Clinics 2013 & 2014

Please register in advance with the Niagara Falls AAA Zone Business Office. YOU CANNOT REGISTER DAY OF.

Coach Refresher

Date:  Thursday, August 22, 2013

Registration Confirmation:  5:30pm  Clinic will run from 6:00-10:00pm

Location:  Memorial Room in the Gale Centre.  4171 Fourth Ave., Niagara Falls

Cost:  $75.00

Development 1

Date:  July 20 & 21, 2013

Registration Confirmation:  7:30am  Clinic will run from 8:00am - 5:00pm both days.

Location:  Memorial Room in the Gale Centre.  4171 Fourth Ave., Niagara Falls

Cost: $190.00

Lunch is included

Refunds will be issued based upon the following conditions:

• Refund requests must be received  2 business days prior to the start of the clinic.
• No refunds will be issued for participants who are late or absent.

To view a complete list of available clinics in all centres, please visit the OMHA website at www.omha.net

Certification Updates

Trainer Level 1 and Trainer Level 1 Refresher Certifications

The Trainer Level 1 and Trainer Level 1 Refresher are now available as an interactive e-Learning Course. Courses are presented as an online curriculum and include interactive multi-media tutorials, quizzes, and printable downloads.

Both e-Learning courses are available through the HDCO website www.hdco.on.ca

Upon completion, both certifications need to be transferred with the OMHA. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate and receipt. A nominal fee will be charged. Please contact Kim Withers at the OMHA upon completion at kim.withers@omha.net

Universal Expiration Dates

The universal date for expiring certifications is August 31st.

Effective the 2009 & 2010 Season, expiring certifications (August 31st) will no longer be granted a grace period.

Intermediate Level Coaches

Coaches holding this certification, indicated by the INT prefix, will be required to renew their certification by attending a Coach Refresher Clinic or meeting the requirements of the CEP.

Intermediate certifications expired August 31st, 2009.

Prevention Services (Speak Out) Available Online

While Prevention Services is still available in a classroom setting, you can now take this required component online. This e-learning course is available on the OMHA Website, www.omha.net and is entitled, Respect In Sport.

Please be sure to keep your confirmation upon completion and receipt.

Development Programs

The Niagara Falls Rivermen is focussed on providing the best coaching possible for our children.  We believe in this and uphold the OMHA's promise to provide the highest quality program.  We have the best program, we have the best coaches, but we still need more volunteers to make it better.

The next phase is implementing the OMHA's mandatory training programs for our coaches, trainers, and managers.  The OMHA is committed to providing the training, support, and development necessary to ensure our children receive the best mental and physical development we can provide.

While we may not run all of these clinics each season, you are able to access a complete listing of all available clinics throughout the province of Ontario on the OMHA website at www.omha.net under Development Programs.

You MUST be properly certified to be rostered with, be on the bench, or practice with any team within the Niagara Falls Minor Hockey Association. All prospective team officials must also apply for a police screening. To obtain your police screening documentation, please contact the Vice President of Representative Hockey.

Please note that all team official positions may require differing certifications. Educate yourself today!

Program Overviews

Development 1

1. Requirement for Coaching at the Representative level
2. A coach holding an Intermediate coaching certification would not be required to attend a Development 1 clinic.
3. Clinic length - 2-eight hour sessions, including a 2-hour ice session on Day 2.  The on-ice sessions implements the Drill Progression designed in class. Coaches will act as players for the other coaches running through their practices.
4. 3 year expiry

Development 2

1. This curriculum is directed at Representative level coaches working with players Peewee-aged and above.
2. Applicant must hold current NCCP Development 1 or Coach Level Certification.
3. For the 2006 & 2007 Season, this clinic will be limited in its' offering.  Only 6 to 8 clinics will be offered and divided up regionally across the OMHA.
4. Clinic length - 16 hours, including a 2-hour ice session.
5. Curriculum covers team play concepts, individual tactics, and game analysis.
6. Clinic modules include, full clinic attendance, completion of coach workbook, and a formal field evaluation.
7. 3 year expiry
8. Please visit the OMHA website for downloads and detailed criteria.

Continuing Education Program (CEP) - for Coaches

The implementation of the CEP allows coaches to earn credits towards their certification renewal, therefore, possibly eliminating taking the coach refresher clinic every 3 years.

Coaches will now have the option of selecting how they will renew their coaching certification;

1. Attend the Coach Refresher Clinic every 3 years.
2. Earn credits through the CEP. 

Coaches permitted to participate in the CEP;

1. OMHA coaches whose certification has expired.
2. OMHA coaches whose certification expiries are current. i.e. Coaching prefixes 07D1, 07C, 07CS, or 07RC.
3. Intermediate coaches - please note that all intermediate certifications will expire in 2009. Coaches holding this certification will be eligible to particpate in the CEP. Upon successful completion, intermediate certified coaches will be updated with a D2 certification number.

Coach's are responsible to track eligble CEP activities in detail on their CEP Passport.

1. The CEP Passport can be attained at the NFMHA Office.
2. Coaches must detail each activity.
3. Activities with incomplete descriptions or documentation (when applicable) will not be given credit.
4. Only activities listed on the CEP Menu are eligible.
5. The CEP Passport must be submitted by the coach the OMHA office after the completion of the 3-year cycle along with a $10.00 renewal fee.
6. Once the CEP Passport has been verified an updated coaching card will be mailed to the applicable coach.
7. Coaches require 20 credits per 3-year cycle.

CEP Menu

Trainer - Level 1

1. The HTCP is a risk management and safety education program for the volunteer hockey trainer.
2. The HTCP is designed to educate people in the prevention, recognition, and treatment of hockey-related injuries.
3. Clinic length -  8 hours.  The in-class examination requires a 75% passing grade.
4. This clinic is now available online as an interactive e-Learning course.
5. 3 year expiry

Trainer - Level II

1. The HTCP Level II program has been designed to be flexible.  Participants can choose from several avenues to obtain this level of certification.
2. Applicant must hold a current Level 1 HTCP certification to be eligible and a Standard First Aid certification from a recognized First Aid Provider Group. (For a current, approved first aid provider group, please contact the OMHA).  The First Aid card must be valid for the entire hockey season - September to April.
3. Individuals holding personal certification applicable to the HTCP may be granted Level II based upon review of their credentials by the OMHA Trainer's Technical Director.
4. Clinic length and expiry not available.

 
Coach Refresher

1. This program applies specifically to coaches in the OMHA.
2. This clinic serves as an update and development tool for coaches and a forum to discuss current issues and exchange ideas.
3. Clinic length - 4 hours.
4. 3 year expiry

Trainer Refresher

1. This program applies specifically to trainers in the OMHA.
2. This clinic is available to trainers whose certification expires August 31 of the current year.
3. This clinic will only be available for particiapnts who are re-qualifying for the first time following attendance at a full Level 1 clinic.
4. Participants will utilize the current manual in use for regular Level 1 clinics in that season.
5. The in-class, full Level 1 examination requires a 75% passing grade. 
6. Clinic length - 4 hours
7. This clinic is now available online as an interactive e-Learning course.
8. 3 year expiry  

Prevention Services (Speak Out)

1. This course is mandatory for all Team Officials.
2. This clinic is on abuse and harassment prevention.
3. A 4-hour interactive workshop conducted by OMHA instructors who have been prepared and certified by the Canadian Red Cross.
4. Prevention Services is also available as an e-learning course through the OMHA. Entitled, Respect In Sport, it can be done at your leisure.
5. no expiry