Course Information
What are the course dates?
June 2-10, 2012
Where will the course take place?
University of Puget Sound
1500 N. Warner Street
Tacoma, WA 98416
http://www.pugetsound.edu/
How do I become a CoachesNet member to ensure my early registration?
Coaches should visit http://www.ussoccer.com/Coaches/CoachesNet/Register-Here.aspx
At the time of booking, active members of CoachesNet will receive a $25 discount.
How is registration handled?
Eligible coaches are required to register online at the U.S. Soccer website: http://www.ussoccer.com/Coaches/National-Coaching-Schools/National-Course-Schedule.aspx
Confirmed candidates will be notified via e-mail with additional course details. Candidates should secure travel only after receiving written confirmation from U.S. Soccer.
How is payment handled?
Full course payment is required at the time of online registration.
Tuition - $900
U.S. Soccer Coaching School course fee ($900) includes tuition, all course materials, lunch and dinner. The course fee does not include housing, ground transportation, airfare, or activities outside of the standard course schedule.
Housing (optional) - $350
The fee for housing is $350. Candidates may select to add housing by choosing the residency option during the course registration process. Housing is based on double occupancy and includes breakfast. If you have a roommate request please email that request to coaches@ussoccer.org no later than May 11. Roommate request will not be accepted after this date. An additional $100 fee will be added to all housing requests after May 11.
Where do residents stay during the week?
University of Puget Sound Dormitories
1500 N. Warner Street
Tacoma, WA 98416
http://www.pugetsound.edu/
Are single rooms available?
Candidates may request a single room. If available, an additional charge will be added to the course fee. Please contact the U.S. Soccer Coaching Education Department at 312-528-1219 after you have received your course confirmation to make these arrangements.
Is internet available?
Wireless service is available in the common area of each dormitory. Each room is also hard wired for service. You must provide your own laptop and Ethernet cord.
When do I need to arrive?
Registration will take place at The University of Puget Sound from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on June 2. Course Orientation and the first lecture begin promptly at 3:30 p.m. for all candidates. Candidates who arrive after the start of the course will be responsible for making up the missed sessions at a future course before a final course grade is issued.
Which airport should I fly into?
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (http://www.portseattle.org/seatac/)
Is transportation provided?
Candidates are responsible for providing their own transportation throughout the course. All sessions will be located on campus. The fields, dorms and classrooms are all within walking distance of each other.
A list of confirmed candidates will be provided prior to the course for candidates to arrange a carpool.
You may visit http://www.pugetsound.edu/about/visiting-puget-sound/transportation/ for additional information.
When does the course end?
All candidates will end at approximately 12:00 p.m. (noon) on June 10.
What is a typical day like?
A typical day will begin at 8:00 a.m. and end at 5:30 p.m. Some days will include an evening lecture or field session. Schedules will be provided at registration.
What are the expectations?
We strongly recommend candidates come in good, physical condition to meet the demands of the course. Candidates will spend approximately three to five hours on the field each day.
Is their pre-course homework?
“A” candidates are required to complete a pre-course assignment and a FIFA Laws exam. “B” candidates are required to complete a FIFA Laws exam prior to arriving.
Can I film sessions?
U.S. Soccer does not allow filming or recording of any classroom or field sessions.
Is gear provided?
Candidates are required to provide their own training gear.
Will a trainer be available during the field sessions?
A trainer will be present at all field sessions to provide ice, tape, water and general coverage.
What if I need to cancel my registration?
Please be advised that the $100 deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable. A late cancellation fee of $450 plus deposit ($100) will be assessed to candidates who cancel less than three (3) weeks from the start of the course, regardless of circumstance. Any cancellations within seven (7) days from the start of the course or candidates who fail to attend, regardless of circumstance, will forfeit their entire course tuition.
How does grading work?
Candidates undergo a challenging series of written, oral and practical examinations on a variety of subjects. Candidates are graded on a scale of 1 (high) to 5 (fail), and must receive passing scores in all test areas in order to become licensed. A single failing score in a theoretical subject qualifies for a retest in that subject. All retests will take place at the conclusion of the course.
When will I receive my results?
Candidates will receive their results within four to six weeks following the conclusion of the course.
Question can be directed to coaches@ussoccer.org
