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What is the NROC
The National Registry of Coaches (NROC) is Singapore's national coaching database and recognition framework that aims to raise the standard and professionalism of sports coaches in Singapore.
NROC Ensures Coaches:
- Possess required qualifications
- Commit to lifelong learning
- Adhere to the standards outlined in the Coach's Code of Ethics
NROC’s Membership Benefits:
- Employment Opportunities
- Professional Development
- Enhanced Visibility via 'Find a Coach'
- Grant Support for Capability Development
- Exclusive Partner Perks
NROC Membership
NROC membership is valid for 3 years, during which coaches are expected to accumulate minimum learning hours in 2 main areas:
- Coaching practice and
- Coaching education
There are 4 types of NROC membership status:
| Status | Definition |
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| Active | Refers to coaches who have fulfilled all the NROC criteria and membership renewal requirement. |
| Inactive | Refers to coaches who have fulfilled all the NROC criteria but did not meet the membership renewal requirement, i.e., failed to acquire the required number of learning hours or failed to send in renewed Standard First Aid. |
| Delisted | Refers to coaches who have failed to meet the membership renewal requirement for a continuous period of 9 years. The coach’s name will be removed from the Registry. |
| Suspended | Refers to coaches who have either breached the Coach’s Code of Ethics or are under investigation, pending a decision from the Board of Inquiry. Re-instatement of membership will be granted on a case-by-case basis. |
NROC Membership Requirements
Quick Links
NROC New Application
NROC Renewal Application
NROC Upgrade Application
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Application Form
Recognition of Prior Experience (RPE) Application Form
Direct Waiver for SG-Coach Programmes
NROC Handbook
Coaches Code of Ethics Breach Report
NROC Delisted Coach Reinstatement Process
NROC membership is valid for 3 years. Coaches who fail to renew their membership and remain inactive for ≥ 6 consecutive years will be delisted from NROC.
Reinstatement Pathways
Delisted coaches can reinstate their membership through 2 pathways:
(A) Re-Assessment Pathway
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Overview |
Assessment Components |
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Comprehensive assessment by CoachSG and NSA Coach Developers |
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*Inclusive of applicable fees |
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(B) Course Retake Pathway
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Overview |
Assessment Components |
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Complete full coaching certification course |
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*Inclusive of applicable fees |
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The reinstatement pathways will be determined through a collaborative decision between the respective NSA and CoachSG.
Application Process
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Step 1: Submit Application Apply via SportSync with your coaching history documentation and indicate your preferred reinstatement |
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Step 2: Review & Approval Your application will be reviewed to verify your previous membership status, assess your coaching background, |
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Step 3: Complete Requirements Successfully complete your chosen pathway, submit all required documentation, and pay applicable fees. |
Additional Requirements for All Applicants
All candidates must obtain the following certifications before reinstatement:
- Valid Standard First Aid Certificate
- Updated Understanding Safe Sport as a Coach
- Current Technical Certification as specified by your National Sports Association (NSA)
Implementation
The membership will be reinstated upon approval.
Find NROC Coaches
Explore all active qualified professionals under the National Registry of Coaches (NROC), National Registry of Exercise Professionals (NREP) and contact them for their services. They may choose to respond at their own discretion.