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The D Course


A rigorous course for experienced coaches of U12, U14, or U16 club or town teams, or of high school teams.  Three or four years experience coaching older players is recommended.

Prerequisites: Successful completion of the E course, and can only be taken 6 months after completion of E.

Content: Coaching methodology and fitness; more advanced techniques and tactics; more goalkeeping, and "the correction method".

Materials (Given to the coach): LInk to the US Soccer D course manual, Coaching Program Tshirt
Tests: Both written and practical coaching exams

Course Minimum Number of Participants:  20 Coaches

For Whom: Must be 16 years of age, and holds an E license for at least 6 months.

Duration: 36 hours* 
Cost: $300

*During the last eight hours of the D Course, each coach takes a one-hour written examination and presents a 20-30 minute practical coaching session that is graded.

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