Cal South – US Soccer “C” Course – Walnut, CA – Nov 2, 2026 – March 15, 2027

The U.S. Soccer National C License hosted by Cal South is an online and in-person course. The U.S. Soccer C Course is focused on players U12-U16. The blended format combines an online experience, assignments, small group meetings, independent learning, and an in-person meeting.

Eligibility Requirements:

To register 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 6 months OR meet the waiver guidelines (https://ussf.my.site.com/lcsupport/s/article/Waiver-Process-FAQs)
• Must have access to a team (U13+) in a participation environment for the duration of the course

Course Experience

80+ hours (virtual + in-person meetings)

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. Coaches will be asked to participate in discussions so each person should have access to the internet and a laptop/device with web-camera/live video capabilities. The virtual meetings will take place on agreed-upon days and times (see below). Coaches may be asked to participate in the in-person field component as either coaches or players, so please come prepared to actively learn.

Course Duration:

Four (4) Months (Including summative assessment) with Four (4) in-person days

Course Assessment:

Formative Assessment (course assignments during the course) in

• Leadership and Managing the Performance Environment
• Leading the player within the team
• Team performance observation-analysis
• Coaching Games
• Coaching Training Sessions

Summative Assessment (Final projects at the end of the course) in ·

• Coaching Games
  • Team performance analysis report
• Coaching Training Sessions
  • Designing two (2) training session plans (within one week)
  • Coaching one (1) training session (video)

Course Outcome

On successful completion of course assessment, student coaches will receive the U.S. Soccer C License

Course Policies

• Coaches that register for this course are expected to attend all course meetings and complete all assignments by due dates to be eligible to receive the license
• Coaches must have access to a team (U13+) in a participation environment for the duration of the course