The innovative FA Youth Award is as much about the HOW of working with young player as the WHAT. It is the first course that considers where the child is developmentally (in the four corners of: physical, psychological, technical and social aspects). Then it packages football through a number of exciting new activities in such a way that the coaching "fits" the child and not the other way round.
This marks a progressive change in coaching philosophy, creating a truly player-centred approach to the coaching and development of our young players.
Three modules are now available:
Module 1: Developing the Environment, focussing on the 5-11 age group
Module 2: Developing the Practice, focussing on 12-16 year old player
Module 3: Developing The Player, with emphasis on the 17-21 age group
The three modules comprise the FA Youth Award which is a Level 3
There is also a FA Youth Award Frequently asked questions document that can be viewed by clicking on the link to the right.