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National Coaching Certification Program
(NCCP)
The National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) is offered in more than 65 sports across Canada. It aims to develop coaching skills for those working with beginners as well as high-performance athletes.
This program is delivered in partnership with the Coaching Association of Canada (CAC), Nordiq Canada, and Cross-Country Ski Québec for cross-country skiing.
Registration procedure for a NCCP course
If you do not have a coach number
- Create your profile on the Coaching Association of Canada Locker by clicking HERE and complete the required information.
- The CAC will immediately assign you an NCCP coach number.
If you already have your coach number
- Return to The Locker platform.
- Enter your NCCP coach number in the appropriate field.
- Access the CAC calendar (or online learning) and click “Register for this activity” for the course of your choice.
NCCP Training (Minimum Requirements)
Training for Assistant Coaches and Responsible Adults (minimum age: 14)
Step 1: Create an NCCP number (free)
Step 2: CCI Online: $52 (available in September 2026)
Step 3: Register for the Nordiq Canada coaching licence
Step 4: Understanding The Rule of Two
Step 5: Safety in Sport Training
Step 6: Online course : Ethical Decision-Making
NCCP Coach Certification and Training Pathway
Consult the steps, statuses, costs and registration details for each level of coaching education.
Community Coaching (CC)
Status “In Training”
- Online Module CC Initiation: $52 (available in September 2026)
- Online Module Understanding The Rule of Two
- Online Module Safe Sport Training
- Online course : Ethical Decision-Making
Status “Trained”
Workshop: $165
- CC On-Snow (dates coming this fall)
Status “Certified”
- Complete the CC Experience Form requirements
Contact: coordev@skidefondquebec.ca
Competition Coaching Introduction – “Learn to Train” (CCI-L2T)
Prerequisite: Be recognized as CC “In Training”
Status “Trained”
CCI-L2T Workshops: $185
- L2T Dryland
May 23-24, Québec
June 13-14, Saint-Jérôme - L2T On-Snow (dates coming this fall)
- Complete the L2T Experience Form requirements
Status “Certified”
Begin the L2T evaluation process
Contact: coordev@skidefondquebec.ca
Competition Coaching Introduction Advanced – “Train to Train” (CCI-T2T)
Prerequisite: Be recognized as L2T “Trained”
Status “Trained”
CCI-T2T Workshops: $185
- T2T Dryland : dates coming this fall
- T2T On-Snow : dates coming this fall
- Complete the T2T Experience Form requirements
Status “Certified”
- NCCP T2T Evaluation Process
- Begin the T2T evaluation process
Contact: coordev@skidefondquebec.ca
Competition Coaching Development – “Learn to Compete” (CCD-L2C)
Prerequisite: Be recognized as T2T “Trained”
Status “Trained”
CCD-L2C Workshops: $500
- L2C Dryland: June 4-7 in Canmore, AB
- L2C On snow: dates to be announced
NCCP Multisport Virtual Workshops
- C1 – Empowering Coaching and Leadership: $120
- C4 – Conflict Management: $110
- C5 – Psychology of Performance: $120
- Complete the L2C Experience Form requirements
Status “Certified”
- Online Evaluation: Leading Drug-Free Sport
- Online Evaluation: Conflict Management
- Complete the NCCP L2C Evaluation Process
Contact: coordev@skidefondquebec.ca
Advanced Coach Diploma – High Performance
NCCP Equivalency Request
Submit a request to your division by email:
coordev@skidefondquebec.ca
To go further…
Coaches who wish to further develop their knowledge can also take a number of complementary training courses offered through the NCCP. These courses help build additional skills to better support athletes and ensure a safe, healthy sport environment.
Recommended courses
Instructor training
Advanced level for those who wish to teach a variety of groups, including children and adult beginners. The program covers advanced techniques, teaching methods and safety.
Requirements
Instructor certification or equivalent experience, skills assessment.
Duration and format
3 days with workshops in real-life situations.
Iniski training
The Iniski certification is a one-day course: ½ day theory + ½ day on snow. This course is recommended for primary schools using the Iniski cross-country ski program. The Iniski cross-country kit is designed to meet competencies 1 and 3 of the MÉES. (1. Act in various contexts of physical activity & 3. Adopt a healthy and active lifestyle).
Ini-Ski Level I Training (Cross-Country Skiing)
Specially designed to support school staff in teaching basic techniques, handling equipment, and introducing students to the winter environment.
When: February 13, 2026
Duration : Full day
Registration link : INISKI Level 1 – February 13, 2026
Cost: $75 + tax per participant
Ini-Ski Level II Training (Cross-Country Skiing)
Designed for participants who have completed Level I, this advanced training further develops teaching techniques and provides concrete tools for structuring more advanced sessions. Participants will strengthen their existing skills while exploring more complex pedagogical situations.
When: February 27, 2026
Duration: Full day
Where: Les Coureurs de Boisés (2830 rang St-Elzéar E, Laval)
Registration link: INISKI Level 2 – February 27, 2026
Cost: $75 + tax per participant
For more information, please contact Diane Poncelet.
Diane Poncelet
coordev@skidefondquebec.ca
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