FAQ

General Questions

Q: What is Learn.USJF.com?
A: Learn.USJF.com is the United States Judo Federation’s online learning platform. It provides courses, resources, and certifications for judo coaches, instructors, and enthusiasts, designed to improve teaching skills, safety, and overall knowledge of judo.

Q: Who can enroll in the courses?
A: Courses are open to any Judo member regardless of National Judo affliation (USJF, USJA, USA Judo), including coaches, teachers, instructors, and judoka who wish to deepen their understanding of judo principles, techniques, and pedagogy. Some courses may have specific prerequisites.

Q: Do I need a USJF membership to access courses?
A: No you do NOT need USJF membership to access the course. USJF membership is REQUIRED if you are seeking a certification.

The Contest Rules and Referee Education and Nage-no-Kata Course: Access is Free to the judo community. Registration is required to access the program

Course Information

Q: What types of courses are offered?
A: Learn.USJF.com offers a variety of courses, including:

• Teacher Certification & Re-Certification

• Elite National Coach Certification

• Nage-no-Kata

• Contest Rules and Referee Education

• Coaching Methodologies and Professional Development

Q: How long does it take to complete a course?
A: Course duration varies. Some modules can be completed in a few hours, while full certification courses may take several days, depending on the curriculum and assessments.

Q: Are courses self-paced or scheduled?
A: Many courses are self-paced, allowing you to complete modules on your own schedule.

Certification & Credentials

Q: What is the difference between a certificate and a certification?
A: A certificate of completion indicates that you have finished a course. A certification signifies that you have met the requirements to hold a formal credential, such as USJF Teacher Certification or Elite National Coach status.

Q: How long is a certification valid?
A: Certification validity depends on the program. For example, the USJF Elite National Coach credential is valid for two years and requires re-certification to maintain active status.

Q: How do I renew my certification?
A: Re-certification involves completing the relevant course or refresher program, passing required assessments, and staying updated with USJF guidelines and best practices.

Technical Support

Q: How do I create an account on Learn.USJF.com?
A: You will be asked to Register for any of the courses and follow the prompts to create a secure account.

Q: Who can I contact for technical issues?
A: For platform or login issues, course-specific questions, contact: m.palacio@usjf.com

Additional Questions

Q: Can I access course materials after completing a course?
A: Yes, most courses allow continued access to materials for reference, even after completion or certification.

Q: Are there any prerequisites for advanced courses?
A: Some advanced or Level II courses require prior completion of foundational courses, such as National Coach or Teacher Certification programs. Check the course description for details.

Q: How do I get proof of my course completion?
A: Course Completion Certificates can be downloaded and printed upon successful completion of the course.  If you have any issues with Course Completion Certificates contact; m.palacio@usjf.com