There is no federal legal requirement to provide compensation for certifications, even if they are required by the employer. There may be some variability by state. I am not a coach, I work in healthcare but I suspect legally it may be similar especially since healthcare workers must all...
My sister broke her ankle doing martial arts when we were teens. My mom dismissed it as "just a sprain" for too long and her recovery was awful. I would encourage you and your parents to look into financial assistance programs at your local hospitals and clinics. Children's hospitals and...