Little League International requires certain trainings for volunteers, coaches, and managers to ensure the safety and well-being of players and the effective operation of the league. Here are the main training requirements and their links to complete them:

1. Background Check

• Required for: All volunteers, including coaches, team parents, and any individuals who will have direct contact with children.
• Description: Volunteers must complete a background check as part of the registration process. This is usually done through a third-party service like JDP.
• How to Complete:

1. Log into your Lemon Grove Little League website account.
2. Click on the " Volunteer" under Registration Pick your volunteer Category and complete your registrations.
3. Once you complete the application you will receive an email from LEMON GROVE LITTLE LEAGUE Background Questionnaire Notification
4. click on the link provided on the email to complete your questionnaire. IT EXPIRES IN 14 DAYS please complete ASAP

2.  Abuse Awareness Training

• Required for: All managers, coaches, and other volunteers who have direct contact with children.
• Description:  The safety and well-being of all participants in the Little League® program continues to be paramount and this course is required to be completed by all volunteers each year.
• How to Complete: Register course online and complete it. Annual Requirement
• Link: Abuse Awareness Training

3. Concussion Awareness Training

• Required for: All coaches, managers, and volunteers involved in practices and games.
• Description: Coaches and volunteers must complete concussion awareness training as part of their responsibilities to ensure the safety of players.
• How to Complete: Complete an online training session on concussion awareness (every 3 years).
• Link: CDC Heads Up Concussion Training

4. Diamond Leader Training 

• Required for: All managers and coaches. 
• Description: Managers and Coaches, the Little League Diamond Leader Training Program focuses on ensuring children have a positive, well-rounded experience on and off the field.
• How to Complete: Coaches can complete this course via Little League's website. ( One time training).
• Link: Diamond Leader Training

5. Cardiac Arrest Training 

• Required for: All managers and coaches.
• Description: This training helps you  prepare you to protect your young athletes hearts from the #1 killer of young athletes. This is optional for Team Parents, but highly recommended. The more that have the training the better to keep our players safe. 
• How to Complete: Once you arrive at the website, follow the instructions to complete the training and retrieve your certificate. Training should take approximately 20 minutes.  (every 3 years).
• Link: Eric Paredes Save A Life Foundation

6. Volunteer Orientation

• Required for: All volunteers. Trainings will be separated by Roles ( ie. Team Parent Meeting, Coaches Clinic, Umpire etc. ) 
• Description: This is an introductory session for new volunteers, covering Little League's policies, procedures, and best practices for supporting youth athletes.
• How to Complete: Dates are TDB as soon as date/time is available we will update all our volunteers
• Link: Trainings will be in person

Additional Requirements for Coaches

Please note that these training programs are mandatory to ensure that everyone involved in Little League is equipped to provide a safe and supportive environment for children. Make sure to complete each required training before the season starts! Always check with your local league for any additional or specific requirements they may have.