The Level 4 Coach Certification Course develops coaches to be capable of developing high performing athletes for national and international competition.

The Level 4 Course supports the continued development of high-quality archery coaches in the USA and beyond. The course content, activities, and assessments are designed to increase a) participant understanding of the sport-specific technical details of the National Training System and b) ability to apply evidence-based how-to-coach skills to enhance skill acquisition and retention in athletes. While the course develops coaches capable of developing high performing athletes for national and international competition, the content is applicable from beginner through elite.

COURSE INFORMATION

Course Length: Approximately 75-hours

Course Format:

• Step 1: Online asynchronous course with exam
• Step 2: Four, Zoom-based sessions per week with Level 4 facilitators for 40-45 hours over 1.5 months.
• Step 3: Zoom-based practical exam

Course Cost

• Online Course: $200
• Virtual Practical Course: $500

Certification Period: Three years from the date of course completion

Attendance:

• There are attendance requirements for the Level 4 Course. Candidates should not rely on watching recordings of online sessions.

Course Syllabus

• Example of the Level 4 Course Packet: Contact [email protected] to receive a sample

PREREQUISITES

• 20 years of age or older to register for the Level 4 Practical Course
• Must hold Level 3 certification for at least 8 months to be eligible to register for the Level 4 practical course.
• Level 4 candidates who earned a Level 3 Certification prior to April 1, 2022, must register for and complete the current Level 3 Online Coach Course prior to registering for the Level 4 Online Course.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Membership to USA Archery* or the National Field Archery Association (NFAA)
• USA Archery Background Screening
• U.S. Center for SafeSport Training
• Must complete the online modules for the course and pass the online exam
• Must pass a practical examination that assesses how-to-coach skills as well as technical knowledge, understanding, and application of National Training System

BENEFITS

• Eligible to take the Level 3 Coach Trainer Certification Online Course
• Qualified to be the lead Instructor for an Explore Archery Program, JOAD Program, Adult Archery Program and/or Collegiate Archery Program Club**
• Eligible for USA Archery Insurance coverage**
• Access to exclusive video content in the USA Archery Membership Dashboard 

*A USA Archery Temporary, Recreational, and/or Youth Membership will not satisfy the membership requirement.

**USA Archery membership required; NFAA membership will not satisfy the membership requirement.

PARTICIPATION LEVELS & HOW TO ENROLL

Eligible members can enroll in the 2025 Level 4 Course at two different participation levels. Eligible Level 3 Coaches can enroll as students aspiring to earn their Level 4 Coach certification. And current Level 4 and Level 5 Coaches can enroll for continued professional development.

• Level 4 Student: Enroll as a student if you aim to become certified as a Level 4 Coach this year. Coaches wishing to enroll as a student will be held accountable for attendance and homework.
  • Enroll as Student.

• Audit the Course: Access the online course and whole-group, Zoom-based sessions and recordings. Auditing is designed to support current Level 4 and Level 5 Coaches who want to stay up to date with coaching practices or for those wishing to be considered as future Level 4 Facilitators. Those who audit the course do not attend breakout sessions, do not receive a certification, and are not held accountable to homework or attendance.
  • Enroll to Audit.