U.S. Soccer National C License

The U.S. Soccer National C License hosted by US Club Soccer and Mid-Atlantic Premier League/Next Level Soccer Academy Surf 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.

Please make sure you can attend the weekly meeting below before registering: Sunday’s @ 8:00 PM EST

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
  • 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.

Waiver Process

Coaches seeking a waiver should review the FAQs listed here: https://ussf.my.site.com/lcsupport/s/article/Waiver-Process-FAQs

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

Course Structure:

Pre-course Meeting

Must be registered to attend. Meeting held one (1) week prior to official start of course

  • Pre-course Webinar Date: TBD
  • Pre-course Webinar Time: TBD
  • Pre-course Webinar Link: Will be shared in course calendar and communication

Schedule

The final meeting dates and times will be announced at least two (2) weeks prior to the course start. Coaches will be required to allot an average of two hours each week for virtual course meetings.

Please make sure you can attend the weekly meeting below before registering: Sunday’s @ 8:00 PM EST

Dates:

  • November 1st – February 20th, 2027
  • Week 1 Introduction All-Course Meeting
  • Intro Week Webinar Date: Sunday, November 1
  • Intro Week Webinar Time: 8:00 PM EST
  • Intro Week Webinar Link: Will be shared in course calendar and communication

In-Person Dates:

  • Date: Thursday, December 17 – Sunday, December 20, 2026
  • Time: Student Coaches can expect a schedule close to this below. Coach Educators will send out final schedule in the Learning Center.
  • Thursday, December 17- 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST
  • Friday, December 18- 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM EST
  • Saturday, December 19- 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM EST
  • Sunday, December 20- 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

Field Location:

  • Twin Pines Turf Field 250 Lawrenceville – Pennington Rd, Pennington, NJ 08534

Classroom Location

  • NLSA Surf Central 108 W. Franklin Ave. Suite I-17 Pennington, NJ 08534

Course Closing (virtual)

  • Date: Saturday, February 20th
  • Link: Will be shared in the course calendar and communication.

Course Fee: $1,895

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

A non-refundable fee of $100 is collected as part of your registration for this course. Refund requests (minus the $100 non-refundable fee) must be submitted in writing using this form at least three (3) weeks before the course begins. No refunds are given after this deadline or once the course has started. Please allow 7-10 business days for your request to be processed and posted to your account.

By registering for this course, you acknowledge that you understand and agree to the course policies regarding course assignments, attendance, registration fees, and refunds.