Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Football (L1CCF) is awarded in partnership with 1st4sport and is the first step towards becoming a recognised football coach. This Level 1 vocationally related qualification provides you with an opportunity to study and be assessed in both practical and theoretical aspects of coaching football at this level. The certificate qualifies you to coach grass roots club teams for children and young people under the supervision of a qualified football coach.

Anybody over 16 years of age with regular practical experience of participation in football, who is looking for an introduction to the vocational area of coaching Association Football. 

The Knowledge gained from this qualification will enable you to develop a basic understanding of safe, ethical and effective football coaching to young people.  The qualification is a stepping stone to other vocationally related areas including coaching, officiating and sports therapy.