As you may be aware, Ohio Soccer Association's Safe Soccer Policy (OSA), applicable to all member organizations, provides that all coaches, trainers, team managers, club administrators, organization board members, officers, directors, employees, independent contractors, referees, and any other person age 18 or older who may have the opportunity to have direct and unmonitored access to children in your organization must undergo comprehensive background screening and training designed to prohibit misconduct.

This training has been created by the U.S. Center for SafeSport, an independent non-profit organization that develops policies and procedures to prevent emotional, physical, and sexual abuse of athletes.

OSA registered minor coaches are also required to complete the SafeSport Training (the same training taken by adults pending their age) with parental/guardian consent at no cost.

Please submit this consent form to obtain the instructions to complete the training alongside your minor coach.

Additional requirements by the State of Ohio include:

- Concussion Training: In accordance with "Ohio's Return to Play" law, coaches are required to complete a State of Ohio approved concussion training every two (2) years.

- Lindsay's Law: In accordance with Ohio Senate Bill 252, all members must follow and adhere to the Sudden Cardia Arrest in Youth Athletes Law (Lindsay's Law). The law requires coaches to annually complete a set of requirements prior to participating in any organized sports activity.

OSA is committed to supporting an environment in which all participants in the soccer community (athletes, coaches, referees, administrators, or volunteers), play an active role in creating an environment free from emotional, physical, and sexual abuse.

If you have any questions, please contact Jen Fickett jfickett@ohio-soccer.org