The U.S. Soccer National B Course hosted by Nevada Youth Soccer is

an online and in-person course. This blended format combines an online experience,

assignments, small group meetings, independent learning, and an in-person meeting.

Eligibility Requirements:

In order to be considered for the U.S. Soccer B Course, all applicants must meet ALL of the

following prerequisites:

• At least 18 years of age

• Have held a U.S. Soccer C License for at least 12 months or meet the waiver

requirements

• Have 3 or more years of coaching experience (any level)

• Currently coaching a team training at least three (3) times a week

• Currently working in appropriate soccer environment for the course content -OR- have

the opportunity to work with a team of the appropriate level for the course content in order

to complete the assignments (internship, etc.)

Course Experience

120+ 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 two (2) 4-day in-person meetings led by licensed U.S. Soccer Educators. 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. 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:

Six (6) Months (Including summative assessment) with eight (8) in-person days across

two (2) separate in-person meetings.

Course Assessment:

Formative Assessment (course assignments during the course) in

• Leadership and Managing the Performance Environment

• Leading the player within the team

• Coaching Games

• Coaching Training Sessions

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

• Coaching Games

o Team performance analysis report

• Coaching Training Sessions

o Designing three (3) training session plans (within one week)

o Coaching one (1) training session (video)

Course Outcome

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

Soccer B Diploma

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 performance environment for the

duration of the course

Course Structure:

Schedule

The final virtual meetings date times will be announced at least two (2) weeks prior to

the course start. Coaches will be required to allot an average of two-three hours each

week for virtual course meetings.

Course Timeline

July 9 – December 13, 2024

Week 1 Introduction All-Course Meeting

Intro Week Webinar Date: July 9

Intro Week Webinar Time: TBD *Time determined by member/staff

Intro Week Webinar Link: Will be shared in course calendar and communication

In-person dates

Meeting 1:

U.S. Soccer Federation

B Course Learning Center Details/Help Guide

Date: September 9-12, 2024

Time:

Day 1: start at 2pm

Day 2: full day

Day 3: full day

Day 4: finish at 12pm

Location: Kellogg-Zaher Sports Complex

7701 W Washington Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89128

Meeting 2:

Date: November 4-7, 2024

Time:

Day 1: start at 2pm

Day 2: full day

Day 3: full day

Day 4: finish at 12pm

Location: Kellogg-Zaher Sports Complex

7701 W Washington Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89128

Course fee:

$2500