Accredited Coaching

The BCA maintains a list of accredited coaches that are rated with a 5 star system according to their level of experience and qualifications as outlined below. Clubs, schools and universities can then use this list as a reference to ensure that they are receiving quality and experienced coaching.

One Star BCA Coach

• Have 250 hours of Cheerleading coaching experience.
• Passed NCSSE Level 1 - 2 (or equivalent)
• Be coaching to Level 2 USASF skill

Two Star BCA Coach

• Have 500 hours of Cheerleading coaching experience
• Passed NCSSE Level 1 - 4 (or equivalent)
• Be coaching to Level 3 USASF skills

Three Star BCA Coach

• Have 1000 hours of Cheerleading coaching experience
• Have NCSSE Level 1 - 4 certificates (or equivalent)
• Be coaching to Level 3 USASF skills
• Hold USASF Credentialing Certificates at Level 4

Four Star BCA Coach

• Have 1000 hours of Cheerleading coaching experience
• Passed NCSSE Level 1 - 4 (or equivalent)
• Be coaching to Level 4 USASF skills
• Hold USASF Credentialing Certificates at Level 4

Five Star BCA Coach

• Have 2000 hours of Cheerleading coaching experience
• Passed NCSSE Level 1- 4 (or equivalent)
• Be coaching to Level 5 USASF skills
• Hold USASF Credentialing Certificates at Level 5
• Be an approved BCA Judge

If you would like to apply to become an accredited coach please email your Cheerleading CV along with proof of experience and qualifications to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it You will also need to be at least 18 years of age.

Benefits include:

• Being listed on the BCA's Accredited Coaches register.
• Receiving support from the BCA in your development.
• Free entry to the BCA's Annual Cheerleading Coaches Seminar.
• Entitlement to purchase BCA Accredited Coaches Training wear. Click here to view!