Scheduled D License Courses

national d license

The D License is an extension of the Grassroots Courses:

• Based on all four game models (4v4, 7v7, 9v9, 11v11).
• Purpose is to facilitate the improvement of the grassroots coach in all six tasks of a coach: coaching games, coaching training sessions, managing the performance environment, leading the team, leading the player, leadership.
• Focus on learning how to design, execute, and reflect on training sessions.
• Candidates will now have to coach at least one on-field training session with youth demo players during the course (current plan includes each candidate receiving an opportunity to get on-field practical experience during both weekends)
• Course takes place over nine weeks, with field and classroom sessions on two different weekends (8am-4pm Saturday & Sunday).

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, 9v9, or 11v11)