Do you want to gain USASF qualifications? If so please read on!
General Credentialing Information
The USASF Coach Credentialing process utilises written exam elements, hands-on coaching skills, and experience elements that will help you become a safe and efficient coach. The USASF credentialing courses have now become the worldwide standard for coaches and cheerleaders.
What do I do if I have more questions about USASF Credentials?
Please see the procedure below:
Credentialing organizes coaching competency in three core subjects. Tumbling, stunts and tosses are evaluated. These tests are designed to create a safer environment, by developing standards through proper skill progressions. After a written and hands on assessment coaches experience is validated, the coach will receive credentials through the Level(s) passed. These credentials come in Certificate form and an ID card which last 3 years.
Through Credentialing coaches are made aware of expectations as teachers and role models. It is the goal of the USASF to infuse good decisions into each and every credentialed coach so that they may expand the positive life experience of all star cheerleading and dance into the lives of the youth they encourage. USASF is recognized as the baseline of education for each individual coach and also expect these standards to be met.
Credentialing comes in 3 parts:
1. Written test
2. Hands-On test
3. Practical Field Experience Form
Written Test
The questions from the written test will reference the corresponding level rules and allowed skills.
For each level you will need to
1. Request the test papers from BCA
2. answer questions on test
Attention: Please complete written tests and bring answer sheets to "Hands On" testing session. Each session will last an average of one hour to complete.
Hands-on Test
You will need to contact the BCA to apply for credentialing which is normally organised on an on demand basis. If you are not familiar with this process, read the following paragraph for an explanation:
The Hands-On portion of credentialing is proving you understand how to teach certain skills within each level. No, you will neither have to perform these skills nor will you be working with athletes during the testing. However, you will have to explain to an instructor how to perform each skill just as if you were coaching a team. The instructor will have a list of key points that you must cover in order to pass that skill and or level. You do not have to cover the key points word for word as listed on the instructors paper. The instructors job is to validate that you cover in your own words the key points of each skill in order to teach proper technique and ensure that you know what you are talking about in order to keep the athletes safe.
You must score a 70% or higher to become credentialed at that level and qualify to move on to the next.
Please note: This is NOT a course.
Practical Field Experience Forms (PFE)
These forms will need to be signed by your gym owner or head coach in order for you to be credentialed.
Explanation of Forms:
Levels 1 and 2
No form required. This is the entry levels for All Star Cheerleading. Applicants must be over 16 to complete these levels (18 for level 3 and above)
Levels 3 and 4
Your gym owner/head coach will need to sign off on your Level 3 and 4 PFE for you to get credentialed for these levels.
You will need a separate signed PFE for each category for which you are requesting credentials: Stunts, Tosses or Tumbling.
The Level 3 and 4 PFE states that you have a minimum of 100 hours coaching experience at level 1 and or 2 in the category for which you are requesting credentialing.Applicants must be 18+ at the time of applying
Level 5
Your gym owner/head coach will need to sign off on your Level 5 PFE for you to get credentialed for this level.
You will need a separate signed PFE for each category for which you are requesting credentials: Stunts, Tosses or Tumbling.
The Level 5 PFE states that you have a minimum of 150 hours coaching experience at level 3 and or 4 in the category for which you are requesting credentialing.
This is an additional 150 coaching hours to the 100 hours at 1 and or 2, not just an additional 50 hours. So the total number of coaching hours is 250 a minimum of 150 hours spent at levels 3 and 4. Again applicants must be 18+ to complete this level test.
Pricing
Coaches' Credentialing Fees
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Stunts |
Tosses |
Tumbling |
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Level 1 |
£15.00 |
Level 1 |
£15.00 |
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Level 2 |
£15.00 |
Level 2 |
£15.00 |
Level 2 |
£15.00 |
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Level 3 |
£15.00 |
Level 3 |
£15.00 |
Level 3 |
£15.00 |
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Level 4 |
£15.00 |
Level 4 |
£15.00 |
Level 4 |
£15.00 |
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Level 5 |
£15.00 |
Level 5 |
£15.00 |
Level 5 |
£15.00 |
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Re-Cred |
£35.00 |
Re-Cred |
£35.00 |
Re-Cred |
£35.00 |
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There is also an administration fee of £25.
Want to apply?
We’re more than happy to assist you with your enquiries. Please feel free to e-mail us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or you can call the BCA office on 0844 562 3324.
When a date and location is agreed with us we will forward all the necessary paperwork, please complete the credentialing form below and post or email to us. Your credentialing fees must be paid prior to the session taking place.
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