involving Special Olympics to a new coach assigned by SOOK. The Coach Mentor will mentor a new coach for 1 full year, at which time, the Coach Mentor will receive Lifetime certification.
Coaches After Training Tests
If you do not pass after 3 attempts you will need to attend a Sports Specific Training.
Equestrian
Coaches Online Re-certifications
If you do not pass after 3 attempts you will need to attend a Sports Specific Training.
Training Calendar
