Level 3 Program Grant

The Level 3 Program is the highest level of the USATF Coaching Education Program. The 32-hour course further expands on the scientific base included in the previous levels and provides coaches with comprehensive knowledge to master an event discipline. The Level 3 Program includes instruction from some of the world’s best sport scientists and elite coaches. Participants will also work with an advisor to implement a capstone project during the indoor and outdoor season.

Grant

Up to six (6) grants are available and provide tuition and a single room and board package at the 2023 USATF Level 3 Program, Chula Vista, CA.

Criteria

• Minimum five years of track and field, cross country, club or personal run coaching experience and actively coaching throughout enrollment
• Must be the primary coach of a high potential athlete respective to level coached (e.g., club, high school, collegiate, post-collegiate, masters) and have athlete’s consent to utilize for the capstone project
• Hold USATF Level 2 certificate in event discipline seeking Level 3
• Current USATF Coaches Registry member
• Submit complete grant application and personal statement

2023 Deadline

Grant applications must be received by October 20, 2023. All complete applications will be reviewed by the Coaching Education Grants Subcommittee. Selection and notification to recipients will be made within 10 business days following the application deadline.