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Youth Level II Diploma

Youth Level II Diploma

Course Details

Formerly known as the State Diploma, the Youth Level II Diploma is a five-hour course directed toward the person newly involved in coaching soccer. It is designed to help coaches working with players in the 5- to 10-year age range. Special emphasis is placed on understanding the physiological and psychological differences of coaching children. The course is designed to emphasize that the game itself essentially is the teacher and the focus of the coach at this level clearly is as facilitator. The curriculum focuses on the organization of a practice session, using small-sided games to enhance knowledge and fun, basic understanding of the Laws of the Game and information about the care and prevention of injuries. There is no testing in the Youth Level II Diploma. All candidates must be at least 14 years of age at the time of application.  Candidates under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the course.

What to Bring

What to bring to the course: Although it is not required, you may be asked to participate in order to illustrate the instructors' sessions, so wear comfortable clothes and bring extra gear if necessary. We recommend you bring a water bottle, pen or pencil, notebook, fully inflated ball and cleats (or running shoes or indoor soccer shoes if you have an indoor location).

Candidates with any disabilities or health concerns that might limit their participation in activities should notify a staff member before the start of the course. We want to make sure you have the best experience possible at our courses!

Schedule for Youth Level II Diploma

Start End Course City State Register Status
06/03/2012 06/03/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Berkeley CA REGISTER Open
06/10/2012 06/10/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Oakland CA REGISTER Open
07/08/2012 07/08/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Franklin OH REGISTER Open
07/15/2012 07/15/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Novato CA REGISTER Open
07/21/2012 07/21/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Washington Township NJ REGISTER Open
07/22/2012 07/22/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Clarence NY REGISTER Open
08/07/2012 08/07/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Bainbridge Island WA REGISTER Open
08/11/2012 08/11/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Cary NC REGISTER Open
08/17/2012 08/17/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Dracut MA REGISTER Open
08/18/2012 08/18/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Hercules CA REGISTER Open
08/18/2012 08/18/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Cleburne TX REGISTER Open
08/25/2012 08/25/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Ellensburg WA REGISTER Open
09/09/2012 09/09/2012 Youth Level II Diploma Austin TX REGISTER Open

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