The Premier Diploma curriculum includes systems of play, 11v11 tactics, player positional roles and responsibilities, game model, team and player management, advanced training methodologies, match analysis, sport performance and psychology.
In the blended format, coaches will complete the course in three (3) phases:
- Phase 1: Asynchronous Learning- Watch sessions from some of the best coach educators in America. Access to coursework is granted three (3) weeks prior to the start of Phase 2.
- Phase 2: Virtual Meetings- Interact with your instructors and candidates as you learn and share experiences.
- Zoom Call 1: Sunday, July 6th, 8 PM EST, 7pm CST, 6pm MST
- Zoom Call 2: Wed, July 9th, 8 PM EST, 7PM CST, 6PM MST
- Zoom Call 3: Sunday, July 13, 8 PM EST, 7PM CST, 6PM MST
- Zoom Call 4: Wed., July 16, 8PM EST. 7PM CST, 6PM MST
- Phase 3: In-Person Weekend- One weekend of in-person sessions will provide hands-on instruction and demonstration. All field testing/assessments will be done during the in-person weekend.
Time Commitment: 40 hours of class between the three phases
Assessment: Yes
Prerequisites: Advanced National Diploma, U.S. Soccer ''B" License
Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years old to attend
Course Pricing: $800 for United Soccer Coaches Members; $900 for non-members
Sample Course Schedule: CLICK HERE
Lodging: Lodging is NOT provided for this course.
Meals: Meals are NOT provided for this course. Coaches will be responsible for all meals during this course.
Travel: Please do not make any travel arrangements until you receive written notice from the United Soccer Coaches National Office that the course has reached minimum numbers. We will let you know as soon as possible.
Airport: Omaha (14 miles from Iowa Western CC)
Waiver: Please CLICK HERE to read the United Soccer Coaches course waiver.
Refund Policy: Please CLICK HERE to read the United Soccer Coaches course refund policy.
Educators: Dave Simeone and Hylton Dayes