Course Description
The FA Coaching Blind Footballers (CBF) Course is designed to provide football coaches with an introduction to working effectively and confidently with blind footballers. Our experienced team of FA qualified tutors provide a quality service designed to support candidates through the course ensuring that individual needs are catered for.
Course Aims and Objectives
This course will provide an introduction to the organisation and delivery of safe and appropriate coaching sessions for blind players.
Course Content
Candidates will:
Gain a greater understanding of the game in the context of the FA’s LTPD model
Apply and extend existing coaching skills and experience to meet the needs of blind footballers
Establish effective communication skills when coaching blind footballer
Recognise the need to deliver relevant coaching sessions to effectively meet the developmental needs of the blind footballer
Gain an understanding of the different components of the game
Understand the characteristics blind footballers require to perform at a performance level of the game
Recognise the Player Pathway and competition structure available for blind footballers
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)
Course Pre-requisites
1st4Sport FA Level 1 Award in Coaching Football
Candidates must be available for all of the following dates to successfully complete the course;
Thursday 11th June - 18:30-21:30pm
Thursday 18th June - 18:30-21:30pm
Cancellation
The ‘Association’ has introduced a strict cancellation and transfer policy. Should a candidate need to cancel their place on a course for any reason, the following criteria will apply:
- More than 14 days’ notice – Full refund less a £20 administration charge.
- 14 days or less notice – 50% of course cost returned or transfer available for a surcharge of £20.
- 7 days or less notice – No refund is returned, only transfer available for a surcharge of £20.
Consideration will be given to candidates who, for health reasons are unable to attend and require a transfer to another course. A letter from a doctor or medical professional may be requested.
The deadline for registration has passed
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