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Age Appropriate Coaching - Introductory Module

This 6 hour course is aimed at Level 1 coaches and qualified teachers (QTS) who wish to further their knowledge and confidence of coaching young peopleIt will include practical sessions as well as theory and group discussions.

The course looks to build on the candidate’s knowledge and acts as a stepping stone to the FA Youth Award Module 1 “Developing the Environment” and the 1st4sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football.

Who is the course intended for?

The course has an open entry level although we recommend that coaches undertake the FA Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Football prior to attendance. Any coaches and qualified teachers (QTS) who wish to increase their knowledge and confidence in coaching football to young people

Course Information:

Minimum Age: 16
Course Duration: 6 hours
Course Prerequisites: None
Course Content:

Theory:

The course will introduce some key aspects in the following:

Managing Difference in your coaching sessions
The STEP principle
An introduction to Learning Preferences
The Coaching Environment
Fundamental Movements (ABC's)
Session Planning & Management

Practical:

Practical elements of the course will provide an introduction to:

-Fundamental Movements
-Application of the STEP principle
-Adaptation of coaching sessions related to the age and ability levels of players

Practical Involvement: Candidates will be encouraged to participate practically to maximise their opportunities for learning (This however will not prevent successful completion of the award).

Assessment: N/A

Re-assessment: N/A

Refresher: N/A

Suggested additional learning opportunities:

FAL Online Courses: Coaching Children, Running a Club, Futsal Laws of the Game, Soccer Camp Coaches, Planning, Preparing and Evaluating Coaching Sessions, Disciplinary, Fitness in Football Level 1, Psychology for Soccer Level 1, Player and Match Analysis.

-FA Youth Award Module 1 - Developing the Environment
-1st4sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Football
-FA Goalkeeping Coaching Award (Level 1)
-FAL Coaching Adults Course
-Introduction to Futsal Course
-Coaching Disabled Footballers Course
-Education Modules (selection of eight)

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