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Respect in Sport Coach Program

The Respect in Sport Coach Program provides in-depth information on the subjects of bullying, abuse, harassment and neglect in a convenient, safe and easy to comprehend manner. This multi-media program utilizes audio with synchronized visuals, animations that demonstrate negative behaviours and provide ideas of how a situation may be better handled, includes valuable information from subject matter experts delivered in a clear and concise fashion, and asks questions of the leaders based on the animated scenarios displayed.

The Respect in Sport Coach Program provides in-depth information on the subjects of bullying, abuse, harassment and neglect in a convenient, safe and easy to comprehend manner.

What is the cost to take the Respect in Sport Coach Program?

The cost is $30.00 plus GST per coach.

Is the Respect in Sport Coach Program mandatory?

The Respect in Sport Coach Program is replacing the "Speak Out" program. Hockey Alberta will no longer be hosting face to face Speak Out clinics as of the 2010-11 season. As stated in the Hockey Alberta Bylaws, one coach per team must have their Speak Out (now Respect in Sport Coach Program) before the December 31 deadline.

How does the Respect in Sport Coach Program work in terms of coaching certification?

The Respect in Sport Coach certification is good for 5 years and then re-certification is required. The program is directly linked to Hockey Alberta and Hockey Canada databases so once the program has been completed your HCR record is automatically updated.

Why is this being implemented?

Respect in Sport helps Hockey Alberta promote the "Right Way" concept through this simple and convenient on-line tool. The Respect in Sport Coach Program is being implemented to provide an enhanced sport environment for our children.

How is Respect in Sport implemented?

The Respect in Sport Coach Program is presented as an online curriculum and includes audio/visual presentations.

What equipment is required to complete the program?

All that is required to complete the Respect in Sport curriculum is a computer, an Internet connection, and speakers or a headset. Optional equipment includes a printer to print out your certificate of completion.

What if I don’t have a high-speed connection?

The course is designed to be accessible from any computer using dial-up or high-speed internet. Once registered, the user experience is the same at any speed.

What if I don’t know anything about computers? ?

Through extensive research and development, the program was designed, first and foremost, to be user friendly.  There is also an on-line “Help” feature and a 1-800 support line available.

Is there a paper version of the program?

No, by design. Hockey Alberta is continuously looking for tools that will help us create stronger organizations at minimal cost. Respect in Sport’s online courseware eliminates the need for our organization to absorb printing, mailing and administration costs. Respect in Sport also gives you ongoing access to the course once you’ve completed it, as an online resource.

How long is the course?

It’s a total of 3-4 hours.

Do I have to do it all at once?

No. You can do it at your leisure, come and go as required. The program remembers where you left off and brings you back to that point when you next sign-in. You can even do it from different computers. However, the program has to be completed by the December 31certification deadline as stated in Hockey Alberta's Bylaws.

Do I have to take the course every year?

No. Once you’ve completed the course you’re done.

What happens if I forget my login and password?

Contact the help desk.

Help Desk

If you require additional technical assistance with program operation or computer glitches please call the 24/7 Helpdesk. The service is in both English and French.

Email: Helpdesk@respectinsport.com