Thank you for expressing interest in coaching for Aldergrove MHA.

AMHA Executives review all applications for head coaching positions. Interviews for all coaches applying for our rep teams will take place in mid-June each season. 'C' head coach applicants may interviewed as well, should the need arise.  All head coaches are appointed by the AMHA Executive.  Assistant coaches, once lists from approved head coaches have been submitted, will also be reviewed by AMHA Executive members prior to being approved to be an assistant coach at any level.

What Coaching Certification do I require to Coach in Aldergrove MHA?

AMHA must follow BC Hockey's certification requirements for each level of hockey.  If you are uncertain as to what you require for the age level that you are interested in coaching, please visit here.

What if I don't have my Coaching Certification at the start of the season?

The majority of the coaching courses required to coach are now available through online learning.   If you apply to coach but do not have your coaching certification at the start of the season; you can still begin coaching however you will be required register, take and complete your coaching clinic(s) prior to December 15th (U13-U18 Rep programs require these courses completed prior to December 1st).   Please visit this link to register for your required coaching clinic(s).

If you do not complete the required courses prior to the deadline, you will be removed from the roster and your team will risk ineligibility for the remainder of the season.

Do I require any additional Certification to coach in AMHA?

As per BC Hockey, each and every team official, regardless of their level, is required to hold valid certifications as follows:

 

  • Criminal Record Check (CRC).  This is required every three years.  There is no cost.  To apply for your CRC, follow the instructions here.

 

  • Respect in Sport - ACTIVITY LEADER (RIS).  This is required every five years.  It is an online course that AMHA will reimburse you for; provided you complete the course and you are rostered to a team.  To register for RIS, visit here.

 

  • Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT).  Currently, there is no expiry date on this course.  It is available online and is free.  To register for CATT, visit here.

The CRC, RIS, & CATT courses must be complete and current prior to any team official participating in team or on-ice activities.

How do I apply to Coach in Aldergrove MHA?

To apply to coach in AMHA, please click on the appropriate link below to submit your application.

U7 & U9 Coach Application

U11 - U21 'C' Coach Application

U11 - U18 Rep 'A' Coach Application (Note the deadline to apply for rep team coaches is June 13)

How do I go about getting reimbursed for a certification?

If you took a Clinic during the 2021/22 Season and are rostered to an AMHA team, you will be reimbursed upon CERTIFICATION. If you have a receipt for Respect in Sport or HCSP or a Coaching Clinic you can submit the receipt directly to the Registrar on or after October 15th of each season.  In your submission, you will be asked to include...

  • Name,  Address, Phone Number, Email Address, Clinic Certificate of Completion, Dated Receipt

*Once a reimbursement request is received, AMHA will confirm that you are rostered to an AMHA team.  Upon confirmation of the same, AMHA will send e-transfers for all reimbursements of clinic costs.

As a reminder: You MUST have a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC), Respect in Sport (RIS), and Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT)  BEFORE AMHA will roster you to a team.

*This information is subject to change.