FA Level 2 Coaching Courses
FA Level 2 Coaching Courses (UEFA B Part 1 License)
The FA Level 2 Coaching Course (or 1st4sport Level 2 Award in Coaching Football QCF) is designed for coaches with one or two season's experience who would like to formalize and develop their skills. Its similar to Level 1 in that its an open entry course designed to be a starting point for all further stages on the FA Coaching Pathway but its generally recommend that Level 1 is completed first by coaches lacking on pitch experience in order to get the most out of Level 2.
Level 2 is generally offered as a 60 hour guided learning course and includes theory, practical demonstrations and practice sessions for basic essential techniques such as ball control, running with the ball, passing, dribbling, turning, heading shooting and goalkeeping. The practical part of the curriculum is broken down into 16, tightly targeted categories:
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Tactical knowledge and skills are also covered with particular focus on defense and attack strategies. Theoretical tuition includes a wide range of essential topics such as the laws of the game, planning, preparation and evaluation of coaching sessions, fitness training for football and nutritional support.
With an awareness that the modern game is not simply about the football itself, new coaches are also introduced to on and off pitch essentials such as health and safety guidelines, emergency first aid and avoiding and recognizing injuries.
For all coaches involved in the FA coaching programme or actively coaching teams, we recommend Total Team Manager coaching software. With 350 animated drills and small sided games and 60+ videos, it helps coaches develop their training tactics and drill skills quickly and effectively. It now comes complete with Tactics Manager which allows drag and drop design and printing of your own 2D and 3D drills and tactical sessions. The resulting team handouts are clear and engaging and help you get your ideas across to your players as effectively as possible.
