Coaching Fundamentals Course:
Prerequisites:
- Must be a current member in good standing with USA Powerlifting
Level 1 – Club Certification Course:
Prerequisites:
- Must be a current member in good standing with USA Powerlifting
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must complete the “USA Powerlifting Coaching Fundamentals” Online Course
- Must have Coached/Handled at least 1 lifter at a USA Powerlifting Meet
- Must be a Current State Referee (or higher)
- Requirements & Procedures to Become a Referee
* Currently Certified Coaches that are not a USA Powerlifting State (or higher) level referee have until July 1, 2024 to become a referee.
Level 2 – Senior National Certification Course:
Prerequisites:
- All of the Club Certification Course Prerequisites +
- Must be a Current State Referee (or higher)
- Must be a Club Level Coach for 2 or more years
- Must have Coached/Handled at least 1 lifter at a USA Powerlifting Regional Meet (or higher)
* The Level 2 – Senior National Course is only offered at select National Level Meets
Level 3 – Senior International Certification Course:
- Not currently offered
