U.S. SOCCER COACHING EDUCATION
COACHING LICENSE PATHWAY
U.S. Soccer is committed to providing all coaches, from beginner to advanced, with education tailored to their experiences and the needs of their players. The Coaching License Pathway consists of a series of courses designed to meet the specific needs of a coach at every step of the way. U.S. Soccer believes education is a journey, and our goal is to provide the necessary tools, guidance, and mentorship a coach requires.
OUR MISSION
Elevate coaching to impact player environments.
Better environments = better athletes.
RESOURCES
Start your coaching journey with the free Introduction to Grassroots Coaching online course. It is the gateway to the Grassroots Pathway and lays the foundation for your success. Intro in hand, you are free to choose any of the grassroots courses that meet your needs. Whether you are just getting started or coaching 11v11 there is an online and in-person course right for you. To take the D course you’ll need at least two grassroots in-person courses and an online license. After the D, you’ll need six months of experience to take the C course. From there, entry to the pro pathway requires an application to each course and more robust prerequisites. Click a button in the list to take the online course that is right for you or find an in-person course in your area.
