At UEFA Coaching Licence, we deliver the complete pathway of football coaching courses in the UK. Our experienced coach developers combine flexible online learning with hands-on practical sessions, giving you the skills and credentials to turn your passion for football into a rewarding coaching career.
Not sure which coaching badge is right for you? Here’s a quick overview of each level and where it can take you.
The UEFA C Licence is perfect for grassroots coaches, parent volunteers, and anyone taking their first steps into structured coaching. You’ll learn to create safe, enjoyable training environments where players of all ages can develop their skills and love for the game.
The UEFA B Licence is the minimum requirement for coaching in professional academies. This comprehensive course develops your understanding of technical, tactical, physical, and psychological player development. It’s where serious coaching careers begin.
The UEFA A Licence is the highest practical coaching award available. Delivered through residential modules, this elite qualification prepares you to work in professional football environments and develop players capable of performing at the highest level.
The UEFA Pro Licence is mandatory for managing in the Premier League, Champions League, and all top-tier European leagues. Beyond tactics, this 18-month programme develops the leadership and management skills required to create sustained success at the highest level.
Choosing where to complete your football coaching qualifications is an important decision. Here’s what makes us different
Every course we deliver meets UEFA's rigorous standards. Your licence is recognised across all 55 UEFA member nations, giving you the freedom to coach anywhere in Europe.
Learn from professionals who've worked at every level of the game. Our tutors bring real-world experience from grassroots community football through to professional club environments.
We understand you have commitments. Our courses blend online theory modules with practical pitch sessions, allowing you to study around work and family while still getting essential hands-on experience.
We guide you through each stage of your coaching journey. From your very first qualification to the Pro Licence, we help you understand what's needed and when you're ready for the next step.
Cost shouldn't be a barrier to your coaching ambitions. We'll help you explore funding options that could reduce your course fees by up to 85%.
To start coaching formally in the UK, you'll need to begin with the Introduction to Coaching Football course, which qualifies you for the UEFA C Licence. The C Licence is the foundation qualification that allows you to coach at grassroots level. From there, you can progress through the B, A, and Pro Licences depending on your career ambitions. You don't need any previous playing experience to begin your coaching journey.
Costs vary by level. The UEFA C Licence starts at £650, though funding can reduce this to as little as £95. The UEFA B Licence costs £1,200 (potentially £180 with funding). The UEFA A Licence is approximately £3,645, and the UEFA Pro Licence costs around £9,890. Visit our {Costs and Funding page} for a complete breakdown and information about financial support options.
The UEFA B Licence course itself takes 6-12 months to complete. However, you must hold a UEFA C Licence for at least 12 months before you can apply, and you need to be actively coaching throughout. So the minimum time from starting your coaching journey to achieving a UEFA B Licence is approximately 2 years.
Absolutely. Many successful coaches never played professional football. The qualification pathway is based on your coaching ability, not your playing history. What matters is your commitment to learning, your passion for developing players, and your willingness to put in the hours on the training pitch. The courses teach you everything you need to know.
With a UEFA C Licence, you can coach youth and adult teams at grassroots level, work in school sports programmes, and volunteer or work at FA-affiliated community clubs. It's the standard qualification for anyone coaching children's football in the UK. Many part-time and volunteer coaching positions require the C Licence as a minimum.
Yes. UEFA coaching licences are recognised across all 55 UEFA member nations throughout Europe. If you qualify in the UK, your licence is valid in Spain, Germany, France, Italy, and every other European country. This makes UEFA qualifications particularly valuable for coaches seeking international opportunities.
The UEFA B Licence focuses on individual player development and prepares you to coach at grassroots, amateur, and lower professional levels. It's the minimum requirement for academy coaching. The UEFA A Licence is the highest practical coaching qualification and prepares you for elite environments, focusing on team tactics, systems of play, and developing players for top-level football. The A Licence qualifies you to be a head coach at professional second-tier level or work with elite youth players.
Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what coaches who’ve trained with us have to say about their experience.
"What impressed me most was the quality of the other coaches on my course. The networking alone was worth the investment. I've made connections that have led to two job offers and countless learning opportunities. These courses attract serious people."
As a female coach, I wasn't sure what to expect. From day one, I felt welcomed and valued. The tutors created an environment where everyone could learn and grow. I've since completed both my C and B licences and I'm now preparing for the UEFA A."
"The UEFA A Licence was intense but transformative. The residential modules at St George's Park gave me insights into elite coaching I couldn't have gained anywhere else. I'm now assistant coach at a Championship club. This qualification changed my career trajectory."
I was sceptical about whether I needed formal qualifications after 20 years of playing professionally. I was wrong. The Pro Licence taught me that great players don't automatically make great managers. The leadership modules were genuinely eye-opening."
