Certification Information
Each year the CAL holds OMHA clinics to train and certify coaches and coaching staff.
In all Clinics, space is limited, and enrollment is determined on a first come, first served basis.
Pre-registration is required and full payment at the time of registration is required.
Clinics are also open to other clubs, coaches and coaching staff within the OMHA. All coaching
clinics are sanctioned by the OMHA and provide the required accreditation.
OMHA Standard Expiry Date:
August 31st every 3 years – see the two digit number preceding your certification number . All
new coaches can take clinics in spring or fall where offered. All coach staff who require renewal
of their August 31 expiration date MUST TAKE AN OMHA Refresher Clinic IN SPRING, prior to
the upcoming FALL season in order to be Certification Renewed.
Coach Certification Expiry:
OMHA NCCP Coach Level, Coach Stream, Development I & Development 2 certification is
valid for three seasons, including the season of issue. The Coach must attend a Coach
Refresher clinic in the spring after the 3rd season. Your expiry year precedes your certification
number. ie. 08 CS 2000158XXX = expires August 31st 2008, level Coach Stream. Go to www.
omha.net
for clinic information.
Trainer Refresher Clinic:
HTCP Level I Refresher Clinic: 4 hour refresher clinic for current Level I Trainers, held in
spring, see note above regarding standard expiry date.
HTCP Level II Upgrade: A current Level 1 certified trainer can upgrade to Level II by submitting
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Certification Information
Standard First Aid certification from a recognized first aid provider group, to the OMHA.
www.omha.net
Speak Out or PRS Prevention Services Certification:
PRS is required by all volunteers. PRS module is included in the Coach Stream clinic and in
Development 1 Clinic. PRS IS NOT included in CHIP or Trainers Clinics. Clinics can be found at
www.omha.net
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