Safe Sport What is Safe Sport Safe Sport is to ensure that all participants in sport – athletes, coaches, officials, families, and volunteers can take part in…
Getting EC NCCP Certified: Your Step-by-Step Guide Welcome! This guide will walk you through the steps to become EC NCCP certified in equestrian sport. STEP 1: Choose Your Coaching Context and Purchase…
LTED and EC NCCP Levels of Certification Long-Term Equestrian Development (LTED) was developed not only for building successful high-performance athletes, but also to ensure the highest quality riding experience for every person…
EC NCCP Equestrian-Specific Coaching Courses The following EC NCCP equestrian-specific courses are optional, however, they are highly recommended. These modules were developed to ensure that candidates are well-prepared for certification…
EC NCCP Certification Maintenance The EC NCCP certification is like a diploma; after successfully passing the evaluation, the coach is certified for life. However, to keep their active status,…
Coaching Evaluation Options Candidates pursuing the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) certification have two main evaluation options to choose from. Each option is designed to meet different needs…
Coaching Handbook and Resources For those interested in becoming an EC NCCP Coach or Instructor, we provide you all the tools in this section. In addition to providing assistance…
Coach Status vs. Coaching Certification What they mean and why they matter — for coaches, candidates, athletes, and parents. Why This Matters Whether you’re a coach, a candidate preparing for…
Coaching Directory One of the benefits of being an EC NCCP-certified instructor/coach with an active Licensed Coach Status is being listed in the AEF Coaching Directory. This…
Coach Developers Coach Developers are experienced, trained professionals who help develop, evaluate, and mentor coaches in the Equestrian Canada NCCP program. They play a key role in…
Responsible Coaching Movement – For Coaches The Responsible Coaching Movement (RCM) is coordinated by the Coaching Association of Canada and the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport, and has the potential to affect…
Non-NCCP Coaching Certification Programs There are three other Non-NCCP Coaching Certification programs that the AEF recognizes: Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association (CanTRA), the Provincial Vaulting Trainer Program, and the International…