Athletic Coaches
Athletic coaches play a vital role in the student-athletes' experience with high school sports. CIF has developed a set of requirements that are to be met by all high school coaches, to ensure the safety of each student-athlete and to ensure each athlete gets the most out of their experience on a high school team.
The Anderson Union High School District's policy is that all CIF and District requirements are met prior to any contact with students. This policy applies to all coaches, including volunteers.
If you are interested in coaching for AUHSD, please contact the Athletic Director at the school of preference to get started.
Becoming a Coach
Becoming a Coach![]()
Important: Pre-Authorization is Required
All coaches must receive pre-authorization from the school site before Phase 2 and Phase 3 can begin. These phases involve district expenses, so no paperwork or screenings will be initiated without an approved authorization form.
Phase 1: Pre-Requisite Trainings
All paid and volunteer coaches must complete the following trainings before proceeding to Phase 2 of the pre-employment process:
| Training | Platform | Training Time | Cost |
| NFHS Learn or equivalent | 12 hours | $50 | |
| NFHS Learn | 1 hour | Free | |
| NFHS Learn | 1 hour | Free | |
| NFHS Learn | 1 hour | Free | |
| Keenan SafeSchools | 1 hour | Free | |
| Keenan SafeSchools | 1 hour | Free | |
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First Aid/CPR Training
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Any | Varies | Varies |
Additional trainings required for certain coaches:
| NFHS Learn | 5 hours | $85 | |
| Red Cross | 3 hours | $25 |
Training Platform Information
- NFHS Learn - Coaches will need to create their own online account and are responsible for all fees associated with mandatory trainings.
- Keenan SafeSchools - Use the links above to access the platform and enter the coaching access key to self-register. The coaching access key is a1909ac.
- First Aid/CPR Training - Any training that meets the requirements for First Aid/CPR in California will be accepted.
Phase 2: Frontline Central & Paperwork Processing
Once a coach has completed Phase 1, the school administration will send HR a Coaching Authorization Form and HR will initiate Phase 2. Coaches will have 30 days to complete Phase 2.
All documents will be completed electronically via Frontline Central.
| Task | Platform | Volunteer/Paid Positions |
| Upload proof of completion of pre-requisites | Frontline Central | All |
| New coach paperwork | Frontline Central | All |
| District policy acknowledgements | Frontline Central | All |
| Payroll forms | Frontline Central | Paid only |
Phase 3: Screenings
Detailed information for Phase 3 will be mailed directly to the coach's home. Screenings must be completed within 15 days of completion of Phase 2.
Appointments are necessary and paper authorization forms must be brought to the screenings.
| Task | Provider | Volunteer/Paid Positions |
| Substance Abuse Screening | Compliance Associates | All |
| TB Test | District Nurse | All |
| Fingerprint Clearance | ACCUPRINT | All |
| Physical Exam | Burch Physical Therapy | Paid only |
Notification of Clearance
After all tasks in the pre-employment process have been completed the coach and the school administration will receive an email notification. A coaching ID card will be mailed to the coach at home.
All coaches must have their coaching ID card with them while on any campus.
Failure to Complete Requirements with 45 Days
Candidates will have 30 days from the date of the Coaching Authorization Form to complete Phases 1 and 2. An additional 15 days will be allowed for the completion of Phase 3. Failure to complete all of the requirements within a 45 day window will result in the closing of the applicant's file and a new Coaching Authorization Form must be obtained in order to continue the clearance process.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS
PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS![]()
PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS
Athletic coaches will be evaluated at the conclusion of each season using the form below:
