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UEFA C · Licence

UEFA C Licence

Grassroots & youth — the entry point.

What this licence is.

The UEFA C Licence is the entry point — designed for the coach moving into grassroots, youth and pre-academy football. It is also the foundation every higher UEFA licence is built on.

Who it's for.

School coaches, community programme leads, parent-volunteers stepping up to academy assistant, ambitious players transitioning to coaching.

Curriculum.

  • →Coaching philosophy and ethics
  • →Session planning for U12 to U15
  • →Long-term player development frameworks
  • →Communication with parents and clubs
  • →Foundational tactical principles
  • →Practical assessment of a self-designed training block

Prerequisites.

  • ·No playing requirement
  • ·Active or planned coaching environment for supervised practice

Frequently asked.

Do I need playing experience?

No. A working coaching environment matters more — school, club, academy or community programme. We help with placement if needed.

Is UEFA C enough to coach in the PSL?

No — first-team PSL coaching needs a CAF A minimum. UEFA C is for youth/grassroots and is the foundation for higher UEFA licences.