Accreditation

Why Accreditation?

The NCAS is one of the AFL’s key development programs. Coaches deserve to be accredited. Whether in paid or voluntary positions, accreditation illustrates their commitment to the
game. Their time commitment and enthusiasm contributes to the sporting and personal development of players and to the community at large. Accreditation demonstrates a coach’s respect for the game through:

Commitment to improving personal coaching knowledge
Good practice that deserves to be recognised
Responsibility to the welfare of the players, the team, and the club
Preparedness to share knowledge for the betterment of the game
Attendance, participation, and presentation at workshops and seminars Accreditation provides ‘best practice’ modelling for the game through:
A well-constructed coach education program
Coach registration and the development of a coaches’ network
Qualified, thoughtful and effective coaching for players
Attention to safe participation
Mentor support
Appointments of coaches with sound backgrounds
Opportunities for coaches to be recognised and rewarded
Provision of a valued service to the community
Overall, accreditation raises the standard of coaching and ensures a more satisfying and enjoyable experience for both players and coaches.

Mandatory accreditation

All states and territories support the AFL's mandatory accreditation policy where coaches MUST have completed an approved AFL coaching accreditation course if they are appointed to a coaching position. This is critical for those coaching children.