The NJYS Coaching School is focused on the process of continued learning through State and US Soccer coaching certification. We aim to provide New Jersey coaches the opportunity to gain the certification needed to become effective coaches, and further develop the competencies, attitudes, knowledge, and skills relating to leadership, coaching games, coaching training sessions, leading the team, leading the player, and managing the performance environment. 

NJYS State Certificate

The NJYS State Certificate is a level course, formerly known as the “F” License, that meets the requirements of the New Jersey Little League Law P.L. 1988, Chapter 87 (NJSA C.2A:62A 6) relating to immunity from liability unless willful, wanton, or grossly negligent and is the minimum requirement for an NJYS Travel Coach member pass requirements.

This certificate is generally offered in a hybrid format for a total of six-hours (3 hours virtual in a self-paced course hosted on USYS University, 3 hours in-person). The virtual modules through USYS University (Module 1, Module 2, & the Written Assignment) shall be completed prior to attending the field session.

The course examines safety considerations, emergency planning, injury care and prevention, and significant coaching responsibilities of the coach responsible for players within travel programs. An introduction is provided to foster understanding of player-centered and developmentally appropriate coaching for those engaged within the long-term player development process.

Important: The classroom portion of the courses is conducted on-demand through eTrainU and USYS University. Coach candidates are expected to complete the below online training at any point prior to the field session:

• Module 1
• Module 2
• Written Assignment

To register for the course, please see the instructions below or click here for a “How To” video:

1. Log-In to your NJYS Coach Account.
2. Click “USYS University” from the navigation menu to access USYSU.
3. Click “Training Events” from the USYSU navigation menu.
4. Click on the course date and location you wish to register for.
5. Click “Enroll” to submit payment and access the course. The cost of the course is $55.

NJYS Y Course

Designed as a safety orientation for coaches of youth players participating within in-house settings, the 3 hour Y-Course explores injury prevention, first aid procedures, and general coaching concepts for building safe, fun, inclusive, nurturing, and challenging environments. Course is delivered through a virtual classroom format which can include a combination of online and a virtual learning engagement. The Y Course meets the requirements of the New Jersey Little League Law P.L. 1988, Chapter 87 (NJSA C.2A:62A 6) relating to immunity from liability unless willful, wanton, or grossly negligent; however, it does not meet the minimum requirements for NJYS Travel Coach Members.

The virtual engagement portion of the course is 90 minutes long, while the online assignments take approximately 90 minutes independent of the virtual engagement.

Available Courses

US Soccer Grassroots Licenses

The US Soccer Grassroots Licenses are 4 separate and distinct courses offer to coaches of grassroots players a variety of education entry points based upon ages and corresponding game models specified by the U.S. Soccer Player Development Initiative that include 4v4, 7v7, 9v9, and 11v11. These course offerings can be completed entirely online or in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format.

In order to register for any US Soccer Grassroots Course, you will need to open a free account with the US Soccer Learning Center. After creating an account, you will need to complete the free 20-minute Introduction to Grassroots Coaching before you can register for these courses.

In-Person Courses

Online Courses

US Soccer “D” Course

The US Soccer National D course is specifically designed for coaches working in the Grassroots environment. In addition to the course goals and learning objectives, the course experience is based on the qualities and learning needs of each individual candidate. The profile of the D License Coach is the connection between the content, assignments, and the assessment of the assignments. The profile will safeguard the quality and standards of the D Course. The course is held in a ‘blended learning’ format over 32 hours, through a minimum of 9 weeks. To be eligible, candidates must:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Complete the Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Module
• Complete at least two (2) in-person Grassroots Licenses 
• Complete at least one (1) online Grassroots License

Available Courses

US Soccer “C” License

The US Soccer C license aims to support student coaches in developing competencies essential to lead programs for player and team development   Coaches who register for this course can expect weekly learning opportunities that will feature a mixture of independent learning using online modules, live virtual meetings, and a 4-day in person meeting led by a licensed U.S. Soccer Educator. To be eligible, candidates must:

• Be at least 18 years of age  
• Hold a U.S. Soccer D license for at least six (6) months, and
• Candidates must have access to a team playing 11v11 (U13+) for the duration of the course

There are currently no C License Courses scheduled in New Jersey at this time. We encourage you to check back at a later date.

US Soccer “B” License

The US Soccer B license aims to support student coaches in developing competencies essential to lead programs for player and team development. The B course is organized during a six-month period (January to June and July to December) and will consist of a combination of virtual learning and in-person meetings. The two planned in-person meetings will take place through four-day periods. To be eligible, candidates must:

• Be at least 18 years of age  
• Hold a U.S. Soccer C license for at least one (1) year  
• Have three (3) or more years of coaching experience (any level) 

There are currently no “B” License Courses scheduled in New Jersey at this time. We encourage you to check back at a later date.

Club Technical Leader 1 Course

Club Technical Leader 1 (formerly the US Soccer Director of Coaching License) is a virtual course designed to prepare the student DOC to work as a technical leader of a youth soccer club in a participation environment. This all-virtual format is a combination of two meetings per week, independent learning modules, one-on-one meetings and a final interview with an assigned Director of Coaching Educator. To be eligible, candidates must:

• Hold a US Soccer “B” License.
• Have two (2) or more years of club leadership experience.
• Be currently serving as a Director of Coaching (DOC) for a youth soccer club.

There are currently no Club Technical Leader (1) courses scheduled in New Jersey at this time. We encourage you to check back at a later date.

Lost License Replacement

To recover a lost coaching education license taken through NJ Youth Soccer, please complete the search form below. Upon submission of this search request, the NJYS Coaching Schools department will search for the license in our records. Note: NJYS will no longer accept requests to replace lost license certificates that were obtained prior to January 1, 1998.

In the event the license is found, your NJYS Coaching Profile associated with the request submission will be updated to reflect the license and payment will be collected. In the event the license is not found, NJYS staff will contact you with additional information.  

For assistance, please contact communications@njyouthsoccer.com. Please allow up to 5 business days for processing. 

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