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.
Up to six (6) grants are available and provide tuition and/or a shared housing package at the 2024 USATF Level 3 Program.
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
Grants will be awarded on a rolling basis by the USATF Coaching Education Grants Subcommittee. All complete applications will be reviewed through the stated registration deadline or until funds are awarded. Recipients will be notified via email with further instructions for claiming their grant, which may involve reimbursement or use of a promo code to register.