What the UEFA A Licence covers
Advanced game-model design. Working with performance analysts and S&C staff. Recruitment integration. Squad-rhythm management across competitions. Media and stakeholder communication. Crisis management within a season. Final assessment as part of a real first-team or senior-academy context.
Format
Three residential blocks (~15 days total over 12–18 months). Twelve months supervised practice within a competitive first-team or academy environment. Quarterly mentor reviews. Final assessment via a season-long portfolio. Total elapsed time: 12–18 months.
Frequently asked.
Do I need to be employed by a club to do UEFA A?
You need an environment to apply learning. Most candidates are first-team assistants, academy heads, or technical-area roles. We help candidates without a placement find one as part of intake.