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Instructor Training
To become certified as an OAS Instructor, you are required to complete the Online Training provided by USA Archery and attend an in-person practical Instructor Course.
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USA Archery Instructor Certification
OAS has chosen to use USA Archery’s materials to ensure that our coaches have safe and consistent coaching practices. Below, you will find USA Archery’s requirements for the Level 1 and Level 2 Instructor Training courses. Please note that the minimum requirement is a Level 1 Instructor Certification which lasts for 3 years before requiring renewal.
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Prerequisites:
Minimum Age: 15 (A student who is 14 years old and within 30 days of his or her 15th birthday may take the Level 1 Archery Instructor Certification course. However, the instructor may not submit the Applicant Data form until the student turns 15 years of age.)
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Prerequisites:
Minimum age is 18
Membership to USA Archery* or the National Field Archery Association (NFAA)
U.S. Center for SafeSport Training
Requirements:
Membership to USA Archery* or the National Field Archery Association (NFAA)
USA Archery Background Screening
U.S. Center for SafeSport Training
Getting a Level 2 Certification creates more opportunities to advance in the USA Archery program if you are interested and also allows you to acquire an Instructor Trainer Certification.
Throughout the year, there will be certification practical opportunities offered by USAA Certified Instructor Trainers to maintain or continue your instructor certification. Find one in an area near you by clicking here.
Practical Training
The USA Archery Practical Training must be completed after the Online Training has been passed. Sign up for one in your area or Contact Us for Practical course suggestions! OAS will send out notices if known Practical Courses are available.
Use the link below to locate a USA Archery Practical Course near you:
Check Here for the Easton Newberry Archery Center’s Practical Course Opportunities!
Renew Certification
Coach and Instructor certifications need to be renewed every three years to stay up to date. Use your Sport80 account to review your certification renewal options.
If you have a USA Archery Level 2 Certification, don’t forget to maintain a current background check and take the newest SafeSport training through USA Archery! Click on the link to learn more about their requirements for eligibility!
If you are interested in continuing your coaching education upon renewal, contact USA Archery for more information!