Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Coaching Skills Academy (CSA)?
CSA is a web based certification program that provides athletic coaches with one location to complete athletic coaching certification for safety including First Aid, CPR, Sudden Cardiac (AED), and Mental Health Training. The platform also includes modules on topics to assist youth coaches in designing productive practices, working with parents, and defining winning.

2. What is the cost of CSA?
$24 per year, per coach

3. Why is CSA a better way?
– It offers useful and relevant content for volunteer coaches
– It saves time!
– Single source for coaches to go and get their training
– Consistency of training throughout your organization

4. How long does a CSA course take?
For most coaches, it will take about 60 minutes to complete.

5. How long is CSA certification good for?
We have the ability to change content annually so that coaches can learn new skills each year. The administrator of each organization can specify whether training is done once, annually, or bi-annually.