AA Certifications & Licensing

Required coach certifications, recommended licensing, and training information for AA coaches and assistant coaches.

✅ UYSA Required Certificates for AA Coaches

All Head Coaches and Assistant Coaches must complete the following required certifications:

SafeSport Training

1. New Users: Create an account at SafeSport Trained
2. Existing Users: Log in and reset your password if necessary.

Note: Certificates completed during the current seasonal year remain valid through the following spring season.

Concussion Training

Coaches must complete one of the following UYSA-approved concussion courses:

• CDC Heads Up
• NFHS Concussion Course

Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
Requirement: Must be completed annually before participating in practices or games.

□ Uploading Certificates

Upload all completed certificates to your profile in:

Coaching License Info

□ Coaching License Information

Coaching licenses or certificates are not required for AA coaches. However, they are strongly recommended, particularly the U.S. Soccer Grassroots courses.

Additional information regarding UYSA coaching education dates and course availability can be found through UYSA coaching education resources.

License Types

• Grassroots Licenses:
  • 11v11 (in-person)
  • 9v9 (in-person)
  • 7v7 (in-person)

Coaching License Info

Note: Team managers are not required to hold a coaching license.

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