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The content of the module will be driven by literature and will focus on the key themes related to the development and effective coaching of young (13+) and adult football players. The module will be taught through a combination of practical session on the pitch, lecturers and tutorial sessions.

The module will cover the following core areas:

• Functional (e.g. planning and organising a session, selecting equipment, setting up exercises, creating session plans, designing individual/team sessions, pitch size, numbers of players, duration)
• Principles of football (e.g. principles of attack/defence, tactical awareness based on playing position)
• Tactical/technical sessions focusing either on teams or individual players (e.g. knowledge, progressions, coaching points, game awareness)
• Delivery of sessions (e.g. communication, style/manner, feedback, pedagogy, reflection).

During this module you will complete the complete the UEFA C-licence. You must meet the standards set by the Scottish FA and the UEFA conventions in respect to the awards requirements in order to be awarded the licence and progress to the next stage of study.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to:

LO1: Develop an awareness of planning and delivering football coaching sessions appropriate for the age and level of player.

LO2: Gain an appreciation of the pedagogical knowledge around coach behaviour and communication.

LO3: Recognise and outline strengths and weaknesses of your own football coaching performance.

LO4: Engage with and satisfactory complete the UEFA C-licence and the standards set by the Scottish FA and the UEFA conventions in respect to the awards requirements.