Training Classes

Volunteer training is available through eTrainU, with in-person classes scheduled before each season.

Required Online Training (All Volunteers)

These one-time courses are completed through eTrainU:

LiveScan background screening
SafeSport (annual renewal required)
Safe Haven
CDC Concussion Awareness
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness

Coach Training

Coaches complete age-specific certification courses:

Division	Course
4U/5U	No training required (professional coaches hired)
6U	6U Coach Certification
8U	8U Coach Certification
10U	10U Coach Certification
12U	12U Coach Certification
14U	Intermediate Certification (requires 12U coaching experience)
16U/19U	Advanced Certification

Courses are available online, in-person, or as a hybrid. In-person classes are scheduled in August before the fall season.

Recommended: “Keep Girls In Sport” course

See Coach Training for details.

Referee Training

Referees complete certification courses based on the divisions they will officiate:

Course	Covers
8U Official	6U, 7U, 8U games
Regional Referee	10U and above
Intermediate Referee	12U (field experience required)
Intermediate Observation	Before 14U officiating

Courses are available online, in-person, or as a hybrid. Multiple classes are scheduled in July and August at the Altadena clubhouse or in South Pasadena.

See Referee Training for details.

Team Manager Training

Team managers complete:

In-season orientation
Background check
Safe Haven training (20 minutes online)

See Manager Training for details.

LiveScan Fingerprinting

LiveScan is a one-time requirement for all adult volunteers. See the LiveScan page for the full step-by-step process, including the form to download, where to go, and hours.