The Advanced National Diploma curriculum includes team and player management, advanced training methodologies (functional and phase play), a focus on tactics within thirds of the field, 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.
- July 14 (2.5 hours), July 28 (2.0 hours), August 11 (2.0 hours) 6pm PST, 8pm CST
- 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, August 22 to 24, 2025.
Time Commitment: 40 hours between the three phases
Assessment: Yes
Prerequisites: National Diploma, U.S. Soccer ''C" 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.
Airport: Portland, Ore
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, Greg Ryan