Irish FA Grassroots Introduction to Coaching Award

Course Entrance Requirements

Anyone over 14 years of age may apply.


Course Outline

The Irish FA’s Grassroots Introduction to Coaching Award is designed to provide an overview of the football context in Northern Ireland. Additionally, it prepares candidates who are coaching within grassroots football on the skills required as a grassroots coach, offering strategies and education on coaching development. It is an e-learning (online only) module and offers a support network to start candidates on their coaching journey.

It is specifically designed for aspiring coaches, volunteers, grassroots leaders, schools, parents and guardians working in the area of Grassroots Football with children between the ages of 5 and 12.

Participants who complete the course will be awarded a certificate which will be available to download from the platform.