Please read below for CEP Level 1 Certification Information


CEP Certification Initiative Mission
In offering this service to the lacrosse community, US Lacrosse seeks to support program administrators, parents, clubs, leagues and coaches in educating and retaining quality coaches.

Why should I become certified?
Be on the cutting edge of lacrosse coaching. Your Level 1 certification verifies that you are a coach apart from the crowd. You have achieved coaching knowledge from the ONLY standardized lacrosse coach training program in the US developed and endorsed by the leader in the sport, the national governing body, US Lacrosse.

Gain a wealth of coaching knowledge and techniques through your certification journey. Tap into the curriculum built by coaches and players at the top of the game, laid out in a logical, progressive way to help you have the most impact on your players.

Certification is easy and convenient. Previous participation in any of the Level 1 educational components counts toward certification. All in-person components for certification are available every year at the US Lacrosse National Convention.

Additional Important Certification Information
• Applicants for certification must be at least 18 years of age.
• The certification fee does not need to be paid until you apply to certify online (upon completion of your portfolio review)
• Your USL membership must remain valid for at least three months following certification application.
• Make sure the e-mail address you provide in your portfolio application is current and correct. Upon review, US Lacrosse will send to you, via e-mail, the online link to use to complete the certification process.
• If you have a NCSI background check with your local club or league, please download the Shared Background Check Request Addendum and attach to your certification portfolio.