The Advanced National Goalkeeping Diploma is the top technical award of United Soccer Coaches four level goalkeeper education program. The course content includes, advanced positioning, communication, goalkeeper psychology, fitness and methodology as well as a thorough review of technical fundamentals. An important aspect of the Diploma is integrating the goalkeeper into team training and developing the goalkeeper’s coordination with, and direction of their teammates in game situations.
Time Commitment: 40 hours of directed learning combined online and in-person
Testing: Yes, on-site Assessment
Pre-Course Work: There is a total of four (4) pre course online Zoom meetings prior to the in-person dates: May 4, June 16, June 29 and July 14. Times for these 90 minutes to 2-hour calls is 7pm EST / 6pm CST / 5pm MST / 4pm PST
Prerequisites: Goalkeeping Level 3 Diploma OR Goalkeeping Level 2 Diploma OR, International Goalkeepers Coaches Conference (IGCC) and documented extensive experience as a goalkeeper and goalkeeper coach.
Age Requirement: Must be at least 18 years old to attend.
Course Pricing: Register now: members $800, non-members $900 for this course.
Schedule: Friday - Sunday in-person schedule to be uploaded
Lodging: Lodging is NOT provided for this course. Choices of hotel accommodations will be emailed to registrants.
Meals: Meals can be purchased at West Texas A&M University dining facility on campus as well as local dining options.
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.
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.
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