The D License is the highest level license that the state offers. In order to maintain consistency in the delivery and execution of the course the objectives, expectations, and grading for the "D" License course have been established by US Soccer. At the conclusion of the course the candidate will receive a National “D”, a State “D” or a fail. The candidate should be at least 18 years of age. 
 

Objectives:

• To prepare coaches working with players 12 years of age and above by expanding their knowledge and understanding of the technical and tactical demands of the game and the developmental process necessary for players of these ages.  
• To provide an understanding of practical coaching methodology and the framework necessary to prepare players and a team for competition.  
• To prepare coaches for whom this represents their final coaching course, as well as those who plan to continue to further their coaching education.

Those wishing to attend the D License course must have successfully completed an E certificate course and have held the E certificate for at least 6 months or meet the requirements for a waiver.  See the Policy for Requirements for the D License course.

Curriculum (36 hours):

Classroom / Theory

• Methods of Coaching, Team Management & Administration, Tactics I, Tactics II, Match Analysis, Laws of the Game, and Care and Prevention of Injuries.  

Field / Practical

• Coaching Small Sided Games, Dribbling, Passing, Receiving and Turning, Heading and Crossing, Finishing, Fitness with the Ball, Goalkeeping, Possession, Defending and Attacking.  

Comprehensive Assessment and Review

• Practice Coaching, Practical Field Test, and Written Exam. Attendance at all 36 hours is mandatory.  

Fee

• $120 per candidate (effective September 1, 2005) for coaches of VYSA teams
• $175 per candidate for coaches of non VYSA teams

Click HERE for listings of D courses

Click HERE to download the D course manual (PDF format)