Coaching

UEFA B Licence Introductory Course

Course Level	Scottish FA Level Three
Coaching Pathway	Main (Youth/Adult) Pathway
Course Aim	On completion of the course, the candidate will be better equipped to be able to: Coach his/ her team during matches. Prepare and conduct training sessions. Work on the team’s development (in cooperation with all support staff). Direct and support players’ development. Contribute to club policy. Deal with all other factors affecting the team’s performance.
Target Candidate	Those coaches actively working in the game, with a minimum of: Youth players Amateur players
Admission Criteria/ Prerequisites	In order to be considered for the Scottish FA/ UEFA ‘B’ Licence Introductory course, candidates must have as a minimum: Scottish FA ‘C’ Licence completed within the past three years, or Scottish FA ‘C’ Licence which has been kept valid through completion of appropriate CCD accreditation, or Scottish FA Youth Award which has been kept valid through completion of appropriate CCD accreditation Scottish FA Goalkeeping Level 3 completed with the past three years (or that is valid through completion of appropriate CCD accreditation), or Five (5) years playing experience at national league level, and Scottish FA Physical Preparation for Youth/ Adult award (Candidates can apply without this Pre-requisite, however the qualification must be achieved prior to attending the UEFA A Licence), Children’s Wellbeing in Scottish Football award, and Access to the minimum standard of team (i.e. youth players/ amateur players) for the full duration of the course, including completion of all tasks and assignments
Overseas/ International Candidates	In addition to the above, overseas/ international candidates must also submit: Evidence of Scottish FA ‘C’ Licence equivalent (as well as evidence of appropriate CPD accreditation, if applicable) Coaching & Playing/ Football CV Two (2) written references Letter of support (normally from the club/ team that will be worked with for the duration of the course) Letter outlining why you wish to undertake the UEFA B Licence with the Scottish FA Completed and authorised UEFA Cross Border Form – only required if you have previously completed a UEFA course
Course Duration / Dates	On course (Direct contact): Two course meetings, comprising a total of 11 days, over a 10-month period, as follows: Nine day continuous block; 19th - 27th May 2019 Tutorial days; 22nd - 23rd March 2020 Off course (Tasks and assignments): Tasks and assignments to be completed at the behest of the Scottish FA staff and tutors Course candidates should allow approximately 10 days for the completion of these additional tasks and assignments
Assessment	As an absolute minimum, course candidates are expected to attain 100% attendance during course hours, and must complete all tasks and assignments to a satisfactory level, within the specified deadline.
Cost	£1525
Payment	Once your application has been approved, you will be sent a request for payment. Payment must then be made in full, as soon as possible, but definitely by the deadline date given. Failure to make payment by the deadline will result in your course place being forfeited.
Cost Inclusive	Access to the Scottish FA Live Learning Management System (LMS), including all course notes and materials; Adidas kit (not including boots/ trainers); access to video analysis software; access to coaching session planning software; lunches during each day of the course (dinner will also be given should course timetabling dictate evening sessions).
Additional Information	The course is practical in nature, and all course candidates will be expected to participate in football-related activity for the full duration of the course. The Scottish FA Live LMS will be utilised for the dissemination of all course materials; candidates are expected to check the LMS regularly for updates and notifications. Similarly, all given tasks and assignments must be uploaded to the LMS and completed in an appropriate format. It is therefore a requirement that candidates have a basic level of computer literacy.
Course Completion	On successful completion of the Scottish FA/UEFA B Licence Introductory course, candidates are permitted to present for the Scottish FA/UEFA B Licence Assessment course within three years
Application	Applications are being accepted from the Friday 30^th November and will close on Sunday 10^th February 2019. Candidates can apply for the UEFA B Licence Introduction online via the Scottish FA Live site. To apply for the course firstly log in to Scottish FA Live: https://www.scottishfalive.co.uk/scottishfa/coaches/ and select the “Book a Course” tab. Then select “UEFA B Licence Application” from the drop down menu. Please leave the Region drop down as “Please Select” then click the search icon. Next, select “Fees and How to apply” then click “Book Now”. There is a £20 application fee, once this has been processed you will have access to the application form.
Further Information	Please email: coaching@scottishfa.co.uk

UEFA B Licence Assessment Course

Course Level	Scottish FA Level Three
Coaching Pathway	Main (Youth/Adult) Pathway
Course Aim	On completion of the Scottish FA/UEFA B Licence Introductory course within the past three years, the candidate will be better equipped to be able to: Coach his/ her team during matches Prepare and conduct training sessions Work on the team’s development (in cooperation with all support staff) Direct and support players’ development Contribute to club policy Deal with all other factors affecting the team’s performance
Target Candidate	Those coaches who have been actively working in the game, having completed the Scottish FA/UEFA B Licence Introductory course within the past three years.
Admission Criteria/ Prerequisites	In order to be considered for the Scottish FA/UEFA B Licence Assessment course, candidates must have as a minimum: Scottish FA/UEFA B Licence Introductory course completed within the past three years AND Scottish FA Children’s Wellbeing in Scottish Football award completed within the past three years AND A fully completed and cleared PVG check administered by Scottish FA Coach Education prior to course commencement, but within the past three years.
Course Duration	On course (Direct contact): Four- day continuous block in May 2019
Course Dates	The UEFA B Assessment course will take place from 26th May - 29th May 2019
Assessment	As an absolute minimum, course candidates are expected to attain 100% attendance during course hours, and must complete all tasks and assignments to a satisfactory level, within the specified deadline. Additionally, candidates will be assessed on the planning, execution and delivery of a full training session as well as their full participation over the four day period.
Cost	£620
Payment	Once your application has been approved, you will be sent a request for payment. Payment must then be made in full, as soon as possible, but definitely by the deadline date given. Failure to make payment by the deadline will result in your course place being forfeited.
Cost Inclusive	Access to the Scottish FA Live Learning Management System (LMS), including all course notes and materials; Adidas kit (not including boots/ trainers); lunches during each day of the course (dinner will also be given should course timetabling dictate evening sessions).
Additional Information	The course is practical in nature, and all course candidates will be expected to participate in football-related activity for the full duration of the course. The Scottish FA Live LMS will be utilised for the dissemination of all course materials and information; candidates are expected to check the LMS regularly for updates and notifications.
Course Completion	On successful completion of the Scottish FA/UEFA B Licence Assessment course, candidates will be awarded the Scottish FA/UEFA B Licence Diploma.
Licence Validity	The Scottish FA/UEFA B Licence must be kept valid by accruing a minimum of 15 hours of accredited Continuous Professional Development (CPD) every three years.
Further Information	Please email: coaching@scottishfa.co.uk

Pathway Adult/Youth/GK

Level Three

Course UEFA B Licence

Duration See Description

Cost £1525 (Intro) / £620 (Assessment)