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Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Football

* * * The next L1CCF will be running in the new year 2008 - please email natalie.cellamare@isleofmanfa.com to register on the waiting list. Those on the waiting list will be given advanced notice of forthcoming course dates. * * *

Who is the course for?

  • Managers and coaches of club/school teams aged 7-16 years of age.
  • Prospective candidates for the L2CCF
  • Club managers/coaches working towards achieving Charter Standard.
  • Minimum age: 16 years. 

Course Objectives 
On completion of the course candidates should be able to;

  • Promote and establish working relationships and high standards of behaviour with players, coaches, parents and officials in the overall development of football
  • Achieve an awareness of related aspects regarding children’s football including:
    • Child Protection
    • Laws of the Game
    • Long Term Player Development
    • Club Administration
    • Display Competence in Emergency Aid
    • Introduce youngsters under 11 years of age to Mini Soccer and promote its benefits for this age group
    • Organise and supervise 24 fun football game-like activities including Mini Soccer, small-sided games and conditioned games
    Obtain an awareness of further training opportunities for football coaching, medical and referee awards