The A-Youth Course focuses on the development of elite youth players as a part of the pathway to becoming a professional player.

Eligibility

To be considered for the U.S. Soccer A-Youth course, all applicants must meet the following pre-requisites:

• At least 18 years of age
• Have held a U.S. Soccer B license for at least 6 months
• Have 4 or more years of coaching experience (any level)
• Currently coaching
• Currently working in appropriate soccer environment for the course content
• -OR- can work with a team of the appropriate level for the course content to complete the assignments (internship, etc.)

The A-Youth Course requires a comprehensive application from all interested candidates. The application must be submitted through the Digital Learning Center.

Environment

For the U.S. Soccer A-Youth course, candidates will be expected to complete their assignments while working with a team of elite youth players in a high-performance environment.

Course Structure

The A-Youth course consists of four course meetings separated by three development periods. The total course duration is approximately 5-6 months. The final assessment will be conducted in each candidate’s home environment.

• Course Meeting 1: Five days onsite with full group
• Development Period 1: 6-8 weeks in home environment with assignments and mentoring
• Course Meeting 2: Five days onsite with full group
• Development Period 2: 6-8 weeks in home environment with assignments and mentoring
• Course Meeting 3: Five days onsite with the full group
• Development Period 3: 6-8 weeks in home environment with assignments and mentoring
• Assessment Meeting: Individual assessment in candidate’s home environment

Price: $4,000

Waiver Guidelines

Applicants who hold certain foreign licenses may be considered eligible without holding the U.S. Soccer B License.

Minimum pre-requisites:

• UEFA Pro or UEFA 'A' (or similar)