FAW/UEFA Goalkeepers B Licence

Aim

This course is designed to support the development of in-game understanding and tactical knowledge. 

About

This course is made up of three online webinars, followed by a four in person contacts that will support your development and knowledge of goalkeeping coaching, in-game understanding and tactical knowledge.

Outcome

This course is designed to combine the technical mechanics of the goalkeeper and their role in the modern game. Exploring how coaches positively affect goalkeepers through realistic practices, and decision-making opportunities. Practical and theoretical presentations support the coach by building technical, tactical, physical, social and psychological knowledge. At this level, the ability to plan, prepare and reflect upon coaching sessions specific to goalkeepers, is key.

Discounted rate

To receive the discounted rate, candidates must be educated through the FAW Coach Education Programme and meet one of the below criteria:

• Coaching in Wales
• Resident in Wales
• Born in Wales
• Capped for Wales at Youth or Senior level

Eligibility

To be admitted to a FAW/UEFA Goalkeepers B coaching diploma course, candidates must:

• Possess sufficient spoken and written skills in English
• Meet the organiser’s admission criteria
• Submit all admission documents required by the course organiser
• Have no criminal record for crimes incompatible with the coaching profession

Application Process

Please submit your application, enclosing a CV, support letter from your club and a copy of your UEFA C Licence certificate (No other qualification can be accepted).

The documents will need to be uploaded to your ‘MyDocuments’ section on your lms.faw.cymru account. Further details will be emailed after your initial application.

The supporting letter must include, as a minimum.

• Confirmation that all information contained in the individual’s application is accurate
• Confirmation of the applicant’s current role within the club
• Any other relevant information
• Signed by an authorised signatory of the club.

Please Note: Any application submitted without the required documents will not be considered by the admissions panel.

Key Dates:
Application deadline – 29 November 2026
Acceptance/Rejection Emails – 7 December 2026
Payment Deadline – 7 January 2027