Overview: The Goalplayer Coach Diploma course is produced by Ontario Soccer. The course combines theoretical & practical components of how to effectively coach goalkeepers. Furthermore, it is a prerequisite for Canada Soccer’s Goalkeeper Diploma. Coaches intending to apply for next year’s course must be certified by the application cycle.
Learning Outcomes: The workshop’s modules target the following subject matter:
- The Evolution of the role of the Goalkeeper
- Fundamental Skills & Competencies of the Goalplayer
- Analyzing the Match: A Proactive & Reactive Approach
- Training the Goalplayer: An Integrated Methodology
Pre-Requisites: All coaches will be vetted against the following requirements.
- Learn to Train or Soccer for Life (Trained)
- Ontario Soccer Grassroots Diploma (Recommended)
- 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
Please note: The Course’s technical pre-requisites for future editions will be increased to the Ontario Soccer Grassroots Diploma OR Concacaf C Diploma.
Course Fee: $800
Licence Validity: Upon successful completion of the Ontario Soccer Goalplayer Coach Diploma the coach will receive a coaching licence valid for five (5) years. The licence may be maintained by following the Ontario Soccer Maintenance and Renewal Process.
Dates:
Synchronous Virtual Meetings:
- March 8, 2027; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
- March 24, 2027; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
- April 5, 2027; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
- April 19, 2027; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
- May 3, 2027; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
On-Field:
- May 15, 2027; 9:00 - 5:00 pm
- May 16, 2027; 9:00 - 5:00 pm
Location: Zanchin Automotive Soccer Centre
Learning Environment:
- Asynchronous Independent Learning
- Synchronous Collaborative Virtual Learning
- 2-day, in-person (on-field)
- Assessment of Competency
Assessment of Competency: Will require completion of a coaching portfolio and video assessment.
Maximum number of Candidates: 24
Please note: 100% attendance and engagement are required for the duration of the course. Coaches must be in a workspace that allows them to actively participate in the course online with their cameras on. Failure to adhere to this requirement could result in removal from the course.