by camila bodini posted 03/14/2008
On behalf of the Tri-Cities Soccer Association and TCSA Traveling
The National Soccer Coaches of America (NSCAA) will conduct their
National Youth Diploma course at The Campton Hills Complex, On July 18th, 19th and 20th, 2008
This will be a great opportunity for all NEW TRAVEL COACHES to get the coaching education necessary for obtaining their NISL and IWSL passes
This is also an equally great opportunity for experienced coaches and trainers to build upon their existing knowledge of teaching this critical age player and to make the soccer experience positive and fulfilling for your teams
These courses typically fill quickly once they are posted on the NSCAA website.
Coaches of TCSA Travel Players will need to register through the NSCAA and pay the fees directly. Upon providing evidence of successful course the fees will be reimbursed to coaches by TCSA. The course fee for non-members of the NSCAA will include the $50 Youth Membership annual fee; which comes with certain benefits.
National Youth Diploma
The National Youth Diploma is designed for the youth coach working with players age 5-12. The overall objective of the course is to help coaches create the optimal learning environment for players at this developmental age. Emphasis is placed on the basic methods of coaching youth and understanding the physiological and psychological differences of coaching children. The course emphasizes the game of soccer as the teacher and the coach as the facilitator. The curriculum focuses on the organization of a practice session, teaching proper technique, team management, basic concepts of attack and defense, small-sided games and understanding the Laws of the Game. Information about safety, prevention and care of injuries also is provided.
The National Youth Diploma is a 21-hour course held over three days, featuring both classroom lectures (theory) and on field instruction (practical). The course utilizes appropriate age group demonstrators for most field sessions. There is no testing involved in the course, although coaches are allowed an opportunity to conduct a training session with feedback from the staff. Each person completing the course is awarded the National Youth Diploma certificate.
All candidates must be at least 14 years of age at the time of application. If a candidate is under 18 years of age, an adult must accompany him or her for the duration of the course. Previous coaching certification, such as the NSCAA State or Regional Diploma, and/or the USSF "E" or "F" license, is strongly suggested. A waiver of previous coaching certifications will be considered on an individual basis if the applicant has been coaching for a number of years.
More information coming soon!
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