Online-based

Professional Diploma in Football Coach

1,261 $
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Description

In this program, you will learn to identify the key components of FC Barcelona’s game idea; these are the foundation for our trademark style which is used by our first division football team as well as at the youth football teams. The continuous progress in the development and evolution of tactical analysis in football makes study and training in this field of work permanent. The work proposals are increasingly broad for analysts, which allows them to take work roles in specific topics of analysis. For this reason, we will delve into the specific assessment of the goal-kicks phase; the analysis of set pieces in order to optimise them to the maximum and, in this way, gain a competitive advantage over our opponents; the analysis of the most common high pressure situations in a football match, offering the tools for a better understanding of this phase of the game; finally, we will approach the observation methodology used at FC Barcelona focussed on Youth Football categories.

1,261 $

START DATE

10/01/2025

Level
Advanced
Delivery mode
Online-based
Duration
10 months
Average dedication
6/8 weekly hours
Delivered in
English
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Learn to

Implement the tools, methods, and strategies in relation to tactical analysis in football, providing specific skills to satisfy the demand for specific roles by professional clubs.
Identify the parameters and tactical elements of the start phase of the game to select, organize, and transmit essential information effectively using technological tools.
Understand the importance of ABP (Actions by Players) in current football and acquire resources and criteria to develop analysis in this area.
Apply the most relevant theoretical and practical content for analyzing the high-pressure phase in football, enabling identification and recognition of various high-pressure situations and proposing training tasks.
Learn a new observation methodology focused on Formative Football based on your own team, covering training sessions to matches.

Experts Advisors:

Paco Seirul·lo Vargas

Alberto Angelastri

Joan Vicente Armengol

Jordi Pons Bolívar

Isidre Ramón Madir

Course Syllabus

The basics of our style of play

Module 1: The science behind Barça Football Module 2: The elements involved Module 3: The defining concepts of Barça Football Module 4: The game as a process

What to train

Module 1: Optimizing training Module 2: Cognitive elements of the player Module 3: Group elements of the team Module 4: The phases of play

How to train it

Module 1: Train-optimize Module 2: The training session Module 3: Training specific to Barça Football I Module 4: Training specific to Barça Football II

Pedagogical Exchange with the Player: The Role of the Coach-Trainer in the Learning Process

Module 1. Critical Thinking and Methodological Context Where do we come from and where are we going? Understand what is the ultimate goal of the methodology and how to integrate all the existing elements in the learning context. Module 2. The Coach's Learning Why do the coaches see what they see? Understand how their behaviours emerge and how to get in tune with the team's context. Module 3. Coach-Player Interaction How to optimise the exchange of information and have a greater impact on the learning process? Understand the environmental conditions through which the player’s naturalised behaviours are facilitated and generated. Module 4. Pedagogical Exchange with the Player. Learning Strategies and Atmosphere.

Pedagogical exchange with the player: video feedback in the continuum of motor practice

Module 1. Observational learning how to give feedback? Understand what differential aspects are added in the coach's work when combining visual feedback with physical practice. Module 2. Training practices. Where to give the feedback? Pay attention as a coach to the resulting effect on the player of the relationship between the practice context and the intervention style. Module 3. Exchange with the player through observational learning. Anticipate and concrete multimodal extrinsic information to enhance the motor learning process. Module 4. The visual feedback on video. Why give video-feedback? Alter the viewing speed to specify the interaction.

Pedagogical exchange with the player: the design of the Preferential Simulation Situations (PSS) in relation to the preference of didactic content

Module 1. Coordinative Preference PSSs Module 2. Cognitive Preference PSSs Module 3. Contextual Preference PSSs Module 4. Cross-sectional parameters: introduction to variability and oriented or exploratory planning

Analysis of the start phase of the game

Module 1: Definition and evolution of the start phase and understanding of the general analysis criteria Module 2: Study of the structural elements of the start phase Module 3: Study of the dynamic elements of the start phase Module 4: Statistical analysis, selection and presentation of information

Set piece analysis

Module 1: The importance of SPs and introduction to their analysis Module 2: Defensive SPs Analysis Module 3: Offensive SPs Analysis Module 4: Methodological trends in SP training

What Does It Include?

24-hour access to study material, from anywhere, on any device
Accompaniment, monitoring and virtual support from an expert in the field
Activities and assessments with personalized feedback
Discussion forums and interaction with colleagues from all over the world
Certificate issued by Barça Innovation Hub and endorsed by the corresponding institution.
Self-assessment to measure your learning progress
What is the value of this certificate?

This certificate demonstrates your expertise and validates the skills you acquire through the course. While it is not accredited by governing bodies like CAF, AFC, or FIFA, it is issued by Barça Innovation Hub, offering credible recognition for your professional development.

Is this course accredited by CAF, AFC, FIFA, or other governing entities?

No, the certificate is not directly accredited by governing bodies like CAF, AFC, or FIFA. However, it is part of Barça Innovation Hub's executive education programs, designed to develop specific skills and enhance professional growth.

What is Barça Innovation Hub?

Barça Innovation Hub is FC Barcelona's R&D and knowledge-sharing center, focused on innovation in sports performance, medical services, technology, and team sports. It collaborates with leading professionals and brands to create impactful educational programs.

How are the courses delivered?

Online-based programs: 100% online with flexible access to all course materials and expert support.

How long is the course?

Most courses are one month long. For more advanced programs or diplomas, durations range from 2 to 9 months. Specific details are available in the program catalog.

When does the course start?

The course starts on the 10th of each month. Registration closes on the 5th of each month, so be sure to enroll before the deadline.

 

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