Course: The FA Level 1 in the Coaching Futsal

Course Information: This course will provide a benefit to learners on the basis that it will provide them with an understanding of the techniques and skills related to the game of Futsal. This course will help learners organise and deliver basic Futsal practices. It will also provide learners with an introduction to the structure of the game, the Laws and the role Futsal can play in developing underlying techniques and skills footballers.

Minimum age: Learners must be at least 16 years of age

Course Duration: 6 hours

Course pre-requisites: Prior to registration, learners are required to:

● Be accurately identified

● Be at least 16 years of age

● Hold as a minimum a current FA Emergency Aid/FA Level 1 Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAiF)*

● Have attended The FA Safeguarding Children Workshop within the last three years, or completed the re-certification*

*upon course completion these qualifications must remain in date to achieve certification.

Who is it for: Anyone who wishes to better understand futsal and support the development of futsal players in the grassroots game.

Course Content: Through the programme of training and assessment, learners will:

● Develop an appreciation and understanding of the basic techniques related to coaching Futsal

● Demonstrate an understanding of the underlying fundamental principles related to the game of Futsal

● Display a basic understanding of the Futsal Laws of the Game

● Develop an understanding of Futsal as a standalone game in its own right and the significant variances from conventional 5-a-side

● Develop an awareness of the part Futsal can play in the development of young players

Assessment: There is no formal assessment; the progress of learners is monitored through the group activities and discussions.

Equality: FA Education ensures that it treats people fairly and with respect. It provides access and opportunities for all members of the community to take part in, and enjoy, its activities in an atmosphere free from harassment, bullying, discrimination or abuse. FA Education will seek to provide a service that is appropriate to the needs of an individual and to make reasonable adjustments or provide support, where appropriate, to cater for those needs.

Course Details

Sunday 9th April 2017 - 09:30-17:00

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Manchester County FA

Coach Education Terms & Conditions


Bookings

Candidate bookings will only be reserved on receipt of full payment.

Credit and Debit Card payments are accepted with online and telephone bookings. Please visit www.manchesterfa.com for further details.


Payment can be made by cheque made payable to Manchester FA.

Manchester FA

Platt Lane Complex

The Complex Building

Yew Tree Road

Fallowfield

Manchester

M14 7UU


MFA will issue invoices to certain organisations (which need agreeing prior to booking) in respect of coach education payments. If payment is not received within 14 days the respective candidates will either be a) removed from the course or b) certification will not be processed. The organisation will not be eligible for invoice payments in the future.


Where clubs or other organisations have credit with MFA, authorisation must be given from the Club Secretary or nominated person to draw from these funds. MFA will send the club / organisation updated account information. Candidates will receive a receipt via email once their booking has been confirmed.

  • Candidates will receive written confirmation and further course information at least 7 days prior to the course.
  • Candidates MUST attend all aspects of the course to be eligible for certification.


Cancellations

If notification of a cancellation is received more than 14 days before the scheduled start date a refund will be issued minus a £10 administration charge.

Cancellations less than 14 days before the scheduled start of the course will not be eligible for a refund.

Any candidate who fails to attend the start date and fails to inform Manchester FA will not be eligible for a refund or to transfer between courses.


Transfers

If notification of a transfer to an alternative course is received more than 14 days before the scheduled start of the initial course no administration charge will be levied.

Transfers to an alternative course less than 14 days before the start of the initial course will be subject to a £10 administration charge.

If a club notifies MFA that a candidate is unable to attend less than 14 days before the start of the course and finds a suitable replacement a £10 administration fee will be charged.

A candidate may only transfer once between courses. Candidates who have transferred between courses will not be eligible for a refund if they are unable to attend even if this is more than 14 days before the start of the new course.

In the event of extenuating circumstances before or during the course,

please contact Manchester County FA on 0161 225 1966 or email courses@manchesterfa.com for further assistance.


Course Changes & MCFA Cancellations

MFA reserve the right to change the programme, the tutors, the venue or to reschedule an event without prior notice. Candidates will be advised of these changes as soon as possible. When notified of these changes candidates may either withdraw, with no liability for fees or transfer to another course of equal value with no charge.

If there are insufficient numbers MFA reserve the right to cancel the course with at least 5 days’ notice.

I understand that MFA and their servants, agents and employees are not under any liability whatsoever in respect of personal injury, loss or damage however caused, while taking part in any activities of the Association.

 

MCFA Coach Education Pricing Structure

Why is there a ‘Member’ and a ‘Non-Member’ fee?

Coaches actively working within a Manchester FA member club will be able to secure a place on any advertised courses at a reduced ‘Member’ fee. The ‘Member’ fee is inclusive of a £10.00 reduction. In addition, for all FA Level 2 courses, an additional FA/Sport England Bursary will apply*.

*Please note the bursary contribution varies dependent upon the course and is included within the advertised course price. FA/Sport England Bursaries are only available for coaches actively working within a Manchester FA member club.

Coaches who are not actively working with a Manchester FA member club will be able to secure a place on any advertised course at a ‘Non-Member’ fee.

Manchester FA monitor all candidates who attend our courses. Any candidate found to have booked onto a course at a ‘Member’ fee and who is not actively working with a Manchester FA member club will be asked to pay the difference immediately or may be removed from the course.

For further information please contact Manchester FA – courses@manchesterfa.com or alternatively, 0161 225 1966.



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