Coach Education

Nurturing the game for a better future

Larne Grassroots Development Programme

Coach Education

Grassroots Introductory Award

This attendance based award is aimed at volunteers, parents, and aspiring or existing coaches working in the area of Grassroots Football. The course is 3 hours in duration, with both theoretical and practical content. Participants who complete the course will be presented with the “Grassroots Introductory Certificate” and resource booklet.

This award is not part of the ongoing coaching ladder, however it is designed to encourage those involved in Grassroots Football to gain some information and knowledge and, hopefully, the confidence to go on and take the IFA Level One Coaching Certificate.

Course Fee - £35

Level One Certificate in Coaching Football

The Level One Award qualifies you to coach children and young people (6-16) under the supervision of a more qualified football coach. A Level One Coaching Award candidate must complete 21 guided learning hours with a tutor (this includes a certified IFA Child Protection course) The course also provides a certified football specific first aid course.

In addition to the above, each candidate must complete his / her log sheet with 6 hours’ coaching experience at their local club/school or at a Cooperative Insurance Licensed Skills Development Centre.

This course will assist you in gaining knowledge to develop basic understanding of safe, ethical and effective football coaching for young people.

Course Fee - £200

Click here to download a grassroots intro application form