Course Types
Miniroos Certificate Course
The Miniroos Certificate uses short, game-based sessions to introduce football to newcomers in an inclusive way. This short course, designed to coach kids aged four to nine years, is fully practical and encourages coaches to develop practices that are safe, fun and enjoyable.
This popular national program puts an emphasis on natural development and being active, as well as helping young players build a love for the game. Another highlight of the course is that coaches are exposed to the rules of the game as well as tips on building a team culture.
Foundation of Football Course
The Foundation of Football course is for individuals embarking on their coaching journey as well as parents and volunteer coaches frequently called upon to guide young players in grassroots football. The course equips people with essential skills for creating a safe and positive learning environment for players.
The central focus is to empower coaches to establish a safe and enjoyable environment for young players. It offers guidance on conducting engaging training sessions and provides pre-designed training plans for an entire season, alleviating coaches from the task of creating them themselves.
The practical component of the course encompasses various aspects of the game, such as playing formats and fundamental skills like dribbling, passing, receiving, and finishing; however, the primary emphasis is on coaching methods that foster an appropriate learning environment.
Foundation of Goalkeeping Course
The Foundation of Goalkeeping course is designed for coaches, parents and volunteers who want to support the development of young goalkeepers. This practical course introduces the fundamentals of goalkeeping, helping coaches create safe, engaging and enjoyable learning environments.
Participants will gain an understanding of key goalkeeping techniques, including handling, shot-stopping, positioning, footwork and distribution, while learning how to incorporate goalkeeper development into team training sessions.
Football Australia Level 1 Futsal Diploma (inc Foundation of Futsal)
The Football Australia Level 1 Futsal Diploma, which incorporates the Foundation of Futsal course, is designed for coaches looking to develop their knowledge and understanding of the fast-paced, technical game of futsal.
The course introduces key futsal principles, coaching methodologies and player development concepts, equipping coaches with the skills to deliver engaging training sessions and foster technical excellence in players. It provides a strong foundation for coaches seeking to progress within futsal coaching pathways and high-performance environments.
Football Australia/AFC C Diploma
The Football Australia/AFC C Diploma is the first step in the advanced coaching pathway and is designed for coaches working with youth and community players aged 12 years and above.
The course focuses on player development, coaching methodology, session planning and the principles of play, helping coaches create engaging learning environments that support both individual and team growth. It provides the foundation for coaches looking to progress into talent development and higher-performance coaching roles.
Football Australia/AFC B Diploma
The Football Australia/AFC B Diploma is designed for coaches who hold a Football Australia/AFC C Diploma and are working within youth development, talent pathways and senior community football.
The course builds on core coaching principles with a greater focus on team tactics, player development, game understanding and performance coaching. Through a blend of practical and theoretical learning, coaches develop the skills to effectively lead teams and support players in advanced development environments.
Football Australia/AFC A Diploma
The Football Australia/AFC A Diploma is designed for coaches who hold a Football Australia/AFC B Diploma and are working with advanced youth and senior players in high-performance environments.
The course focuses on developing expertise in team tactics, game analysis, leadership and performance coaching, with an emphasis on implementing effective systems and styles of play.
Delivered through a combination of face-to-face and online learning over approximately 12 months, the A Diploma prepares coaches to lead teams at the elite youth, New Balance NPL and senior levels of the game.
