US Soccer Coaching Courses – Northern California
https://www.calnorth.org/news/upcoming-ongoing-u.s.-soccer-coaching-courses-in-northern-california
Pathway:
- Grassroots: online or in-person courses (4v4, 7v7, 9v9, 11v11)
- D license
- C license
- B license
Eligibility requirements for US Soccer D license:
https://learning.ussoccer.com/coach/courses/available/3/details/14469
Course Details:
The U.S. Soccer D License hosted by Cal North is an online and in-person course. This blended format combines an online experience, assignments, small group meetings, independent learning, and in-person meeting.
Eligibility Requirements:
To register for the U.S. Soccer D course, all applicants must meet the following prerequisites:
- At least 18 years of age
- Currently coaching or have access to a team U6-U12
- Have completed Introduction to Grassroots Coaching
- Have completed Two (2) GR IP courses and one (1) GR OL course
or
- Have completed Introduction to Grassroots Coaching
- Previously Earned USSF E License
or
- Have completed Introduction to Grassroots Coaching
- Previously Earned USSF F License
- Two (2) Additional Grassroots In-Person (4v4, 7v7, or 9v9)
Course Experience:
48+ hours (virtual + in-person meetings)
Students who register for this course can expect weekly learning opportunities that will feature a mixture of independent learning using online modules, live virtual meetings, and in-person meetings led by a licensed U.S. Soccer Educator. Students should have access to the internet and a laptop/device with web camera/live video capabilities. The virtual meetings will take place on agreed-upon days and times (see below). Students may be asked to participate in the in-person field component as either coaches or players, so please come prepared to actively learn.
Course duration:
Nine (9) weeks (Including summative assessment) with two (2) in-person weekends
- Virtual meetings (Large group/small group)
- Videos
- Individual meetings with Coach Educator
- Independent learning and investigation/research
- Individual assignments
- Collaborative projects
Assessment:
Formative Assessment (course assignments during the course) in
- Leadership and Managing the Performance Environment
- Leading the Player within the Team
- Coaching Games
- Coaching Training Sessions
Summative Assessment (Final projects at the end of the course) in
- Coaching Training Sessions
o Design and coach one (1) activity within the training session
Students who register for this course are expected to attend all course meetings and complete all assignments in order to be eligible for the final assessment.
Volunteer Coach Code of Conduct
This code of conduct has been developed to clarify and distinguish approved and accepted professional, ethical, and moral behavior from that which is detrimental to a positive experience. Coaches are expected to be positive role models who project the spirit of the sport on and off the field. As a RAGE Recreational Coach, I understand that I am expected to hold myself and my team to the high standards set forth by the Pleasanton RAGE Soccer Club. While representing RAGE, I must abide by the following expectations and requirements:
- I will prioritize the health and safety of all players and maintain an environment that supports this priority both on and off the field.
- I will demonstrate positive support, dignity, and respect for all players, parents, coaches, and officials at every game, practice, and other RAGE events. This includes players, parents, and coaches from the opposing team.
- I will be a positive role model whenever I am around players and parents. I will exercise professional decorum and conduct at all practices and games, meetings, and other team functions.
- I will exemplify honesty, integrity, fair-play, and sportsmanship at all times regardless of the impact that might have upon the outcome of the competition.
- I will refrain from the use of profanity, abusive, offensive, or insulting language, gestures or actions, racially insensitive remarks, or any other conduct that reflects poorly on me or the Pleasanton RAGE Soccer Club, on and off of the field.
- I will not discriminate against players based upon race, nationality, religion, or sexual orientation.
- I will avoid any conduct that could be construed as harassment or physically, verbally, or sexually abusive.
- I will teach my players to play fairly and to respect the rules, officials and opponents.
- I will not verbally address a player on an opposing team, except to compliment their play.
- I will always show respect for all of the match officials and honor their decisions.
- I will be reasonable in my demands on players’ time, energy, enthusiasm, and performance on the soccer field.
- I will provide a sports environment for my team that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol.
- I understand that as a coach, I am responsible for not only my own behavior but also the behavior of my team members, their parents, and fans at RAGE games. I must discourage/discipline any of these members or spectators from prohibited behaviors outlined in our respective codes of conduct.
- I will ensure that my players’ experience in practices and games is one of fun and enjoyment and improvement in skill. I understand that the top reason kids play sports is to have fun.
- I will give each team member a fair and honest chance to play, which includes a minimum of 50% of game minutes for each recreational player.
Acknowledgment
I agree to the following terms:
- I agree to abide by the RAGE Volunteer Coach Code of Conduct outlined in this document.
- I acknowledge that RAGE may take disciplinary action against me if I breach the RAGE Volunteer Coach Code of Conduct.
- I acknowledge that disciplinary action against me may include suspension from practices, games, and other team or club activities. Disciplinary action is determined by the RAGE Recreational Director and/or Director of Coaching.
