Which head coaches also need a checking certification?
Rule- British Columbia
- Canada
- BC Hockey
- Minor hockey
- U7-U21
- 2026-27
- Coaches
BC Hockey's coach requirements table asks for a checking certification, in addition to the main certification, from head coaches of:
- U11
- U13 Recreational and U13 Carded
- U15 Recreational, U15 Carded and U15 AAA
- CSSHL U15, U15 Prep and U16 Prep
The checking requirement is met by one of: Instructional Stream Checking, HU Online Checking, or Hockey Canada Skills Checking. Assistant coaches in these divisions have no checking requirement listed.
Source: BC Hockey, Coach Requirements by Division and Role (Team Requirements page).
Added 25 Oct 2026