UEFA A Licence Part 2 (CL4233)

Course duration:	8 days (residential)
Dates (attendance is mandatory on all course dates):	12th - 19th August 2013
Enrolment deadline:	8th July 2013
Venue:	St. George's Park
Course tutor(s):	TBC
Course fees:	Licensed Coach (member of The FA Licensed Coaches' Club)	£1,895
	Unlicensed Coach (Yet to join The FA Licensed Coaches' Club)	£2,465
Fee includes:	Accomodation Meals Tuition Resources
Course pre-requisites:	UEFA A Part 1
Who is it for?:	For coaches who are, or who intend to be working in 11v11 football within the international, professional, semi-professional and elite girls or youth programmes. Candidates are strongly advised to ensure they will have access to sufficient players to practice 11v11 sessions between Part 1, Part 2 and the final assessment.
Course content:	The following practical aspects will be included in the course curriculum: Part 1: Attacking from set plays (corner, freekick, throw-in) Development of possession and effective movement: possession, playing out from a back three Tactical use of possession Development of quick inter passing and quick attacking play Counter-attacking Coach wingers how, where and when to receive the ball Crossing and finishing Defending deep with a back three Defending deep with a back four Defending with a back three Pressing Transition Goalkeeping Fitness Part 2: The full-back as an attacker No.4 as a quarter-back Overcoming deep-lying defences The role of the no.9 The role of the no.10 The shadow striker plus wrong-sided wide men Flexible forwards Attacking with a sweeper Defending with a sweeper Game Management: 'coaching in the game' Varied coaching styles and methods will be developed throughout the course, and the use of functional practices, phases of play, small-sided games and 11v11 structures will be employed in the presentation of the practical content. The following theoretical aspects will be included in the course curriculum: Problem-solving exercises Performance and match analysis Strategies and tactics Principles and systems of play Communication skills Player development Psychology - how players learn, what motivates them Planning for performance The content exceeds the minimum requirements specified under UEFA guidelines (120 guided learning hours), as it is designed specifically to meet the needs of coaches working in England.
Course Duration:	The course is divided into two residential parts: Part 1 of the course runs over 13 days, during which time candidates will be filmed delivering a practical session, as well as participating in the theory and practical sessions. Part 2: Candidates will return for an eight-day Part 2 course, and will again be filmed delivering one practical session, as well as participating in the remaining theory and practical syllabus. Final assessment will take place after Part 2, and candidates will be sent details of assessment opportunities. Please note that Part 2 and initial assessment must be completed within three years of taking the Part 1. Candidates will then have two further years for reassessment.
Pre-course task:	N/A
Post-course task:	N/A
Course assessment:	Assessment is via successful completion of: All candidate learning activities The practical delivery of themed 45-minute coaching session utilising coaching session formats from the course syllabus culminating in a minimum of 20 minutes in either a phase of play or a small-sided game (8v8)
Re-assessment:	There is no limit to the number of reassessment opportunities, though candidates must successfully complete a re-assessment within the five-year registration period. Detailed, constructive feedback will be given at the end of the assessment, with an action plan regarding the next stage. Please Note: The re-assessment fees are not included in the course fees listed.
Where to go next?:	UEFA Pro Licence The FA Academy Managers' Licence
Dress code:	Standard dress code on the course is casual. For practically based courses, please bring sufficient outdoor kit/clothing for the duration of the course. The venue ask that candidates refrain from wearing muddy footwear inside the building. Should the course require any alternative dress, this will be detailed in the course joining instructions.
Medical information/physical requirements:	If you have any medical conditions which limit/hinder your involvement or participation in coaching activities, you are obliged to declare any relevant, current or previous injuries/illnesses. If you are diagnosed as an asthmatic, diabetic or epileptic, or have any allergies that the course staff needs to be aware of, you must advise us accordingly. Please note, a declaration of injury or illness does not automatically preclude you from any course. You should further be aware that if you are on a regular course of medication for any condition, you must have sufficient medication to cover you throughout the course. Although first aid cover is provided (where applicable) during courses, no doctor is available to replenish regular medication, nor is there any facility to deliver medical treatment for chronic (longstanding) medical conditions. Please provide any relevant information regarding the above Medical Information during the application process. If your application to enrol is successful candidates will be required to complete a Medical Form prior to commencing the course.
Practical Information:	Please note that if a student has a disability that may prevent them participating actively in the practical sessions, then this should be made known to the course organiser at the point of registration. The course organiser will then take any necessary steps to cater for the students requirements which may include bringing in footballers to ensure there are sufficient numbers of players.
Equality:	FA Learning will ensure that it treats people fairly and with respect and that it will provide 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 Learning will seek to provide a service which is appropriate to the needs of an individual and to make reasonable adjustments or provide support, where appropriate, to cater for those needs.
Football League funding:	Coaches working exclusively in Academies/Centres of Excellence at Football League clubs may be able to access funding through their club. If your club is providing this funding, please email FALearningSupport@TheFA.com with the following details: Club Name Course Name & Dates Full Name FA Number (if known) Date of Birth We will then verify this with your Academy/CoE Manager/Administrator before enrolling you on the course. Please ensure you have authorisation from the club before sending this email.
Enrolment:	This course operates an "open" enrolment system. To enrol on this course, please sign in below with your FA Number and Password. In order to enrol on this course, candidates must meet the course pre-requisites specified in the above description. Once you have enrolled, FA Learning will then check your pre-requisites. In the event that we are not able to find a record of you holding the specified pre-requisites, we will contact you for verification. At this stage, candidates who do not meet the pre-requisites will have their place cancelled and a full refund issued. Please Click Here for FA Learning Terms & Conditions
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