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The collaboration between the Youth Football League Dubai and the Scottish Football Association (SFA) aims to enhance football coaching standards in the UAE by delivering a range of coach education courses tailored for the YFL coaching community. These courses typically cover fundamental aspects of coaching, including player development, tactical understanding, and coaching methodologies.
The Scottish FA coaching courses are highly regarded, making them an excellent choice for anyone looking to develop their skills as a coach. The Scottish FA courses follow the UEFA coaching pathway, ensuring that coaches are trained to the highest European standards. This makes the qualifications internationally recognised and respected across football communities, giving you a solid foundation to coach at various levels.
The courses are practical and theory-based, ensuring coaches can apply their learnings directly to the youth football environment. The community aspect encourages knowledge sharing, collaboration, and opens doors to coaching opportunities within and beyond the UAE.
Courses
Schedule
Eligibility
Course Price
Coach DevelopmentCoursesSFA Level 1 & Level 2 Combined Course
Level 1:
Level 2:
ScheduleBlock 1:
Block 2:
Block 3:
EligibilityCourse PriceSFA Level 1 & Level 2 Combined Course
AED 8,950 + VAT
Candidates will receive one full coaching kit (Top/Shorts/Socks) and one meal and beverage daily throughout the course.
*This does not include accommodation or travel.
Coach DevelopmentCandidates that complete both the SFA Level 1 (1.1/1.2/1.3) & Level 2 (C License) courses will be eligible to convert the SFA C License to a UEFA C License effective upon successful completion of the course.
Coaches that want to continue their coach education & development may apply for the UEFA B License course with the Scottish FA.
The Scottish FA’s coach education courses are designed for:
Youth Football Coaches: Individuals coaching youth teams, from grassroots to more competitive levels, who want to improve their skills in working with young players.
Aspiring Coaches: Newcomers to coaching who are passionate about football and want to start a career in coaching, particularly with a focus on youth development.
Current Coaches Looking to upskill: Experienced coaches who want to further develop their technical, tactical, and managerial knowledge, especially in the youth football environment.
Parents or Volunteers: Individuals who support youth teams, such as parents or volunteers, who wish to gain a better understanding of coaching principles and methodologies.
These courses are ideal for anyone involved in youth football, whether at a recreational or competitive level, and who want to contribute to the long-term development of young players.
Yes, all participants will need to attend all days scheduled to pass the course.
Yes, upon successful completion of a Scottish FA coach education course, you will receive a certification that recognises your achievement by the Scottish FA. This certification:
Depending on the course level (e.g., Introduction to Coaching, C Licence, Goalkeeping Licence), the certification can also help you progress toward higher coaching qualifications within the Scottish FA and UEFA coaching structures.
Certificates can be downloaded through the candidates SFA COMET account.
The courses will be assessed both with practical assessments and theory throughout the course blocks.
Yes, completing a Scottish FA coach education course can qualify you to begin or advance your coaching career, but the specific roles you’re eligible for will depend on the level of certification you’ve achieved.
While some entry-level courses will qualify you to work in grassroots settings, higher-level courses like the C Licence and beyond open up opportunities in competitive youth leagues, clubs, and academies. Keep in mind that local regulations or clubs may have additional requirements, but Scottish FA certifications are widely recognized and respected within the coaching community.
Yes, this course is open to coaches both domestic and abroad.
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