Eurotech® Coaching Education System
The Eurotech® Camp Coaching Modules are a training program created for soccer coaches aspiring to enhance their understanding of young players and to enhance their coaching techniques in an instructional camp environment. Practical sessions and theory workshops will lead the attendees to discover the unique psychological and physiological characteristics of children aged 4-16 years and enable them to apply the knowledge through experiential learning on the field and in focus groups in the classroom.
The Eurotech® Camp Coaching Modules combine conceptual teaching and practical application. All coaches participate in age appropriate practical field sessions; Micro Soccer (4-6 year olds), Performance Soccer 1 (7-9 year olds), Performance Soccer 2 (9-12 year olds), Performance Soccer 3 (13-18 year olds) and Team Training (10-18 year olds) as well as coaching theory workshops. The candidates are required to complete written coaching plans accessing their knowledge and understanding of organizing a training session.
The education and training of staff is fundamental to the continued success of Eurotech®. All Eurotech® coaches are trained in the unique coaching and educational philosophies that have been developed from years of research and development by Eurotech® Founder and National Director, Jim Risher.
Prior to starting the summer coaching program in the U.S., all coaches receive over 40 hours of intensive training that includes:
Eurotech® Camp Management Diploma (3-Day Course)
The Eurotech® Camp Management Diploma is another exclusive part of the Eurotech® Coaching Education System and is mandatory for all staff to attend. It is held in conjunction with the annual Eurotech International Staff Symposium and has been an integral part of the company’s success over the years. Staff development is Eurotech’s number one priority and this comprehensive management course will cover topics like camp administration, camp management principles, camp etiquette & public relations, camp operations, camp guidelines & policies and risk management in a soccer camp setting. This 3-day course is mainly classroom oriented and will include the exclusive Eurotech® Camp Management Manual.
Eurotech® National Camp Coaching License (6-Week Course - 200 Teaching Hours)
The Eurotech® National Camp Coaching License is already a highly recognized teaching credential specific to the soccer camp industry and Eurotech® has created the standards by which other camps are held in this five week licensing program. Slowly being recognized by US based coaching organizations like the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA®) and many other international coaching associations, the introduction and outline to the NCC License and certification will be introduced at the annual Eurotech® International Staff Syposium in July and is presented after successful completion of the globally reknown 6-week Eurotech® Soccer Exchange Program. This prestigious coaching credential was created by Eurotech National Director and Founder, Jim Risher and his team of international director’s over the course of 18 years experience in the soccer education industry. The NCC License is the first and only camp coaching teaching credential offered in the world and is a Eurotech® exclusive!
The NCC License is a 200-hour course comprised of both classroom and practical field sessions over teh course of six weeks and will be conducted by Eurotech® National Coaching Staff. Successful completion of the course includes official license status and the Eurotech® National Camp Coaching Manual is included.
The NSCAA® is the largest and oldest soccer coaching organization in the United States and Canada with over 20,000 members. To learn more about the NSCAA®, CLICK HERE
Coaching Resource Materials
All Eurotech® staff will also receive various coaching resource materials as part of the overall Eurotech® coaches training scheme. Coaching materials include the Eurotech® Coaching Manual, Eurotech® Camp Management Manual and various coaching handouts throughout the week.
American Red Cross® Sport Safety Training
The American Red Cross® and the United States Olympic Committee have joined forces with Eurotech® to provide an exciting Sport Safety training course to provide all Eurotech® coaches with the basic first aid skills and knowledge needed to care for athletic injuries in a camp environment. This 7-8 hour course will feature classroom and video instruction and includes a reference book and workbook to be used during the coursework. Topics will include sports-related injury prevention, first aid care, adult CPR and child CPR. All Eurotech® coaches will need to pass a written exam and also a practical CPR exam during the Eurotech® International Staff Symposium
Coach Mentorship Program
The popular Eurotech® Coach Mentorship Program is another step in the staff development process that involves partnering first year staff with older, returning or more experienced staff during camp weeks and/or training. All camp programs are assigned an experienced Eurotech® Director who oversees coaches, runs the camp, and communicates with the Eurotech® Corporate Office and the local volunteer Eurotech® Camp Coordinator. This encourages growth, learning and future Eurotech® leaders while encouraging cultural awareness among Eurotech® coaching staff.
International Coaches Forum
The Eurotech® International Coaches Forum enables Eurotech® staff to observe practical field sessions conducted by select Eurotech® Associate Directors and international guest coaches from all over the world. This popular forum encourages staff to share the philosophies and training sessions of professional youth clubs and academy programs.
Networking Opportunities
Eurotech® is a society of professional soccer coaches from all over the world. Networking among staff is encouraged and supported by Eurotech®. Although never guaranteed, many Eurotech® coaches have gained part or full-time employment with Eurotech® or at soccer clubs, colleges and various sports organizations throughout North America through involvement with Eurotech® programs.
Eurotech® Soccer Coaching Externship Program
The Soccer Coaching Externship Program is another exclusive program founded by Eurotech® created for those international coaches who are currently enrolled in a Physical Education, Sports Science, Sports Coaching or other sports related university program. The emphasis of study must be on soccer coaching specifically and candidates must have a strong coaching and playing background in combination with an excellent academic record. Eurotech® will work closely with your academic advisors to ensure that you receive academic credit towards your degree program while you are enrolled in our 6-week Soccer Cultural Exchange Program. Call Eurotech® for further details.
