Requirements

In alignment with the Cheer Canada Coaching Requirements, BC Sport cheer has removed the previous tiered system of Gold, Silver and Bronze Coaches. 

To be recognized at any tier, coaches must first be BCSC Members and registered for the current season in the Cheer Canada Membership platform that will be launched on July 1, 2026. 

All requirements must be completed prior to October 31, 2026 to be included in the BCSC Coaches Directory.

All coaches must hold a cheer specific credentialing certificate for the highest level they coach. See our credentialing page for more information.

Additional Information:

First Aid:

You must have valid First Aid (CPR-C with AED) at minimum. These  certificates are generally valid for three years. We strongly recommend an in-person first aid course.

Criminal Record Checks:

Criminal Record checks are required for all coaches 18 years and older in BC. These are valid for 2 years, and then must be renewed. You may complete paperwork for a criminal record check through your local police station, or alternatively, use Sterling Backcheck for $30.  Complete your check online today through: Sterling Backcheck. Results are typically available in one business day, and identity verification can be done online or at your local Canada post location.  Provide your gym/employer with this information, and upload it to your Membership platform account.

If you have a Criminal Record Check through your work, it must have been conducted in the past two years, even if the expiry date shows valid for five years.

NCCP:

All coaches will need an online account through NCCP to complete courses.  Create your free account at https://thelocker.coach.ca/home

Once you have created an account, you will receive an NCCP#. This number is unique to you and your training. Upload this number to your Sport Lomo account to validate your training with the BCSC.

NOTE: if you are Level 1 NCCP certified in any sport please submit your NCCP number for verification.

The above information pertains to all coaches: recreation, scholastic, collegiate and all-star. 

All coaches must be 16 years of age or older.

For questions on requirements, please email info@bcsportcheer.ca