Coach Development & Certification

The National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) is the standard for coach training in Canada. Badminton NB supports coaches in the province as they progress through the pathway — from community instructors to high-performance coaches.

Delivered in partnership with the Coaching Association of Canada.

What's your goal?

I want to coach kids at NB tournaments I want to coach at Canadian Nationals

The Coach Development Pathway

The NCCP certification pathway. Most coaches active in New Brunswick hold Regional or Provincial Coach certification.

  1. 1

    Regional Coach

    Ages 9–14

    Learn to Train / Train to Train

  2. 2

    Provincial Coach

    Ages 14–18

    Train to Train / Train to Compete

  3. 3

    Competition Development

    Ages 18+

    Train to Compete / Train to Win

Most New Brunswick coaches hold one of these

Regional Coach

Prerequisites
None. Open to anyone aged 14+ for workshops, 16+ for certification.
Modules
Three NCCP multi-sport modules (Planning a Practice; Teaching and Learning; Making Ethical Decisions — the Make Ethical Decisions e-Learning course includes its own evaluation) plus the Regional Badminton Technical & Tactical Basics module.
Required For
Coaching on court at BNNB Junior Series tournaments and Provincial Championships.
Evaluation
A five-step process: request an evaluation, submit a practice plan, deliver a live practice observation, receive written feedback, and earn Certified status. Typical timeline: 1–3 months.
Certification Status
You'll progress from In Training to Trained (modules complete) to Certified (evaluation passed). What's the difference?
Resources
BNNB will provide the Practice Plan Template, Evaluation Preparation Guide, and any other reference materials when you register for a clinic or evaluation.

Provincial Coach

Prerequisites
Regional Coach — Certified status required.
Modules
Two NCCP multi-sport modules (Basic Mental Skills; Design a Basic Sport Program) plus the Provincial Badminton Technical & Tactical Foundation module.
Required For
Coaching on court at Badminton Canada National Championships.
Evaluation
Same five-step process as Regional Coach, applied at a higher standard. Typical timeline: 1–3 months.
Certification Status
Same In Training → Trained → Certified progression as Regional. What's the difference?
Resources
BNNB will provide the Yearly Training Plan Template, Provincial Evaluation Preparation Guide, and any other reference materials when you register for a clinic or evaluation.

Trained vs. Certified: what's the difference?

In Training means you've registered for the workshops. Trained means you've completed all required modules. Certified means you've also passed a live practice evaluation with an NCCP evaluator — required to coach on court at sanctioned events.

Become a Coach

Three steps to start coaching in New Brunswick:

  1. 1

    Register for a clinic

    BNNB hosts NCCP clinics when there's enough interest. Tell us which tier you want to pursue.

  2. 2

    Complete your modules

    Attend the workshops, submit assignments, and earn Trained status.

  3. 3

    Request an evaluation

    Contact BNNB to schedule a practice evaluation with an NCCP evaluator to earn Certified status.

Express Coaching Interest

Frequently Asked Questions

When are clinics offered in New Brunswick?
BNNB runs clinics when there's sufficient interest, typically in the spring and fall. Submit an interest form and we'll notify you of the next scheduled clinic.
What does certification cost?
Workshop fees vary by clinic and are set by the host. Evaluation fees are paid separately. Contact BNNB for current pricing.
Can I transfer my certification from another province?
Yes. NCCP certification is recognized nationally. Contact BNNB so we can verify your status in The Locker and update our records.
Who evaluates me?
A certified NCCP Coach Evaluator approved by Badminton Canada. BNNB coordinates the evaluator match.
I'm 15 — can I start now?
Yes. You can register for workshops at 14+ and earn Trained status. You'll need to wait until 16 to complete the evaluation for Certified status.
Do I need to take the training courses in any particular order?
No. Take courses when they are offered. However, evaluations will only take place once the appropriate requirements have been met.
Where can I find when training is offered?
The Calendar section of your Locker account lists NCCP course availability. The e-Learning section has the online courses required as part of the pathway. The BNNB Events section shows when technical courses are offered locally.