B Diploma

Overview

The B Diploma is designed to develop a coach’s capacity to train youth and senior amateur players in a development environment. It is targeted at coaches working in Youth Standards-Based Leagues, College/University programs, or Youth Academies.

Course Syllabus: DOWNLOAD HERE

 Priority Acceptance: Preference is given to applicants actively coaching in the environments listed above.

Course at a Glance

Prerequisites

To apply, you must meet all the following criteria:

• Licence: Valid Canadian C Licence (held for 12+ months) or approved International Equivalent.
• Role: Currently coaching a youth or senior team.
• Clearance: Valid Criminal Record Check.

Admissions Timeline

• Apply (Jan 1 – Mar 31): Applications close strictly at the end of the business day on March 31.
• Review (April – May): All applicants are screened during this period.
• Notification (By May 31): Acceptance or rejection notices are sent.
• Acceptance: Selected candidates have 30 days to accept their spot and pay the fee in full.

Course Details

Format & Attendance

• In-Person: Two workshops (3.5 days each) comprising classroom and field work.
• Online: A mix of self-paced (asynchronous) and collaborative (synchronous) learning.
• Attendance Policy: Coaches must attend 100% of all sessions to be licenced.

Fees ($3,150)

• Includes: Mentor support, content access, facility rentals, digital tools, and Canada Soccer branded Nike equipment (excluding footwear).
• Excludes: Travel, accommodations, meals, and costs associated with filming practical sessions.

2026/27 Workshop Schedule

British Columbia – Surrey United

Ontario #1 – Ontario Soccer Centre

Ontario #2 – Ontario Soccer Centre

Quebec – Centre Sportif Bois-de-Boulogne

The application window for the 2026/27 Advanced Coach Education Program is open until March 31, 2026. To apply for a Canada Soccer Advanced Coach Education Workshop, click here.