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Coaching Requirements & Education

Coaching Requirements & Education

Twin County Soccer Association (TCSA) believes youth players deserve licensed, knowledgeable, and player-centered coaches. Meeting minimum coaching education and training standards ensures a positive and safe environment for player development, improving the overall experience at every level of the club.

Requirements for All Coaches

All TCSA coaches, including Travel, Micro, and Volunteer Recreation Team coaches, must meet the following requirements:

  • NJYS Background Check: Completed through the NJYS registration provider every two years. This includes screening of federal, state, and local databases, as well as the SafeSport Disqualification and Discipline & Risk Management lists.
  • Concussion Education: Satisfied by completing the CDC Heads Up! course or the NFHS Head Injury Awareness course.
  • SafeSport Training: Required annually, with a certificate dated after January 1st of the current seasonal year (e.g., Jan. 1, 2024 for the 2024-2025 season).

Travel Team and Micro Program Coaches

In addition to the above requirements, Travel coaches must meet the following coaching education standards based on the age group and game model they are coaching:

Age Group Game Model Minimum Coaching Education
U15+ 11v11 US Soccer National “D” License*
U13 11v11 US Soccer Grassroots License In-Person (11v11)
U11-U12 9v9 NJYS State Certificate or US Soccer Grassroots License In-Person (9v9)
U9-U10 7v7 NJYS State Certificate or US Soccer Grassroots License In-Person (7v7)
U6-U8 4v4 NJYS State Certificate or US Soccer Grassroots License In-Person (4v4)

*To be eligible for the National “D” License, coaches must complete two grassroots in-person courses (including the 11v11 course) and one online grassroots course.

Click here to register as a Travel Coach. 

Volunteer Recreation Team Coaches

Volunteer coaches are the backbone of our Recreation Team Program. We welcome parents and community members who are passionate about supporting youth soccer. Volunteer coaches must meet the following requirements:

  • NJYS Background Check: Completed every two years.
  • Concussion Education: CDC Heads Up! or NFHS Head Injury Awareness course.
  • SafeSport Training: Completed annually.

Recreation coaches are not required to meet formal coaching education standards, but we strongly encourage participation in the NJYS State Certificate or US Soccer Grassroots courses to enhance their coaching knowledge and skills.

If you’re interested in volunteering as a Recreation Team coach, please indicate your interest during your child’s registration.

Click here to register as a Recreational Coach.

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Twin County Soccer Association

41 Drum Point Road 
Brick, New Jersey 08723

Email Us: [email protected]
Phone : 732-732-0660
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