ALL volunteers have to complete and submit 3 clearances to the club.  If you either have current child safety clearances for school or other programs, you can submit copies of those clearances. If you don't have the required clearances, you will be required to get them before being accepted by the Blue Sombrero system as a rostered coach.   

Beginning in the Fall 2019 season, all youth soccer coaches under the US Youth Soccer system (including PA West) must complete four hours of age-group specific training provided by qualified professional coaching staff members. 

The training sessions will include both classroom and on-field training, targeted to the special abilities and needs of age-specific players. This is an excellent opportunity to increase our coaches’ knowledge and capabilities, both in the technical and tactical aspects of the game. It is also necessary to keep our club strong, growing and providing the best overall experience for our players and their families.

Please click on the link below for more information regarding the process, the steps to obtain your certification, and important Questions/Answers.

Coaching Clearances Manual 


For a more in-depth discussion of the Background Check System, please visit PA West's Risk Management Web site.