2. TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION TO COACHING 1
2. BENCHMARK CRITERIA 3
3. LIMITATIONS 4
4. COACHING PATHWAY 5
5. BENCHMARK ANALYSIS 10
a. LEVEL 1 IN FOOTBALL COACHING
b. LEVEL 2 IN FOOTBALL COACHING 11
c. LEVEL 3 (UEFA C) OR EQUIVALENT 12
d. LEVEL 4 (UEFA B) OR EQUIVALENT 13
e. LEVEL 5 (UEFA PRO) OR EQUIVALENT 14
6. DISTRIBUTION OF MANAGERS ACROSS VARIOUS LEAGUES BASED ON
NATIONALITIES 15
7. NUMBER OF UEFA B, UEFA A & UEFA PRO LICENCE HOLDERS ACROSS THE BIG 5 21
8. NUMBER OF REGISTERED LICENCE HOLDERS ACROSS EUROPE 23
9. COURSE INFORMATION 25
a. AUSTRALIA
b. AUSTRIA 27
c. CANADA 28
d. DENMARK 29
e. ENGLAND 31
f. GERMANY 32
g. ICELAND 34
3. h. ITALY 35
i. NORTHERN IRELAND 37
j. REPUBLIC OF IRELAND 38
k. SCOTLAND 39
l. USA 40
m. WALES 42
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BENCHMARK REPORT
INTRODUCTION TO COACHING
The success of any team or a sportsperson largely depends upon the quality of coaching. An extremely
competent coach or mentor aids in the development and progress of teams and individuals. Coaching,
however, differsfromteaching, asit involves a 2-waycommunication between the coach andthe learner.
“Coaches can help learners diagnose what is going on in the battlefield; find out what can be improved and
how to improve. Learners are the main players who would like to improve their skills as much as possible by
listening to reflections or advice from coaches. Coaches may not perform as well as learners but they know
how to improve others” (Champathes, 2006). The importance of the role played by a coach as a mentor
has been discussed by many researchers, particularly in studies with coaches at the elite level (Bloom,
DurandBush, Schinke, & Salmela, 1998; Cushion et al., 2003; Saury & Durand, 1998). While it could be
argued that coaching is a skill that develops over time and with experience, there is a certain amount of
basic knowledge a coach must possess. According to Kozel (1997), coaches should also have “special
knowledge related to sociological, pedagogical, biological and psychological issues” (Laios, 2005). These
include:
- Knowing how to communicate effectively with athletes
- Understanding the learning process and training principles
- Understanding the capabilities of growing children
- Advising athletes on task safety
- Preparing training schedules to meet the needs of each athlete
- Assisting athletes in developing new skills
- Advising athletes on use of legal supplements
- Evaluating athletes’ competition performance
In order to prepare coaches to undertake the key role in the progress of the sport, a number of coaching
programs and qualifications have been setup. While the fundamentals of these programs have been laid
down by a governing body of a sport (for e.g., UEFA for European Nations, AFC for Asian teams etc.),
countries have tailored the course structure to best suit its infrastructure and resources. However,
learning fromothernationsandadapting the best practices enables coaches to extract the best practices,
as identified by The International Council for Coach Education which believes “that international
collaboration and exchange can accelerate positive change in the realm of coaching development and help
these coaches give athletes around the world a chance to pursue excellence” (www.icce.ws).
A number of researchers have conducted studies to understand the best form of coach education.
Lemyre, Trudel and Durant-Bush (2007), analysed research conducted by a number of researches to
understand the best form of coach education. Their study included research conducted by Fleurance and
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Cotteaux (1999) who studied 10 coaches from different disciplines in France; Irwin, Hanton, and Kerwin
(2004) who looked at 16 gymnastics coaches in England; Jones, Armour, and Potrac (2004) who
interviewed 8 coaches from different sports in England, Australia, and New Zealand; Salmela (1996) who
studied 22 coaches from team sports in Canada; and Gould, Giannini, Krane, and Hodge (1990) who
surveyed 130 coaches in the United States. Upon analysing these researches, the authors found
similarities in the “disparity among the coaches as to the perceived importance of formal coach-
education programs in their development of knowledge”. The authors also inferred that “other learning
opportunities that stem from playing experience, mentoring, and discussions with foreign coaches play a
significant role. The perceived importance of each of these less formal learning situations varies from coach
to coach.” (Lemyre, Trudel and Durant-Bush, 2007, Pg.192-193). These studies also showed that there is
not a definite structure to coach education and therefore, coach education must not be restricted only to
formal and structured programs. Lyle (2002) argues that “Education and training depends on a mix of
formal and informal provision, and understanding how learning and preparation is taking place is important
in analyzing practice” (pg. 275-276). It must however, be noted that it is important to understand that
different coaching practices may need to be applied to different levels of coaching. For example, Avard
(1995) suggests “It would be beneficial to teachers and coaches if systematic observation research were to
focus on the behaviors of a selected winning football coach” (pg. 11). Côté, Salmela, Trudel, Baria, and
Russell (1995) add that “assessment of the knowledge that expert coaches use to construct their mental
models could provide useful guidelines for improving the coach’s development and consequently the child’s
or athlete’s education” (pg. 3). According to Lemyre, Trudel and Durant-Bush (2007), “even at the
recreational and developmental-performance levels, interactions among the coaching staff (coaches,
assistant coaches, and manager) can provide important learning situations in which they discuss coaching
issues and develop, experiment with, and evaluate strategies to resolve these issues”.
Some federations have been successful in altering their coach education and tailoring them across
various levels. The “big 5” footballing nations – England, Germany, Spain, France and Italy, have all
undergone restructuring of their coaching programs to ensure that there is a continuous learning curve.
Interactive learning forms an integral part of the development of young coaches. Sharing information as
wellreceiving constructivefeedback fromcolleagues andother coaches creates awareness andenhances
knowledge. ThissupportsCushion et al.’s(2003) position that “much of whata new coachlearns is through
ongoing interactions in the practical coaching context, as well as a variety of informal sources” (pg. 217).
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CRITERIA
The benchmark was carried out for any coaching licences at grassroots level, Level 3 (UEFA B) licence,
Level 4 (UEFA A) licence, and Level 5 (UEFA Pro) Licence courses, or equivalent and was based on the
following parameters:
- Cost of the course
- Duration of the course
- Value of the course (Cost / Duration)
- Facilities and Infrastructure
- Number of courses on offer (per year)
To draw a comparison, it was essential to define a common unit for the parameters – cost and duration,
as the information was only available in local currencyand varied duration units. All costs were converted
to British Pounds (£) and the duration was converted into hours. The following conversion rates were
applied, and the resulting values were rounded to the closest whole number (xe.com)
1 EUR = 0.85 GBP
1 USD = 0.76 GBP
1 AUD = 0.57 GBP
1 CAD = 0.58 GBP
As some information for the duration was available in days, weeks, or both, the following conversions to
hours were used
1 day = 8 hours
1 week = 5 (working days) * 8 (hours per day) = 40 hours
It is also important to note that the hours taken into consideration did not include the recommended
hours of self-study, as this information was not clearly available.
The ‘Value’ of a course is the cost of the course for the duration of its delivery. The lower the value, the
more reasonable the course as compared to the others.
7. 4
LIMITATIONS
This research was the first of its kind to benchmark the football coaching programs on offer. There were
a number of ways in which the research could have been carried out, however, taking all the challenges
andlimitationsinto consideration,thisresearch hasbeen limited in its actualscope.Time wasthe biggest
constraint as untimely responses from several federations restricted the inclusion of those countries in
the benchmark. A major reason for its limitation was the lack information available in the form of
secondary data, which is supported by Rudall and Mann, who argue that “the process of understanding
and exploring context is more difficult to achieve in external information processes, than in internal,
resources” (Rudall and Mann, 2010, Pg. 487).
The scope of the research was initially broad, however, due to a number of limitations it had to be
condensed. A major hurdle was being able to obtain sufficient data to carry out a quality benchmark in
the given period of time. The priority was to collect data from the home nations – namely England,
Scotland, Wales, and Ireland, and then focus upon other European and non-European nations across the
world. However, due to the on-going International competitions in the months of June, July and August,
it proved difficult to contact most of the participating nations. While some information was available
online, several details such as course content, pre-requisites and selection criteria, number of courses,
andnumber ofcandidates per course were unavailable andcouldonlybe obtained through direct contact.
The initial proposal for the benchmark was to consider as many factors as possible to be able to have a
broad comparison. However, as it was not possible to personally visit the facilities, parameters such as
infrastructure, training facilities etc. could not be included in the benchmark. Certain crucial parameters
such as ‘Number of licence holders currently employed’, ‘Pass rate’, ‘Feedback from candidates’ were
also not considered due to unavailability of data.
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COACHING PATHWAY
LEVEL 5 (UEFA PRO) or
EQUIVALENT
LEVEL 4 (UEFA A) or
EQUIVALENT
LEVEL 3 (UEFA B) or
EQUIVALENT
LEVEL 2 IN COACHING or
EQUIVALENT
LEVEL 1 IN COACHING or
EQUIVALENT
Figure 1. Coaching Pathway
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The football coaching pathway has a comprehensive approach to producing coaches from grassroots all
the way to elite level. It marks a pathway for a new coach to undertake in order to attain the highest level
of qualification available to become eligible for managing teams at the highest level. A coach can also
specialize in certain areassuch ascoaching various positions,futsal,disability football,andcan alsoattain
various levels of qualification to be eligible to coach at the elite youth level. Each country follows a
common pathway to these licences but some countries lay greater emphasis to particular courses based
on their level of expertise as well as availability of facilities and staff. This pathway is common for all
football coaching courses offered across the world. The guidelines for the content are as follows:
In general, the first step for any coach wanting to attain their licences is to begin with Level 1 in Coaching
Football or Equivalent level of coaching. This is the very basic level of coaching and can be considered as
an introductory course providing knowledge and practical drills to work with groups of young players or
general community work. However, this course is not offered in several countries as a separate
qualification but forms a part of a higher level of qualification.
The Level 2 in Coaching Football, or other Equivalent level of coaching (Non-European countries),
provides a more in-depth understanding of coaching. The course also introduces new themes such as
looking at different coaching styles, preparing for accidents and emergencies and players’ nutritional
needs.
The next level in this pathway is The Level 3 (UEFA B) in Coaching Football or other Equivalent level of
coaching (Non-European countries), which teaches coaches to apply the principles of performance
profiling. This knowledge aims to aid them in evaluating player and team performance and setting goals
accordingly. Coaches learn how to analyse matches, assess fitness, provide a psychological analysis of
players and build on nutritional awareness. Coaches also gain detailed coaching knowledge based on
functionalpractices,small sided (8v 8) gamesandphases ofplayto enhance game related understanding.
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The Level 4 in Coaching Football (UEFA A) or other Equivalent level of coaching (Non-European
countries), is one of the most respected coaching certificates available. It follows The Level 3 (UEFA B)
and can lead onto the Academy Managers or the Pro Licence qualifications. It is suitable for coaches
working with a team playing 11-a-side. It aims to educate candidates in the practical and theoretical
developments in modern football, so that they may devise, organise, and evaluate coaching sessions in
the advanced skills, tactics, strategies and systems of play. Candidates are required to undertake a
Preparatory Course prior to the Part One of Level 4 (UEFA A).
The highest coaching qualification in the game, The Level 5 (UEFA Pro) in Coaching Football or
Equivalent level of coaching (Non-European countries) is mandatory for coaches working in the top
division of football. The Level 5 (UEFA Pro) marries the finer points of a coach or manager’s match
preparation with other non-football specific modules including employment law, finance, the media,
technology, business management and club structure. The course is designed to prepare managers and
coaches to work at the elite level of the game in a managerial capacity (International, Premier League,
Football League and The FA Women’s Super League).The course has been designed using a competency
based approach and is delivered in a number of modules over an 18-month period, combining distance
learning and club visits to support and enhance the learning experience.
In addition to the content required to be covered for these course certain guidelines have also been laid
by respective governing bodies for the minimum duration of these courses. For all European nations
offering coaching programs, UEFA has highlighted the minimum coaching hours as shown in the table
below.
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LEVEL 3
(UEFA B)
LEVEL 4
(UEFA A)
LEVEL 5 (UEFA
PRO)
Minimum hours of education in total 120 180 360
Minimum hours of theory units off the pitch 60 90 144
Minimum hours of practical units on the
pitch, including work experience and study
visits
60 90 216
Minimum hours of assessments (in addition
to hours of education)
3 6 9
Table 1. Minimum duration for coaching (Source: UEFA Convention Handbook 2015)
UEFA has also set certain guidelines for the pre-requisites to be admitted into these courses. These pre-
requisites are:
COURSE CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION
Level 3 (UEFA B)
To be admitted to Level 3 (UEFA B), candidates must have a preliminary
coaching diploma if required by the convention party organising the course
(e.g. national C diploma issued under the UEFA Grassroots Charter).
Level 4 (UEFA A)
To be admitted to Level 4 (UEFA A), candidates must have:
a) a valid Level 3 (UEFA B); and
b) at least one year’s coaching experience as a Level 3 (UEFA B) holder.
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Level 5 (UEFA PRO)
1) To be admitted to Level 5 (UEFA Pro) course, candidates must have:
a) a valid Level 4 (UEFA A) licence; and
b) at least one year’s coaching experience as a Level 4 (UEFA A) holder.
2) A long-serving professional player who has played for at least seven full
years as a professional player in the top division of a FIFA or UEFA member
association and has played at least 50 international competitive matches
for his senior national team or a club first team may, upon written request,
be exempted by UEFA from the required coaching experience.
3) A long-serving professional player who has successfully completed a
specific course integrating the content of a Level 3 (UEFA B) course with
that of a Level 4 (UEFA A) course may only participate in a Level 5 (UEFA
Pro) course organised by the convention party that organised the specific
course.
Table 2. UEFA Pre-requisite Guidelines (Source: UEFA Convention Handbook 2015)
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BENCHMARK ANALYSIS
The information collected from secondary data available was verified by the respective federations to
ensure that the data used was authentic. The results from the benchmark led to the following
observations:
LEVEL 1 IN FOOTBALL COACHING
The course introduces the practical and theoretical aspects of planning, delivering and reviewing
individual football coaching sessions. It was observed that this course is not delivered in most nations and
is more prominent amongst the home nations, along with USA. The content of this course was found to
be similar but differences were noted in the delivery of this course. England and Scotland offer more
contact hours,andfocusonthe theoreticalandpracticalconcepts ofthe game,whereas Wales,N.Ireland
and Republic of Ireland offer workshops and online study programs and undertake completion of certain
tasks.
Figure 2. Level 1 Value comparisons
The average cost of this course was noted to be £153, with the most expensive course being offered in N.
Ireland (£220) and the cheapest being offered in Wales (£75). However, comparing the value of these
courses, England offers good value for money, for the price and hours offered.
The average duration for a Level 1 coaching licence was noted to be 25 hours; Wales offering the least
contact hours (13 hours), while England offers the most number of contact hours (34 hours).
£4.47
£7.00
£5.77
£3.53
£7.33
£0.00
£1.00
£2.00
£3.00
£4.00
£5.00
£6.00
£7.00
£8.00
England Scotland Wales Republic of Ireland Northern Ireland
Cost/duration
Country
VALUE (LEVEL 1)
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LEVEL 2 IN FOOTBALL COACHING
Figure 3. Level 2 Value Comparisons
This course focuses on designing relevant game-like practices with plenty of decision-making that
enables the players to practice in an environment that’s positive and enjoyable. This course is designed
to prepare learnersfor employment asafootballcoach with the ability to put these keyideasintopractice.
As a FA Level 2 football coach, learners should be able to plan, deliver and evaluate a series of linked and
progressive football coaching sessions independently. The course is aimed at developing practical
components; conducting a training session, shaping a team and individual programme. The assessment
for this course is quite similar in most countries as it involves a holding a 4v4 or 7v7 session, and
completing a number of theoretical modules.
The cost of the course was noted to be around £414 with the most expensive course being offered in N.
Ireland (£925). The costs considered were excluding accommodation arrangements; the addition of
which would raise the average amount. The cost for this course in most of the other countries, including
England was around £250 - £350.
The average duration of this course was noted to be 75 contact hours with the Germany offering the
longest program(See fig. 15andfig. 20 for further details). Furthermore, fromthe chart, it couldbe noted
that Germany also has the best value for the fee charged. The programs offered in N. Ireland and
Australia are quite highly priced as compared to the other nations. England remains competitively priced
in the value offered for the fee incurred.
£4.27
£3.41 £3.91 £4.40
£12.01
£3.83
£3.18
£18.75
£0.00
£2.00
£4.00
£6.00
£8.00
£10.00
£12.00
£14.00
£16.00
£18.00
£20.00
England Scotland Wales Republic of
Ireland
Northern
Ireland
Demark Germany Australia
Cost/Duration
Country
VALUE (LEVEL 2)
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LEVEL 3 (UEFA B) OR EQUIVALENT
This is an important course for coaches to be eligible to work with semi-professionals and is thus,
intensive in nature. This course caters towards coaches working with U-14 and above in an 8 v 8 format.
According to UEFA guidelines, the minimum contact hours for the delivery of this course is 120 hours,
which is met by most of the nations (except Wales). The content of this course is generally catered
towards player analysis and development, positional training, fitness training and assessments, set play
routines, and working with various formations. Being a universally recognized licence, it is essential that
there is sufficient time period to cover the required content and offer quality learning.
Figure 4. Level 3 (UEFA B) Value Comparisons
The value for this course amongst the non-European countries was noted to be high due to high costs
and a lesser duration. It should also be noted that this is usually a residential course which leads to a high
cost in some countries. The average cost for this course was observed to be £1237, and was the highest
in Denmark (£2210) and USA (£2275). From the graph, it was also noted that England, Italy, Iceland and
Austria, offered the best value for fee charged, as well as offering he course well below the average price
(England - £720, Italy - £663, Iceland - £540, Austria - £595).
£4.50
£18.58
£8.33
£6.22 £6.01
£14.73
£6.75
£4.60 £3.86 £2.98
£21.43
£19.29
£23.70
£0.00
£5.00
£10.00
£15.00
£20.00
£25.00
Cost/Duration
Country
VALUE (LEVEL 3 (UEFA B))
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LEVEL 4 (UEFA A) OR EQUIVALENT
Figure 5. Level 4 (UEFA A) Value Comparisons
The Level 4 (UEFA A) is a minimum level of coaching qualification for coaches working at the top level –
professional 11 v 11 football. The course builds on technical and tactical contents covered in the B Licence
course or the other recognised equivalents. The content of the course is common amongst most nations,
with some nations like Iceland, also having a study week abroad.
It was observed that the average cost for the A Licence program is £3176; Denmark (£7910) offering the
most expensive course followed by England (£4649 for members; £5055 for non-members). It must be
noted that one of the reasons for the high price of the course in Denmark is mainly due to a 1 week trip
abroad that covers all costs (travel, food and accommodation). Germany offers the least expensive
course (£1360), followed by Canada (£1700), while the non-European countries offer the course around
the average price (Australia - £3890, USA - £3030).
The minimum duration for this course as specified by UEFA guidelines is 180 hours, which is met by most
nations except Germany. The non-European nations offer 80 – 120 hours of contact hours.
Comparing the values, Austria and Republic of Ireland offer the best value, i.e. cost for the duration of
the course offered (£8.5/hr and £9.25/hr), followed by Germany and Italy, where the value for this course
is£11.33/hr. It can alsobe observed that thiscourse isquite expensive inEnglandwith avalue of£24.21/hr.
£24.21
£14.50
£20.56
£9.25
£15.28
£26.37
£11.33 £11.33
£14.00
£8.50
£21.25
£32.42
£25.25
£0.00
£5.00
£10.00
£15.00
£20.00
£25.00
£30.00
£35.00
Cost/Duration
Country
VALUE (LEVEL 4 (UEFAA))
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LEVEL 5 (UEFA PRO) OR EQUIVALENT
Figure 6. Level 5 (UEFA Pro) Value Comparisons
The Level 5 (UEFA Pro) is the highest level of coaching qualification available and is mandatory for
managers wanting to work in the top divisions of the game. The course is designed to prepare managers
to work at the elite level and involves intensive theory and practical sessions. The minimum duration for
completion of this course as specified by UEFA is 360 hours which involves several practical assessments.
The average cost for this course was noted to be £7175 with the most expensive course offered in
Denmark (£11,580), followed by Wales (£10,000). The cheapest course was observed o be offered in
Austria (£2132). The course offered in England is at around the average cost (£7745). It was also observed
that this level of coaching is not offered in all nations, with Australia being the only non-European nation
offering this level of coaching (£4490).
The longest duration of this course is offered in Germany; a total of 1760 hours. The course duration in
most of the other nations was observed to be around the minimum hours required. The course offered in
England has a total duration of 485 hours which is includes 30 contact days and 245 hours of guided
learning.
Comparing the value of the course offered, Germany and Austria offer the best value for this course
(£5.32/hrand£5.33/hr).Thevalueforthiscourseis moderatelypricedinEngland,Scotland,andN.Ireland
(around £16/ hr).
£15.97 £16.00
£27.78
£34.00
£16.67
£23.16
£5.32
£24.14
£5.33
£46.77
£0.00
£5.00
£10.00
£15.00
£20.00
£25.00
£30.00
£35.00
£40.00
£45.00
£50.00
England Scotland Wales Republic
of Ireland
Northern
Ireland
Demark Germany Italy Austria Australia
Cost/Duration
Country
VALUE (LEVEL 5 (UEFA PRO))
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DISTRIBUTION OF MANAGERS IN VARIOUS LEAGUES BASED ON NATIONALITY
Figure 7. Number of active coaches based on Nationality
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Figure 8. Managers in Ligue 2, France
Figure 9. Managers in Ligue 1, France
France
78%
Italy
5%
Portugal
5%
Uruguay
6%
USA
6%
LIGUE 2 (FRANCE)
France
79%
Portugal
6%
Spain
5%
Switzerland
5%
Uruguay
5%
LIGUE 1 (FRANCE)
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Figure 12. Managers in Serie B, Italy
Figure 13. Managers in Serie A, Italy
Croatia
5%
Italy
95%
SERIE B (ITALY)
Italy
95%
Portugal
5%
SERIE A
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Figure 14. Managers in Liga Adelante, Spain
Figure 15. Managers in La Liga, Spain
Spain
100%
LIGA ADELANTE (SPAIN)
Argentina
15%
France
5%
Romania
5%
Spain
70%
Uruguay
5%
LA LIGA (SPAIN)
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NUMBER OF UEFA B, UEFA A & UEFA PRO LICENCE HOLDERS ACROSS THE BIG 5
Figure 16. Number of UEFA B Licence holders in various countries
Figure 17. Number of UEFA A Licence holders in various countries
England
9548
France
12200
Germany
21731
Italy
37742
Spain
9391
UEFA B
England
1190 France
3030
Germany
5633
Italy
1556
Spain
13070
UEFA A
25. 22
Figure 18. Number of UEFA Pro Licence holders in various countries
England
205
France
278
Germany
1304
Italy
725
Spain
2353
UEFA PRO
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COURSE INFORMATION
Name of
Governing Body
Course Duration Cost Pre-requisites Additional Information
Australia
(Central)
Senior C
Licence
- 7-day residential course
- Full Time. Practical and
Theory sessions run during the
day and evening, including
weekends. Candidates must
attend all course modules
- Delivered in Canberra or
Sydney; organized by FFA
Accommodation
option – $1,820 +
GST;
Non-
Accommodation
option – $1,200 +
GST
- Minimum age of 18 years old
- Recommended that candidates complete
one or more community coaching courses
as ideal preparation for entering the
advanced pathway
- Preferably ex-players and those unable to
access the Regional 'C' licence in their state
- Maximum 3 practical coaching
assessments
- 1 written exam
- Laws of the game exam
- Session planning task
- Pre-season training cycle Task
Australia
(Central)
Youth C
Licence
- Maximum 3 practical coaching
assessments
- written exam
- Laws of the game exam
- Session planning task
- Annual planning task
Australia
(Central)
B Licence
12-day course; Full-time.
Practical and Theory session
run during the day and
evening, including weekends.
Candidates must attend all
course modules; On-course
tasks; Conducted by FFA in
Canberra or Sydney
Accommodation
option – $3,520 +
GST;
Non-
Accommodation
option – $2,200 +
GST
- Must be a C Licence holder
- Recommended to practice coaching for a
minimum of 2 years at a C licence level (not
compulsory)
Accommodation option: Includes
course tuition, course workbook,
accommodation, 3 daily meals,
tracksuit, polo, and bag;
Non-Accommodation option
Includes course tuition, course
workbook, lunches,
tracksuit, polo, and bag
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Australia
(Regional)
B Licence
12-day course (conducted in 2
blocks of 6 days);
Full-time. Practical and Theory
sessions run during the day
and evening, including
weekends; Offered in most
major centers
(check FFA and MF websites)
$ 2,200 + GST
- Must be a C Licence holder
- Recommended to practice coaching for a
minimum of 2 years at a C licence level (not
compulsory)
Includes course tuition, course
workbook, lunch, tracksuit, polo,
and bag
Australia A Licence
Part 1: 7-day Residential
component
Residential [R] -
$3070+GST;
Non Residential
[NR] - $2300+GST
- Must be a B Licence holder
- Recommended to practice coaching for a
minimum of 1 year at a B licence level (not
compulsory) for candidate’s experience
[R] - Includes course tuition,
course workbook,
accommodation, 3 daily meals,
tracksuit, polo, and
bag;
[NR] - Includes course tuition,
course workbook, lunch,
tracksuit, polo, and bag.
Part 2: 4-day Football
Conditioning component
Residential [R] -
$2040+GST;
Non Residential
[NR] - $1600+GST
[R] - Includes course tuition,
course workbook,
accommodation, 3 daily meals;
[NR] - Includes course tuition,
workbook and lunches
Part 3: 4-day Residential
component
Residential [R] -
$1640+GST;
Non Residential
[NR] - $1200+GST
[R] - Includes course tuition,
course workbook,
accommodation, 3 daily meals;
[NR] - Includes course tuition,
workbook and lunches
Australia Pro Licence
Part 1: 4-day Football
Conditioning component
Residential [R] -
$2040+GST;
Non Residential
[NR] - $1600+GST
- Must be an A licence holder
- Must meet entry criteria (points system
based on playing and coaching experience)
- May need entrance exam
- Must be working with a senior team
- Part 1 is optional if you already have
attended the 4 day FFA Football
conditioning course
[R] - Includes course tuition,
course workbook,
accommodation, 3 daily meals,
tracksuit, polo, and
bag;
[NR] - Includes course tuition,
course workbook, lunch,
tracksuit, polo, and bag.
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Part 2: 4 day residential
component.
Residential - $3140
+ GST
Non-Residential -
$2700 + GST
Candidates will only be accepted onto Part
2 (or an earlier 4-day FFA Football
conditioning course) and have completed
all pre-course tasks (parts 1 and 2 usually
conducted as one 8-day component)
[R] - Includes course tuition,
course workbook,
accommodation, 3 daily meals;
[NR] - Includes course tuition,
workbook and lunches
Part 3: 5 days, conducted at
FFA offices in Central Sydney.
Non-Residential -
$3000 + GST
Candidates will only be accepted onto Part
3 if they have attended part 2 and have
completed all distance learning
assignments
[R] - Includes course tuition,
course workbook,
accommodation, 3 daily meals;
[NR] - Includes course tuition,
workbook and lunches
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Name of
Governing
Body
Course Duration Cost Pre-requisites Additional Information
No. of courses &
Strength
Austria UEFA B
200 hours
divided into 3
parts:
€300 per part -
excluding
accommodation
€700 per part -
including
accommodation
- Open to all
- Participants must work to up
to 6 months after each course
before examination,
documenting their progress
- Practical and written exam at
the end of each part
Split into 3 parts:
- Part 1 (1 week course: up to U-12, 60 h)
- Part 2 (1 week course: for 12 - 18 yrs old,
60 h)
- Part 3 (8-9 days course: for lower
amateur level, 80 h)
regional education in 9
regions of Austria
number of courses
depends on region
part 1: 1-4 courses in
every region
part 2: 1-2 courses in
every region
part 3: 1 course in every
region
Austria Elite Youth A 250 hours 1000
- Holder of UEFA A
- Coaching experience as a
youth coach with A-Licence
- Course takes around 1,5 yrs to
complete (each session held once a
month)
- Focus on reality based training
- written exam from the previous course
- Final examination includes submission
of written work plus a discussion with a
specialist panel. Practical examination
taken over the duration of the course
10 to 11 parts of 3 days
1 course (20 students)
held every 2 years
Austria UEFA A
250 hours
divided into a
total of 5 weeks
€300 without
accommodation
- Hold a current FAI UEFA B
- 1 year coaching experience
with B-Licence
3 selection points:
-results of exams in B
-licence -coaching experience
-experience as a player
- 2 weeks in Autumn (Sept - Oct)
dedicated teaching
- 2 weeks in March - April (focused
towards creative thinking)
- 1 week in June (Examination held
during the last 2 days)
2 courses (30
candidates each)
Austria UEFA PRO 400 hours
€2500 without
accommodation
- UEFA ‘A’ Licence (1 year
coaching experience with A-
Licence)
4 selection points:
- results of exams in A-licence
- coaching experience
- experience as a player
- potential analysis with a
sports psychologist
- Course takes around 1,5 yrs to
complete (each session held once a
month)
- Focus on reality based training
- written exam from the previous course
- Final examination includes submission
of written work plus a discussion with a
specialist panel. Practical examination
taken over the duration of the course
10 to 11 parts of 3 days
1 course (14 students)
held every 2 years
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Name of
Governing Body
Course Duration Cost Pre-requisites Additional Information
No. of courses &
Strength
Canada B Licence 7 days
Course Fee -
$1195;
Audit Fee - $850
- B License Pre-Test-Pass;
- Acceptable International
Certification (Canadian
Soccer Association
Coaching Equivalency is
required);
- National Team Players;
Professional Players
Residency course fee includes
the cost of tuition, course
materials, all meals and
accommodation. Flights are not
included in the fee and each
candidate is responsible for
his/her own travel to the course
location.
4 Courses in a year
Canada A Licence 10 days
Residency -
$1350; Foreign
Residency -
$2900
- Good Pass in the Canadian
Soccer Association B
License Program; Canadian
Soccer Ass. B License-
National (or Canadian
Equivalency);
- Acceptable International
Certification (approved by
the Canadian Soccer Ass.
Tech. Department);
- Actively coaching players
in a competitive
environment (U/15 & older)
Program is divided into two
annual periods of ten days.
N/A
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Name of
Governing
Body
Course Duration Cost Pre-requisites Additional Information
No. of
courses &
Strength
Denmark UEFA C
- Currently 60
hours
- Proposed change:
15 hours in first
year & 15 hours in
the second year
followed by 30
hours
- currently €270
covered by the
Danish FA and
the clubs
- Proposed
change: €70 per
15 hours
- Must be at least 16
years of age
- Must be coaching
any team at grassroots
level
- Not a compulsory course N/A
Denmark UEFA B 150 hours
€2600 (inclusive
of
accommodation
and meals)
- Must be coaching for
at least 1 year
- Must be at least 18
years old before
completing the course
- Coaches working
with U-19 can directly
apply for UEFA B
- Intended for the coaches of the best U-12 and U-14 teams
- Assessment and feedback given during the course
- Final assessment: Multiple choice questions; answering
technical questions
- Can be followed by B-supervision: a tutor is assigned to 3
candidates for a period of 6 months to track the progress
N/A
Denmark UEFA A
300 hours divided
into parts
€ 8700 + € 600 for
assessment
(inclusive of
accommodation
and meals)
- Must have a valid B
licence
- Must be coaching an
elite or semi-elite
team
- Selection is based
upon performance
score during B licence
- Week 1: Introduction (covered over 2 days)
- Week 2: Trip abroad
- Week 3: Week together including all coaches, tutors and
64 players
- Self Study hours
- Supervision: 1 tutor for every 6 candidates who are split
into groups of 3; tutor and two candidates must visit the
third candidate twice (12 in total) for feedback and analysis)
- 10 focussed assessments; candidate must clear each in
order to complete course
- Final project is a research project relating to a technical
topic (tactics, strategy analysis etc.)
2-3 course
(depending
on
applicants)
24
candidates
each
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Denmark
UEFA
Youth Elite
210 hours
€ 4900 + € 600 for
assessment
(inclusive of
accommodation
and meals)
- Must have a valid A
licence
- 3 years of coaching
experience
- 1 head tutor plus 2-3 assistants for better individual
attention
1 course (12
candidates)
Denmark
UEFA Pro
Licence
500 hours
€ 13000 + € 600
for assessment
(inclusive of
accommodation
and meals)
- Must have a valid A
licence
- 3 years of coaching
experience
- 1 head tutor plus 5 tutors for better individual attention
1 course
every 2
years
(15
candidates)
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Name of
Governing Body
Course Duration Cost (£) Pre-requisites Additional Information
England Level 1 43 contact hours dependant on county
- At least 16 years of age
- Hold a current FA Emergency aid certificate
- Hold an in date FA Safeguarding Children Workshop
certificate
comprises various elements
including training drills (warm
ups, technical sessions, skills,
small sided games and cool
downs), how to get the best
from your players, team
management (systems,
strategies and player strengths
England Level 2 79 contact hours dependant on county
- At least 16 years of age
- Completed The FA Level 1 course
- Hold a current FA Emergency aid certificate
- Hold an in date FA Safeguarding Children Workshop
certificate
N/a
England UEFA B
18 days on
course, min 2
days in-situ
FA Licensed Coaches’ Club
member price - £720 incl. VAT
Non-member price - £940 incl.
VAT
- At least 16 years of age
- Completed The FA Level 2 course
- Hold a current FA Emergency aid certificate
- Hold an in date FA Safeguarding Children Workshop
certificate
N/a
England UEFA A
18 days at St.
George's Park,
min 6 days in-situ
FA Licensed Coaches’ Club
member price - Part 1: £2,659 incl.
VAT
Part 2: £1,990 incl. VAT
Non-member price - Part 1: £3,470
incl. VAT
Part 2: £1,585 incl. VAT
- UEFA B Licence (or equivalent) and the UEFA A
Licence Preparatory course
- Hold a current FA Emergency aid certificate
- Hold an in date FA Safeguarding Children Workshop
certificate
N/a
England UEFA PRO
30 days & 245
guided hours
FA Licensed Coaches’ Club
member price - £7,595 incl. VAT
Non-member price - £8,510 incl.
VAT
- Completed The FA Level 1 course
- Hold a current FA Emergency aid certificate
- Hold an in date FA Safeguarding Children Workshop
certificate
N/a
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Name of
Governing Body
Course Duration Cost Pre-requisites Additional Information
No. of courses &
Strength
Germany
Level 1
"C licence"
110 units
education (30
basic units and
2x 40 specific
units) plus 10
units
examination
You can
graduate the C
licence in 3 x 1
week (full time)
or you do it only
at the
weekends
(round about 8
weekends).
Depends on regional
association:
€ 125-625
~ € 410 in average
The level of costs for the
C licence differs in the 21
regional associations.
Not every module can be
graduated in every
association.
- member in a football club
- at least age 16 (age 15
from November 2016 on)
- proof of a first aid training
(9 hours) which is not older
than two years
The C licence consists of several
modules. The basic module (30
units) is obligatory.
Furthermore, you need two
specific modules (each with 40
units). You can choose between
- children
- teens
- adults
- goalkeeping
- recreational
- grassroots
You can't combine every
module with another one.
There are given combinations.
5502 participants (in
2015)
~ 220 courses
(25 participants per
course)
Germany
Level 2
"B licence"
120 units
education (80
basic units and
40 specific
units) plus 20
units
examination
You graduate
the B licence in
3 x 1 week (full
time).
Depends on regional
association:
€ 600-950
The level of costs for the
B licence differs in the 21
regional associations.
- at least age 16
- proof of a first aid training
(9 hours) which is not older
than two years
The B licence consists of several
modules. The basic module
("Key principles", 80 units) is
obligatory. Furthermore you
need a specific module (40
units). You can choose
between:
- Youth Coaching Profile
- Adults Coaching Profile
1834 participants (in
2015)
~ 73 courses
(25 participants per
course)
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Germany
UEFA B
"DFB Elite
Youth
licence"
80 units plus 20
units
examination
€ 1300
Price of:
Course: € 570
Licence: € 80
Accommodation
(exemplary): € 300
Meals (exemplary): € 375
- At least 10 points in the B
license
- Minimum of one year as
coach with b license
- the proof of an active
cooperation in a "DFB-
Stützpunkt" (training
location for elite players)
(at least 20 training
sessions respectively 10
terms in the evening
- at least one year
experience as a trainer
with the DFB B licence
(Level 2)
380 participants (in
2015)
~ 15 courses
14 courses in 2016
(25 participants per
course)
Germany
UEFA A
"A licence"
100 teaching
units- Superior
level (more
than 20 years
old) plus 20
units
examination
€ 1600
Price of:
Course: € 720
Licence: € 80
Accommodation
(exemplary): € 450
Meals (exemplary): € 392
- a valid DFB Elite Youth
licence
- at least 9 points in the
DFB Elite Youth licence
- at least one year
experience as a trainer
with the DFB Elite Youth
licence
149 participants (in
2015)
~ 6 courses
6 courses in 2016
(25 participants per
course)
Germany
Pro Licence
"Fußball-
Lehrer"
10 months (44
weeks) 35-40
hours per week
€ 11000
(It applies only to the
course. The costs for
accommodation and
meals are arranged by
the participants with the
respective location.)
- middle graduation level
- a valid A licence
- at least one year
experience as a trainer
with the A licence
(different possibilities
referring to kind of trainer)
25 participants (in
2015)
1 course
1 course in 2016
(25 participants per
course)
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Name of
Governing Body
Course Duration Cost Pre-requisites Additional Information
No. of courses &
Strength
Iceland UEFA B 140 hours 635 Open to all 16+ years of age
- Course lasts over 4 weekends
(Fri-Sun), once a month
- Starts in Sept, ends in April
- Assessment by the FA along with
a written exam
- Young assistant coaches for U-12
need to do the first two weeks of
the course only
1 course a year - 100
candidates (~30
graduates)*
*as many opt for first 2
weekends only
Iceland UEFA A
200 hours (divided
into 4 parts)
£2800 (~
£2000 for the
trip abroad)
- Must be 18+ years of age
- Must have a valid UEFA B
licence
- Must be coaching for at least
6 months
- Part 1: Weekend course covering
FA 5
- Part 2: weekend course
(Analyzing games in the Premier
League)
- Part 3: week abroad (Oct/ Nov in
England/Demark) - Theoretical and
Practical sessions; visiting clubs
and studying the training methods;
written assignment at the end of
the trip
- Part 4: (Jan & Feb) Groups are
split with 4 coaches in each group;
3 coaches provide feedback of the
coach training
- Practical and written exam after
part 4
1 course every 2 years
(24-25 candidates per
course)
- Selection based on
experience
- Ex-pros are given a
priority for selection for
the course
Iceland
UEFA Pro
Licence
In collaboration with the England FA
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Name of
Governing
Body
Course Duration Cost (€) Pre-requisites
Additional
Information
No. of courses &
Strength
Italy UEFA B 144 hours €778
a) Italian citizenship or residence for at least two years in Italy;
b) minimum age 23 years, committed to 18.07.2016;
c) certificate of fitness to practice non-competitive sports of football game,
released by doctor, physician or a specialist in sports medicine, in accordance
with existing laws, valid until end of the course.
The following will not be admitted
a) candidates who, in the 2015/2016 season and the current one have been
banned for at least 90 days;
b) candidates who, in the three previous football seasons, have been
disqualified, even not continuous, for more than 12 months following a
decision of an organ of the FIGC has become final;
c) students who, during the same frequency, incur a disqualification
at least 90 days. The terms of the sentence from the date of the final decision.
- Participants are
obligated to stay in
the Federal Centre
and attend all
educational activities
- To obtain the
diploma it is
mandatory to do a
final exam and to
acquire 50% in all
subjects. The
examination takes
place at the end of the
course.
The course is
reserved for
participants in the
preparatory
meeting preseason
professionals or
former players non-
employed endorsed
by the A.I.C.
Italy UEFA A 192 hours €2556
a) Italian citizenship or residence for at least two years in Italy
b) minimum age 30 years made at the expiry of the submission of applications;
c) license Lower Secondary School;
d) title of "Amateur Coach of the third category" or "Base Coach - UEFA B" with
inclusion on the Register; where it is not regularized the payment of
registration fee in the Register of the demand will Technicians rejected (attach
copy received last newsletter);
e) membership of at least 8 months after the acquisition of the basic UEFA B
coaching license.
f) Certificate of fitness to practice non-competitive sports of football, released
by your doctor or in sports medicine specialists, under current laws, to serve
until the end of the course.
The following will not be admitted:
a) candidates in the 2014-2015 season and the current one have been
disqualified for a period exceeding 90 days;
b) candidates who, in the three previous football seasons, have been
disqualified, even not continuously, for more than 12 months following a
decision of an organ of F.I.G.C., became final;
c) students who, during the same frequency, incur a higher 90-day suspension.
- Obligation for
participants to attend
the educational
activities. The course
will end with a final
exam whose mark will
be valid as points for
admission to the
course Professional
Manager 1st category
- UEFA PRO
40 candidates
(25+15) in addition
to four places
reserved for
footballers or
former footballers
who have applied
to obtain the best
score in the ranking
'A.
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Italy
UEFA
Pro
256 hours €8000
a) Italian citizenship or residence for at least two years in Italy;
b) minimum age 32 years made to the expiration date of the submission of the
application;
c) license Lower Secondary School;
d) qualification of "professional Coach of the second category - UEFA A"
complying with the 'inclusion on the Albo;
e) membership of at least 8 months after obtaining the qualification of
"Professional Manager of the second category - UEFA A
f) certificate of fitness to practice non-competitive sports, issued by your
doctor or
in sports medicine specialists, under current laws, valid until the end
of the course.
The following will not be admitted to the course:
a) candidates who, in the 2013-2014 season and the current one, have been
disqualified for a
period exceeding 90 days;
b) candidates who, in the three previous football seasons, have been
disqualified, even not continuous for more than 12 months following a decision
of an organ of F.I.G.C. become
definitive;
c) students who, during the same frequency, incur
a more than 90 days suspension.
The course is
scheduled in two
sessions: a) The first
session will be
organized in a
modular form, with
the performance in
the months of
September, October,
November and
December 2016 and
January, February,
March, April and May
2017;
b) The second session
will be conducted on
an ongoing basis from
the month of June
2017;
c) the examinations
will be held in
September 2017 date.
1 course per year
(25 candidates)
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Name of
Governing
Body
Course Duration Cost Pre-requisites Additional Information
No. of
courses &
Strength
N. Ireland
Grassroots
introduction
3 hours 35
- Must be over 16 years of
age
volunteers, parents, teachers, and aspiring or existing coaches working in
the area of Grassroots Football with children between the ages of 5 - 12
N. Ireland IFA Level 1 30 hours 220
- Must be over 16 years of
age
- Must have completed
IFA Grassroots
introduction to coaching
award
- Practical assessment (15mins)
- Player development task (Practical and Theory)
- Coach Development Task (Practical and theoretical)
- 3 hour football specific First Aid workshop
- Safeguarding and Young people in Football workshop
- Online nutrition course
- Upload two one hour sessions on Irish FA platform
N. Ireland
Irish FA C
Certificate
(UEFA B
Licence Part 1)
77 hours 925
- Must have experience
working with young
players or schoolchildren
- Must have an Irish FA
Level 1 Award or
equivalent
- Must clear 2/3 assessments to progress to UEFA B (mandatory pass in 4v4
assessment)
- Must submit 25 hours of session plans and other online coursework
- Must complete all practical work within 2 years and all coursework within 1
year
4 x regional
course per
year
1 x National
course per
year
N. Ireland
UEFA B
Licence
Part 2
77 hours 925
- Must have an Irish FA C
award
- Total of three practical assessments: two during residential week -
functional practice (defensive or attacking) and 9v9 on principles of play
- Last will be carried out within a 12 month period
1 x course per
year
N. Ireland
UEFA A
Licence
180
hours
2750
- Must have a UEFA B
licence
- Minimum one year
should have been elapsed
between successful
completion of B licence
and enrolment for a
licence
- Divided into two annual parts. Part 1 and Part include theoretical and
practical aspects
- Candidates can take one practical coaching session during residential week
- Formal assessment will be taken subsequent months prior to Part 2 of the
course: 2 practical coaching assessments (11v11 session and 'Phase of play')
- Candidate must organise venue and players for assessment
- Minimum mark of 65% in theory assessment
1 x course per
year
N. Ireland UEFA Pro
360
hours
6000
- Must have a UEFA A
Licence from the Irish FA
1 x course per
2 years
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Name of
Governing
Body
Course Duration Cost Pre-requisites Additional Information
ROI
Level 1
(Football
leaders
award)
30 hours
€125 (for all three
courses)
-Safeguarding 1 course
-Must complete Garda Vetting application.
Split into 3 courses:
Kick Start 1
4v4 workshop
Kick start 2
ROI Level 2
9 days of practical
and theory
300
-Safeguarding 1 course
-Must complete Garda Vetting application
-Must have completed Kick Start 1,
4v4 workshop and Kick start 2 courses
Split into 3 courses:
7v7 workshop
S&C workshop
Youth certificate
ROI UEFA B
13 days of practical
and theory (250
course hours)
€1,580 for course
curriculum and an
assessment fee of €250
- Hold a current FAI Youth cert
- Must be currently coaching with elite youth or
senior players
- Completed child welfare workshop and garda
vetting process
-
ROI UEFA A
23 days of practical
and theory (280
course hours)
€2,790 for course
curriculum and an
assessment fee of €250
- Hold a current FAI UEFA B
- Minimum of 10 hour CPD
- Must be currently coaching with elite youth or
senior players
- Completed child welfare workshop and garda
vetting process
N/a
ROI UEFA PRO
250 contact hour
over a period of
two years
10000
-UEFA ‘A’ Licence (12 months minimum)
- Must be currently coaching with elite youth or
senior players
- 15 hours CPD complete
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Name of Governing
Body
Course Duration Cost (£) Pre-requisites Additional Information
Scotland Level 1 30 hours’ overall £165 (all three courses) - At least 16 years of age
Split into 3 courses:
- Development activities
- Coaching footballers 13+
-Coaching in the game
Scotland
Level 2 (C
Licence)
30 contact hours £300
- At least 18 years of age
- Must currently hold a level 1 coaching
qualification
This course is a pre-requisite
to enrol on the Level 5 UEFA
A Licence or Elite Youth A
Licence.
Scotland UEFA B
1 year
9 consecutive. Days at
St. Andrews including 2
tutorials days later
£1380 (intro) & £552
(Assessment)
- Completed the C Licence qualification
- Candidates may be subject to a
disclosure check
-
Scotland UEFA A
1 year
9 consecutive Days at
St. Andrews including 4
tutorials days later
£1650 (Intro) & £960
(Assessment)
- UEFA B Licence (or equivalent) and the
UEFA A Licence Preparatory course
- Must have completed the UEFA Basic
Licence in the last 5 years
N/a
Scotland UEFA PRO
Minimum 20-month
course
5760
- Hold a current UEFA A Licence
- Have a minimum of 6 years of
experience at a professional club
N/a
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Name of
Governing
Body
Course Duration Cost Pre-requisites Additional Information
USA National F 2 hours Free
should be at least 16 years of
age
- Digital coaching center
- Access to course content for 12 months after registration
- Multiple choice questions to be answered correctly after each
webinar
USA National E 18 hours N/A
- National F licence holders
who are at least 16 years of
age
- must complete two (2) Laws
of the Game assignments, two
(2) Team Management
assignments, a Concussion
Awareness course, and a
Prevention and Care webinar.
USA National D
36-40 hours held
over 2 weekends,
10 weeks apart
N/A
- National E licence holder for
a minimum of 6-months
- At least 16 years of age
USA National C 2-3 months N/A
- Must have held a U.S. Soccer
D licence for at least 12
months
- At least 18 years of age
- Currently coaching
- Course Meeting: 7 days onsite with full group
- Development period 1: 6-8 weeks - Assignments and mentoring
- Assessment Meeting: 3 days onsite with full group
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USA National B 4-5 months $3000
- Candidates must be at least
18 years of age
- Have held a U.S soccer C
license for at least 12 months
or have 3 or more years of
coaching experience
- Currently working in
appropriate soccer
environment for the course
content
- Meeting 1: 5 days onsite with full group
- Development period 1: 6-8 weeks - Assignments and mentoring
- Meeting 2: 5 days onsite with full group
- Development period 2: Assignments and mentoring
- Assessment: 2 days onsite with full group
- includes tuition, meals, housing, course materials and tools (housing
based on double occupancy, course cost does not include
transportation)
USA A - Youth
5-6 months - 4
course meetings
separated by 3
development
months
$4000
- Candidates must be at least
18 years of age
-Have held a U.S soccer B
license for at least 6 months
- 4 or more years of coaching
experience (any level)
- Currently coaching in
appropriate soccer
environment for the course
content
- Meeting 1: 5 days onsite with full group
- Development period 1: 6-8 weeks - Assignments and mentoring
- Meeting 2: 5 days onsite with full group
- Development period 2: Assignments and mentoring
- Meeting 3: 5 days onsite with full group
- Development period 3: Assignments and mentoring
- Assessment: Individual assessment in candidate's home
environment
- includes tuition, meals, housing, course materials and tools (housing
based on double occupancy, course cost does not include
transportation)
USA A - Senior
5-6 months - 4
course meetings
separated by 3
development
months
$4000
- Candidates must be at least
18 years of age
-Have held a U.S soccer B
license for at least 6 months
- 4 or more years of coaching
experience (any level)
- Currently coaching in
appropriate soccer
environment for the course
content
- Meeting 1: 5 days onsite with full group
- Development period 1: 6-8 weeks - Assignments and mentoring
- Meeting 2: 5 days onsite with full group
- Development period 2: Assignments and mentoring
- Meeting 3: 5 days onsite with full group
- Development period 3: Assignments and mentoring
- Assessment: Individual assessment in candidate's home
environment
- includes tuition, meals, housing, course materials and tools (housing
based on double occupancy, course cost does not include
transportation)
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Name of Governing
Body
Course Duration Cost (£) Pre-requisites Additional Information
Wales
Level 1 (Football
leaders award)
13 hours’ overall £75
- At least 16 years of age
Split into a practical day and
5 hours of online theory
Wales
Level 2 (C
Certificate)
5 days of practical
7 hours of theory
£250
- At least 18 years of age
- Must currently hold a football leaders
award
-Valid First Aid qualification (FAW or HSE
Recognised)
Wales UEFA B
6 Days of practical
6 Hours of theory
£800
- Coaching CV detailing your Coaching
and Playing Career to date.
-Valid FAW C Certificate or equivalent
-Valid First Aid qualification (FAW or HSE
Recognised)
Wales UEFA A 17 days (residential) £3700
- Coaching CV detailing your Coaching
and Playing Career to date.
- Minimum of 12 Months at UEFA B
Licence level or equivalent
- Valid First Aid qualification (FAW or HSE
Recognised)
N/a
Wales UEFA PRO
Minimum 20-month
course
£5760
-UEFA ‘A’ Licence (12 months minimum)
At least one year’s active coaching
experience as a UEFA ‘A’ Licence holder
N/a
