• Methods of coaching
• Team Management Assignment (Pre-course written)
• CDC Concussion (Pre-course online module)
• Coaching tactics
• Laws of the Game (Pre-course online module)
• Principles of attack and defense
• Small-sided games
• Technique (Pre-course videos)
Course Length:
18 hours total- 5 hours in classroom and 13 hours of field work.Any candidate that fails to attend the FULL 18 hour course will be ineligible to receive their "E" license.
Course Times:
Saturday 5/30 8:00am - 6:00pm Sunday 5/31 8:00am - 6:00pm
Meeting Location:
TBD
Cost:
What to Bring:
•Completed pre-course assignments•Notepad and pen/pencil for classroom session•Properly inflated size 5 soccer ball•Appropriate soccer attire and comfortable training shoes for field work•Water/snacks, sunscreen lotion (optional), portable chair (optional)•Lunch (optional, as you will be allowed off campus for lunch if preferred).
Completion of five Pre-Course Assignments is required.
The following link will direct you to all pertinent pre-course work:
http://www.ussoccer.com/Coaches/Licenses/National-E.aspx
Assignment 1.)
Part A
Register and complete the “E” License Referee Assignment, Part A.
Part B
Research and write a brief report on the rationale of modified small-sided games rules. Contact your local League or soccer organization to locate the modified rules of play for the team that you coach.
Read and review the modifications for the following FIFA Rules:#1 Field, #2 Ball, #3 Players, #5 Referee, #6 Assistant Referee, and #7 Duration of Game.
If you are not currently part of a league, please see: http://www.usyouthsoccer.org/coaches/RulesSmallGames.asp
Assignment 2.)
"Team Management Assignment".
Assignment 3.)
The CDC "Concussion in Youth Sports Assignment.
Assignment 4.)
Prevention and Care Webinar
Assignment 5.)
Watch and compile notes on the major technical points of each of the US Youth Soccer Skills School Videos below: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL805D77038B88D895&feature=plcp
Technical Topics:•Chipping •Crossing•Push Pass•Heading•In Step Drive•Dribbling for Control•Receiving Ground Balls•Defending
It is MANDATORY that you complete the pre course assignments and turn them into the course instructor prior to the start of the course. You are required to be in attendance for the full duration of the course and also successfully complete a practical field session.