What do you learn?

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…

What are the 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 + Online Evaluation
• Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders (Soccer)
• NCCP Making Head Way in Sport (Soccer)
• NCCP Emergency Action Plan
• NCCP Understanding the Rule of Two

What is the cost?

$1500

*Residency option available for those traveling from distance for the in-person modules (for additional cost)

How long is the course?

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

In-person dates (Ontario Soccer Centre - 7601 Martin Grove Road - Vaughan, Ontario):

• March 4 to 7, 2024
• May 14 to 16, 2024
• September 16 to 19, 2024
• November 12 to 13, 2024

Virtual dates:

Bi-weekly Thursday’s (February to November)

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.

Certification:
Coaches will receive their Technical Director Diploma if they have successfully completed their post-course work and had 100% attendance on the course.

Application and Registration

Registration for 2024 is closed. Please check back in December 2024 for the 2025 course.

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.

Please note: Individuals are required to make a payment for the course within 24 hours otherwise the system will remove the candidate from the class list.