Why Choose the Youth Soccer Player Development Specialist Certification?

🌍 Nationally/internationally accredited

🕒 100% online, self-paced

📜 Industry-recognized credential upon completion

💡 Master advanced fitness programming and periodization for soccer

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Join thousands who have benefited from GMP Fitness’s expertly crafted courses and earned certifications through engaging, in-depth material.

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What You’ll Learn from the Youth Soccer Player Development Specialist Course

• Development strategies tailored to youth athletes
• Step-by-step approach to skill advancement
• Player growth, teamwork, and mentorship skills
• Practical knowledge for coaches, trainers, and parents

🧭 Course Features & Benefits—Your Path to Soccer Player Development Mastery

• In-depth development curriculum
• Engaging learning modules
• Knowledge checks and assessments
• Official Player Development Specialist Certification
• Optional digital badge for your professional profile

Course Details & Time Commitment

• Level 1 Pro Certification
• 15+ hours of self-paced study (can be completed in 1 week at 2–4 hours/day)
• College students: 2-month completion window (see FAQs for extensions)
• 24/7 course access
• Student phone/email support
• Downloadable course book, study workbook, notes guide, soccer resources, sample practice plans
• Online lesson plan steps, final exam, and instant grading
• Certificate of Completion

Bonuses & Achievement Recognition

• Over $500 in free bonuses
• Lifetime Certification – No renewal fees
• Professional Certification Credential Designation
• Professional Certification CEU/CEC Certificate
• Exam and exam retakes included
• Optional GCAQ Achievement Recognition Package
• GMP Fitness Loyalty Discount Program access upon completion

🎖️ Optional Accredited Certification Coach Course Achievement Recognition

GCAQ Achievement Recognition Package (digital credentials and badges)

• Verifiable credential designation and lifetime credentials (no renewal fees)
• Includes 10 wallet-size badge cards in 7 PDF color options
• Downloadable certificates (PDF)
• Variety of GMP Fitness credential logos for portfolio, website, or social media

⭐️🏅 Trusted, Accredited Certification

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Who Should Enroll

The Youth Soccer Player Development Specialist Online Certification Course is for:
• Soccer coaches, trainers, parents, and educators
• Certified health and fitness professionals
• Physical education teachers
• Athletic trainers and wellness directors
• Medical exercise specialists, physical therapists, massage therapists
• Allied health professionals, nurses, dietitians, and more

What You Get

• Instant online access & downloadable materials
• Coursebook, study workbook, notes guide, resources, and practice plans
• Interactive modules, knowledge assessments, and final exam
• Professional Certification and optional digital badge
• Lifetime access, loyalty bonuses, and more

Course Objectives

• Explain 12 kid soccer issues
• Describe a culture of excellence
• Explain how to deal with opponents
• State long-term rewards in player development
• Manage a meaningful youth practice
• Explain diversified training
• Describe timing runs and off-the-ball running
• Define kids’ soccer milestones
• Identify leadership behaviors
• Identify basic performance tasks
• Apply basic rules for dealing with a kids’ team
• Demonstrate 26 kids’ fantasy soccer drills
• Define creative soccer drills
• List and describe seven elements to make practice fun
• List and describe six secret tips to be mentally strong
• Lead organized soccer rituals
• Define the attributes of successful coaches
• Describe youth soccer player communication implementation methods

Course Completion Time

• 15+ hours (self-paced, can be done in 1 week at 2–4 hours/day)
• College students: 2 months (see FAQS for extension info)

Certification Title

GMP FITNESS® CERTIFIED YOUTH SOCCER PLAYER DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Take the Next Step—Enroll in the Youth Soccer Player Development Specialist Online Certification Course Today!

Advance your knowledge, build your credentials, and empower yourself and others with practical, science-based youth soccer player development strategies.

❓ FAQs—Youth Soccer Player Development Specialist Online Certification Course

How long does it take to complete the course?
15+ hours (self-paced), can be completed in 1 week by studying 2–4 hours a day. College students: 2-month completion window (see FAQS for extensions).

What support is available?
Exceptional customer support is included. Contact info@gmpfitness.com for help at any stage.

What do I receive upon completion?
Digital certificate, optional digital badge, access to bonuses and loyalty program. Certificate typically emailed within 2 business days (usually the same day you pass the final exam).

Is This Course Accredited?
Yes! GMP Fitness courses are nationally and internationally accredited by leading organizations.

What is the exam format?
Open-book, no time limit, 80% passing score, online multiple choice/true-false, free retakes, no extra fees.

Continuing Education Credits (CECs/CEUs), Accreditations & Approvals

GMP Fitness is internationally and nationally approved and accredited by leading organizations. If your organization is not listed, please email info@gmpfitness.com to inquire about CCE/CEU eligibility or board approval.
• American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) — 18
• ACTION Certification — 1.8
• American Fitness Professionals Association (AFPA) — 18
• British Columbia Recreation and Parks Association (BCRPA) — 18
• International Fitness Professionals Association (IFPA) — 18
• International Tennis Performance Association (ITPA)* — 18
• International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) — 18 with a Petition*
• National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) — 1.8 with a Petition*
• National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT) — 2.0
• National Strength Professionals Association (NSPA) — 18
• Saskatchewan Parks and Recreation Association (SPRA) — 12
• American Senior Fitness Association (SFA) — 1.8
• World Instructor Training Schools (WITS) — 18

📝 Notes

*The ACSM accepts CECs if another major fitness organization approves the GMP Fitness® Courses (e.g., ISSA, NASM). ISSA/NASM require a petition process; GMP Fitness will deduct or refund $25 to offset the petition fee.
*ITPA members can earn continuing credits for their certifications through GMP Fitness.

Natural Wellness Coaches and Practitioners

American Naturopathic Medical Certification Board (ANMCB) — 12

Other Professionals

For all other professionals (chiropractors, doctors, PTs, MTs, naturopaths, nurses, teachers, etc.), email info@gmpfitness.com for help with CEs. Discounts available to help offset petition fees.

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