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Coaching Education Program "D" License Information

D License Information
Duration The "D" License Course is a 36 hour course. Attendance is mandatory to pass course.
Schedule To view a sample schedule, click here.
Examination There is a written examination on tactics and methods. There is also a graded take home exam on laws, team management, and care and prevention. There is also a practical examination. Candidates must pass written and practical examinations.   
Applicants The minimum number of candidates is 12. The maximum number of candidates is determined by the size of the facility. The number of candidates is set one week before the course begins according to the number of instructors required. Candidates must be 16 years of age.
Fees - $130 Payment for the course should accompany the course paperwork for the amount due for the course made payable to Nebraska Soccer.
Registration Each candidate must complete an on-line registration form, which is available once the course is scheduled and location confirmed.
General Applicants should bring a soccer ball, training suit, sweat suit, or any form of action clothing- gym shoes, soccer cleats, water, and writing materials. Course manuals will be provided at the course orientation.
Prerequisite USSF "E" License or waiver. A waiver is not the same as earning the "E" Certificate, but it allows the candidate to proceed to the "D" without taking the "E". To apply for a waiver, click Waiver. It is the policy of Nebraska State Soccer that we do not recognize any "E" Certificate earned at an unapproved event.

D License Upgrade or Audit Information
Duration Retest or Upgrade Candidates must attend approximately 18 hours of the classroom and field sessions and should contact the Director of Coaching to determine which ones they must attend once a course has been scheduled.
Examination Retest or Upgrade Candidates are required to take all written and practical tests outlined above.   
Applicants There is no minimum or maximum number of Retest or Upgrade Candidates.  
Fees - $35 Payment for the course should accompany the course paperwork for the amount due made payable to Nebraska Soccer.
Registration Candidates wishing to upgrade or audit. Candidates must register for full course and contact Matt Howe for reduced rate.

For more information or to schedule a course, contact Matt Howe , Director of Coaching.
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