Trainer Certification
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Become an RCE Certified Skills Trainer.

A trainer education program built on the RCE 5-Pillar Method — designed to develop serious basketball coaches who can deliver structured, accountable player development.

RCE Skills Academy basketball training session
Program 03 / Certification
5-Pillar Method · In Development
Two Certification Tiers

Level 1 and Advanced Trainer.

Pricing shown is proposed. We are not accepting payment or enrollments at this time — the program is in development. Join the priority list for early notification.

Level 1 · Foundations

RCE Certified Skills Trainer — Level 1

$1,997
Proposed price · program in development
  • The RCE 5-Pillar Method: Ball Handling, Shooting, Footwork, Finishing, Game IQ
  • Fundamental drill library and progressions
  • Training session design principles
  • Skill demonstration and correction techniques
  • Player evaluation usage and interpretation
  • Knowledge assessments
  • Youth safety and professional standards
Advanced · Business Builder

Advanced Trainer / Business Builder

$4,997
Proposed price · program in development
  • Everything in Level 1
  • Advanced drill progressions and periodization
  • Practical coaching assessments with feedback
  • Business operations for trainers (pricing, retention, parent communication)
  • Marketing fundamentals for independent trainers
  • Group training design and management
  • Priority access to RCE Academy Licensing consideration

Important: The RCE Trainer Certification program is currently in development. We are not accepting payment or enrollments at this time. Joining the priority interest list reserves your spot for notification when enrollment opens. Pricing shown is proposed and subject to change. Certification does not automatically grant rights to operate an RCE-branded academy — that requires a separate licensing agreement.

The RCE 5-Pillar Method

Five skills. One system.

The RCE 5-Pillar Method is the operating system behind every RCE training session. Conditioning, coachability, and attention to detail are incorporated throughout the framework.

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Ball Handling

Control, pace, and confidence with the ball — built through progressive drill families.

02

Shooting

Mechanics, footwork, and shot selection — from form to game-speed reps.

03

Footwork

Triple threat, pivots, jabs, and movement principles that create advantages.

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Finishing

Contact, angles, and finishes at the rim — layered by age and skill level.

05

Game IQ

Decision-making, spacing, and reading the game — taught deliberately, not assumed.

Curriculum Preview

What the program covers.

A preview of the proposed curriculum. Specific modules, sequencing, and assessment structure will be finalized before enrollment opens.

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50-Drill Instructional Library

Core drill families across the 5-Pillar Method with progressions, regressions, and coaching cues for each drill.

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Training Session Design

How to structure an effective 60-minute session, group flow, station design, and time management for individual and group training.

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Skill Demonstration & Correction

How to demonstrate cleanly, identify breakdowns in player mechanics, and deliver effective corrections that athletes can implement.

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Player Evaluations

Use the RCE evaluation framework to assess athletes, communicate with parents, and track development over time.

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Knowledge Assessments

Written and practical assessments that confirm mastery of the RCE 5-Pillar Method, terminology, and coaching standards.

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Youth Safety & Standards

Age-appropriate training, safeguarding fundamentals, professional communication, and the standards expected of an RCE-affiliated trainer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trainer Certification.

When does the program launch?

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The Trainer Certification program is currently in development. We are not announcing a launch date. Joining the priority interest list ensures you are notified the moment enrollment opens.

Can I pay now to reserve my spot?

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No. We are not accepting payment or enrollments at this time. The priority interest list collects your contact information so we can notify you when enrollment opens. No charge to join the list.

Does certification grant me rights to operate an RCE-branded academy?

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No. Certification demonstrates mastery of the RCE 5-Pillar Method and coaching standards. It does not automatically grant rights to operate an RCE-branded academy — that requires a separate academy licensing agreement.

Is the certification externally accredited?

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No. The RCE Trainer Certification is an internal credential reflecting completion of RCE's training and assessment program. We make no representations about external accreditation, college credit, or transferability to other organizations.

What if I'm not a current coach?

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The program is designed for aspiring and current basketball coaches. Level 1 covers foundational skills and coaching principles. No prior professional coaching experience is required for Level 1, though basketball playing experience is expected.

What's the difference between Level 1 and Advanced?

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Level 1 covers the RCE 5-Pillar Method fundamentals, drill library, session design, evaluations, and safety. Advanced adds business operations, marketing fundamentals, group training design, advanced progressions, and priority consideration for Academy Licensing.

Join the priority interest list.

Get notified the moment enrollment opens. No charge, no commitment — just first access.