The new NCCP model is made up of three streams and a total of eight contexts (as outlined below), each with its own coaching requirements. Each sport is responsible for identifying how many of the eight contexts are relevant to their sport.

Stream 1 – Community Sport

Coaches in the Community Sport stream typically become involved on a voluntary (and often short-term) basis because their children participate in a sport. They tend to work with participants of all ages who are new to the sport. The Community Sport stream has two coaching contexts: Initiation and Ongoing participation.

Stream 2 – Competition

Coaches in the Competition stream usually have previous coaching experience or are former athletes in the sport. They tend to work with athletes over the long term to improve performance, often in preparation for provincial, national, and international competitions. The Competition stream has three coaching contexts: Introduction, Development, and High performance.

Stream 3 – Instruction

Coaches in the Instruction stream must have sport-specific skills and training, whether coaching at the beginner or advanced skill levels. Many are former participants in the sport. The Instruction stream has three contexts: Beginners, Intermediate performers, and Advanced performers.

NCCP Model Transition Period

During the transition period to the new NCCP model, coaches are encouraged to find out which workshops are currently being offered in their community. A range of NCCP training opportunities are being offered across the country including multi-sport or sport-specific training as well as Theory courses and Technical courses. To find a workshop in your region, click here.

New NCCP Model:
http://www.coach.ca/eng/certification/documents/FS_ProgOverview_Jan06.pdf

For a Narrated PowerPoint explaining the New NCCP model:

http://www.coach.ca/eng/certification/nccp_for_coaches/Model_en.htm

Overview of NCCP and the Transition
http://www.coach.ca/eng/certification/documents/FS_Overview_Transition_Dec05.pdf