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What this credential requires

All of:
  • CertificationUSATF Level 2 Coach
  • AgeAt least 23 years of age
  • ExperienceMinimum 5 years of track and field, cross country, club, or personal run coaching experience
  • ExperienceActively coaching throughout the Level 3 course and capstone period
  • ExperiencePrimary coach of an athlete approaching qualification to one of the championships or World Marathon Majors specified by USATF
  • MembershipCurrent USATF Coaches Registry Member

Formal prerequisite: USATF Level 2 Coach — source · verified 2026-09-06.

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