Candidates that register for this course are expected to attend all course meetings to be eligible to receive the license. 

Eligibility Requirements

In order to be considered for the U.S. Soccer C course, all candidates must meet the following prerequisites: 

• At least 18 years of age
• Have held a U.S. Soccer D license for at least 12 months OR meet the waiver guidelines
• Currently coaching

Waiver Guidelines

Applicants who hold certain foreign licenses or have a minimum amount of professional playing experience may be considered eligible without holding the U.S. Soccer D License.

Minimum pre-requisites:

• Certain foreign licenses (subject to review by U.S. Soccer) -OR-
• Applicant has two-(2) years playing experience with a Senior National Team and/or two-(2) years playing experience on a FIFA recognized “1st Division” outdoor professional team.

This information must be reflected on the coach’s LC profile. Official proof of playing and coaching experience must be provided via letter head from the affiliated clubs, leagues, or organization from the affiliated clubs, leagues, or organizations.

Interested candidates who wish to apply based on a waiver must contact Rick Meana at [email protected] 

Course Structure:
This is a 20 week course comprised of virtual classroom meetings, online learning experiences and in person field sessions. 19 weeks of virtual classroom meetings. Averaging 3 hours per week of candidate engagement in large group, small groups, instructor groups and individual meetings with an assigned instructor.  The in person session consists of (2) 4 day weeks, 2 full days and 2 half days of small group activities and individual field work.  

Cost:  $1900.00  (approximately) Fee does not include hotel and meals