Course Objectives

The course focuses on defining the Technical Director’s role, providing the necessary tools and enhancing the skillsets required to meet the ever-evolving demands of the position.

The course modules will consist of the following topics:

• Business skills, management & leadership styles
• Strategic, operational, technical & communications planning
• Human resource development
• Holistic program development & delivery
• Canada Soccer & Ontario Soccer’s programs; including the Talented Pathway
• Player, Coach & Match Officials development
• And much more…

pre-requisites

Prior to registering for the Technical Director Diploma course, you must complete the following:

• Canada Soccer C Licence (Certified)
• NCCP Make Ethical Decision (MED) Workshop
• NCCP Make Ethical Decision (MED) Online Evaluation
• Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders (Soccer)
• NCCP Making Head Way in Sport
• NCCP Emergency Action Plan
• NCCP Understanding the Rule of Two

What is the cost?

$1650

Course duration

The course is delivered over the course of the year, through a mix of online and in-person modules scheduled at different points.

Online Sessions:

• Bi-weekly on Thursday's starting April 2026 until end of November 2026

In-Person Events:

• Sunday, May 3 to Friday, May 8
• Monday, June 22 to Thursday, June 25
• Monday, October 19 to Friday, October 23
• Monday, November 30 to Tuesday, December 1

Please note: 100% attendance and engagement is required for the duration of the course. When online, candidates must be in a workspace that allows them to actively participate in the course with their cameras on. 

Candidates will be required to complete pre-course tasks and post-course assignments, to receive their diploma.

Application and Registration

Application window is open until Thursday, January 8, 2026
Successful coaches will be notified by Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Confirmation of placement through payment by Tuesday, February 3, 2026

To submit an application please use the following Jotform.

Individuals are required to apply for the course with an up-to-date CV, copy of their NCCP transcript, a Letter of Intent, a letter of Recommendation from the club and two references. Successful applicants will be invited to register and finalize payment.