Coach Certification: Be advised that any coach from any Region may attend any class that is held by any Region, Area or Section. Some classes may require a fee that is reimbursable by their home Region. In order to develop our players, we must develop our coaches.

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AYSO Safe Haven
This class may be taken online on your region's AYSOU portal . Completion of the AYSO Safe Haven training is REQUIRED for all coaches, all ages, all levels of play.
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CDC Concussion Training
This class is only available online here. Completion of the CDC Concussion training is REQUIRED for all coaches, all ages, all levels of play.

AYSO has been promoting Concussion Awareness training in conjunction with the Center for Disease Control Head’s Up program since 2009. In an effort to increase awareness about the potential risks associated with concussions, we are asking that all coaches of all ages to complete the online training. The CDC Concussion training is REQUIRED for all coaches, all ages, all levels of play. Please note that this training is not restricted to coaches and we encourage all parents to complete the training and become more educated about these risks.

AYSO/USSF Coach Cross-Certification
A coach cross-certification policy has been created for all coaches who hold a valid coaching license issued by US Soccer and AYSO will explore options regarding other soccer organizations.  AYSO has reviewed the entire US Soccer coaching program curriculum and has established a procedure for coach training equivalency. 
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Goalkeeper Training:
The Section has a number of programs specific to enhancing the abilities of Goalkeepers. This type of specialized training is unique in our sport.

– Section GK Training News

– Pre-Match Warmup Videos