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CMFSC Coaching Certification Information & Schedule for 2012-13 Season

CMFSC Coaching Certification Information

CMFSC continues to provide a program to enable our coaches to become certified under the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP).   CMFSC provides and pays for all CMFSC coaches to complete the courses within the Community Coaching Stream.  We will also reimburse coaches who choose to further their coach education by progressing to the High Performance Coaching Stream.  

Coaching Certification Pathway Explained

BC Soccer Coaching Recommendations and Requirements for the 2012-2014 seasons and beyond:
The Canadian Soccer Association has undergone a transition to the New CSA/NCCP Coaching programs which has replaced the old Community Coaching levels (Childrens, Youth, and Senior) and was launched on January 1, 2012.  For a period of two(2) years both old and new soccer coach training will be recognized.  After January 1^st, 2014 the old Community Coaching levels (CCC, CCY, and CCS) will not be recognized.  The following information charts out the transition for coaches as it pertains to the recommendations and requirements of various programming, league and competition standards.

http://www.bcsoccer.net/SOCCER/CoachingDevelopment/CoachingRequirementsinBC.aspx

Unless determined by the Head Coach/Technical Director, Coquitlam Metro-Ford Soccer Club  coaches are required to be fully certified at the following levels to be selected as the head coach for a team: 

 

The difference between Trained versus Certified: http://www.bcsoccer.net/SOCCER/CoachingDevelopment/CertificationCheckTrainedversusCertified.aspx

 

NEW COMMUNITY SPORT STREAM (Long Term Player Development)

NEW COMMUNITY SPORT STREAM INDIVIDUAL COURSE INFORMATION

ACTIVE START (Stage 1 ‘First Kicks’ U4-U6) 

At this stage, players should participate in stimulating practices and games that develop basic technical skills in a FUN atmosphere. The emphasis should be movement exercises and games that promote a feel for the ball while teaching basic principles of play within a fun but structured setting. Informal games can be set up at the end of practices or as part of a jamboree mixing exercising and games. Play equal time and try all team positions, including goalkeeper, and equal time should be allotted to practices and games.

Pre-requisite: N/A
Course Length: 3.5 hours
Course Fee: FREE
Schedule of Courses and Registration: coming soon

Visit Coach Centre management system to access the coaching registration database to view courses and register.  Please note that if you are a first time user, you will need to create a login and password.

Please note, CMFSC currently has no courses scheduled for this course.
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FUNDAMENTALS (Stage 2 ‘Fun with the Ball’ U7-U9)

At this stage, players should participate in stimulating practices and games that develop basic technical skills in a FUN atmosphere. The emphasis should be movement exercises and games that promote a feel for the ball while teaching basic principles of play within a fun but structured setting. Mini game formats are used, ranging from 3v3 to 5v5 and a basic league schedule can be created but no standings should be kept. All players should play equal time and try all team positions, including goalkeeper, and equal time should be allotted to practices and games.

CMFSC & PoCo Euro-Rite FC Hosted Fundamentals Course #1
Dates	Time	Location
Wednesday, July 17th	6:00pm – 10:00pm	Coquitlam, Town Center
Thursday, July 18th	6:00pm – 10:00pm	Coquitlam, Town Center
CMFSC & PoCo Euro-Rite FC Hosted Fundamentals Course #2
Dates	Time	Location
Wednesday, August 21st	6:00pm – 10:00pm	PoCo, Gates Park
Thursday, August 22nd	6:00pm – 10:00pm	PoCo, Gates Park

 

Pre-requisite: N/A
Course Length: 7.5 hours
Course Fee: $80
Course Registration Code July Course: CMF102
Course Registration Code August Course : CMF103
Registration: Coming Soon

Visit Coach Centre management system to access the coaching registration database to view courses and register.  Please note that if you are a first time user, you will need to create a login and password.

*Please wear suitable clothing to participate in on-field activity.*
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LEARNING TO TRAIN (Stage 3 ‘The Golden Age of Learning’ U9-U12)

This stage introduces players to disciplined training and begins to develop their understanding of principles of play alongside their skills practice. Repetitions are important to develop technical proficiency, but creating a fun and challenging environment is still paramount to stimulate learning and promote a love of the game. Game formats can range from 6v6 to 8v8 as players advance through this stage, and again a simple league schedule can be created, but no standings should be kept – the emphasis is still FUN. All players play equal time and try all team positions, including goalkeeping, and the training to competition ratio should be 2 to 3 training sessions for every game.

CMFSC & PoCo Euro-Rite FC Hosted Learning to Train Course
Dates	Time	Location
Monday, August 19th	5:00pm – 10:00pm	PoCo, Gates Park
Tuesday, August 20th	5:00pm – 10:00pm	PoCo, Gates Park
Monday, August 26th	6:00pm – 10:00pm	PoCo, Gates Park

 

Pre-requisite: N/A
Course Length: 14 hours
Course Fee: $145
Course Registration Code: CMF104
Registration: Coming Soon

Visit Coach Centre management system to access the coaching registration database to view courses and register.  Please note that if you are a first time user, you will need to create a login and password.

*Please wear suitable clothing to participate in on-field activity.*
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SOCCER FOR LIFE (Stage 7 ‘Soccer for Health & Grassroots Growth’ U13 - U18+)

At this stage, skill training demands and training loads are increased to develop and refine skills and tactics. Tactical awareness becomes an increasingly important facet of training, alongside mental toughness, concentration, and diligence. Elite soccer groups may express interest in recruiting talented young players, but coaches and parents should be careful to recognize and protect the long-term interests of each athlete. Game formats develop from 8v8 to 11v11 (although no 11v11 prior to 13 years of age) as players grow through this stage, and the season moves toward year-round play that includes appropriate rest and recovery periods.

 

CMFSC & PoCo Euro-Rite FC Hosted Soccer for Life Course
Dates	Time	Location
Tuesday, June 25th	5:00pm – 10:00pm	Coquitlam, Centennial Oval
Wednesday, Jun 26th	5:00pm – 10:00pm	Coquitlam, Centennial Oval
Thursday, June 27th	6:00pm – 10:00pm	Coquitlam, Centennial Oval

 

Pre-requisite: N/A
Course Length: 14 hours
Course Fee: $145
Course Registration Code:CMF105
Registration: coming soon

Visit Coach Centre management system to access the coaching registration database to view courses and register.  Please note that if you are a first time user, you will need to create a login and password.

*Please wear suitable clothing to participate in on-field activity.*
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GOALKEEPING DIPLOMA

This course introduces team coaches to the art of goalkeeping. The contents of this course are designed to give team coaches some basic knowledge about the techniques and skills involved in being an effective goalkeeper and most importantly, giving the coaches enough information and direction to be able to effectively introduce goalkeeping into their weekly team training sessions. Previous goalkeeping experience is not required. This is not a NCCP certification course.

Pre-requisite: N/A
Course Length: 7.5 hours
Course Fee: $80
Schedule of Courses and Registration: coming soon
Please note, CMFSC currently has no courses scheduled for this course.
*Please wear suitable clothing to participate in on-field activity.*
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HIGH PERFORMANCE STREAM (Long Term Player Development Stages 4, 5 and 6)

B PRE-TEST

The B Pre-Test is a non-certification course that is a mandatory pre-requisite for any coaches wishing to pursue the Canadian Soccer Association’s B License Program.  The main purpose of this course is to give coaches the proper methodology needed to detect and correct errors in technical development and small-sided game situations.  This course does involve some theory components, but is heavily geared towards the ability of the coach to plan and run effective sessions based on pre-selected technical and tactical coaching topics.  Successful participants will be eligible to move forward in pursuing B Provincial License certification.

B PROVINCIAL

The B Provincial License (B License - Part 1) focuses on working with high performance youth soccer players U13 and older. This course involves both theory and practical coaching work. The theory components include: stages of development, methodology of training, session planning and the laws of the game (11-a-side). The practical components are heavily geared towards the ability of the coach to plan and implement effective training sessions based on a variety of pre-selected technical and tactical coaching topics. Each participant will undergo two (2) practical coaching assessments.  Successful participants will be eligible to apply for completion of Part 2 of the B License Program.

B LICENSE RE-ASSESSMENT

BC Soccer Association's Coaching Development Department is pleased to provide Re-Assessment opportunities for any coach who was unsuccessful in reaching the required standard at a B Pre-Test or B Provincial Level Course only.

All coaches who were unsuccessful in their practical assessments are required to re-take the respective course but will only be charged for the re-assessment course fee (see below).  When registering, coaches must indicate their re-assessment status to receive the reduced course fee.

B NATIONAL

The B National License (B License - Part 2) focuses on working with high performance youth athletes and older ages.  This course involves both theory and practical coaching work.  Each participant will undergo two (2) practical coaching assessments.  Successful participants will receive a Canadian Soccer Association B License. 

Result of B Provincial Practical Assessment .

2012 Course has been confirmed by the CSA - April 9-15, 2012.

A LICENSE

The CSA 'A' License Program is divided into two annual periods of ten days. Both parts will be conducted as residential courses, approximately twelve months apart, at the National Training Centre in Toronto . Each candidate will be required to complete a limited number of assignments between parts 1 and 2. Both Part 1 and Part 2 will include practical and theoretical aspects of study with the Final Practical assessments being held during Part 2 of the course.