***THE "D" COURSE CAN ONLY BE TAKEN BY COACHES THAT HAVE HELD A USSF "E" LICENSE FOR A MINIMUM OF SIX MONTHS***
The "D" License is strongly recommended for all competitive coaches of players 15 years old and up. This 36-hour course is the most comprehensive course offered and is preparatory for National "C" licensing. Only a limited number of courses are offered each year and sign up for this course must be accomplished through the State Office.
Prerequisites: USSF "E" License
Topics:
• Methods of coaching
• Team management
• Prevention and care of injuries
• Coaching technique
• Coaching tactics
• Systems of play
• Match analysis
• Principles of play
Course Length: 36 hours total- 12 hours in classroom and 24 hours of field sessions.
Any candidtate that fails to attend the FULL 36 hour couse will recieve a "Not Ready" grade and must wait for a period of six months before re-testing.
All "D" License course candidates will receive their pre-course materials via email seven (7) days prior to the start of the course. ***Be sure to verify your e-mail address at time of registration, as you will receive pre-course material/information and final results via e-mail.***
Testing Results: Candidates will receive a Ready (National "D" License) or Not Ready grade. Candidates receiving a Not Ready grade will be allowed to re-test for a National "D" License for a $25 fee. However, they must wait for a period of six months before re-testing.
Course Times:
February 2nd- 8:00am - 6:00pm
February 3rd- 8:00am - 6:00pm
April 6th- 8:00am - 6:00pm
April 7th- 8:00am - 6:00pm
Meeting Location: TBD
Cost: $ 195.00 per candidate.
What to Bring:
• Notepad and pen/pencil for classroom session
• Properly inflated Size 5 ball
• Appropiate soccer attire
• Water/Snacks
• Sunscreen Lotion (Optional)
• Portable Chair (Optional)
• Lunch (Optional)-You will be allowed of campus for lunch if preferred.
All Candidates will receive a Cal South Lesson Planner, and a Nike t-shirt at a retail value of $45.
YOU WILL BECOME A MEMBER OF CAL SOUTH WHEN REGISTERING FOR A COURSE.