WAIVER POLICY:
A candidate who wishes to attend higher-level training may attempt to do so through the Wyoming Youth Soccer (WYS) waiver process. The waiver process allows a coach with extensive experience in both coaching and playing soccer to attend a higher-level course without having to obtain lower level certifications.
The main consideration for a waiver is the candidate’s ability to provide verification of experience and practical knowledge of the coaching methodology taught at the level for which the waiver is requested.
CRITERIA:
The requirement of a certificate or license may be waived if the applicant can meet one or more of the following criteria:
Proof of out-of-state E certificate or state D license or equivalent foreign license/diploma; NSCAA regional diploma (must provide copy of diploma);
Playing Experience: Four years with a collegiate varsity program; two years professional or two years with the U.S. National teams (applicant must submit proof such as copies of contract); top level club and/or adult amateur;
Coaching Experience: two or more years coaching at collegiate level or four years or more at high school level.
If the applicant feels they are qualified in any of the following categories, the applicant may petition Wyoming Youth Soccer, in writing, to be considered for a waiver. Please send a cover letter that states why you are seeking an exemption from the E certificate or state D license, along with a three-part soccer resume that covers 1) coaching experience, 2) playing experience, and 3) any courses, certificates, training or symposiums that you believe is relevant.
The WYS technical director will review the application and the candidate will be notified, by email, of the final decision.
A WAIVER IS NOT the granting of the certificate or license; it merely allows the candidate to begin the coaching education process at a higher level. In some circumstances actually attending the training and receiving the certificate or license may still be required.
A waiver will not be reviewed until payment and all supporting documentation has been received.
After 30 days the application will be discarded and the fee forfeit.