The Higher Sports Technician qualification in Football certifies that its holder possesses the necessary competencies to plan and lead the training of football players and teams, manage their participation in intermediate and high-level competitions, and direct football academies.
Upon completion of this advanced qualification, students receive the highest coaching certification available to a football coach in Spain. Graduates may apply for a federation coaching license, which authorizes them to coach at all levels of Spanish football, including regional representative teams and senior national teams.
To access the Higher Level programme in the Football specialisation, applicants are required to hold a Baccalaureate (or an academically equivalent qualification), the Sports Technician Diploma in Football, and must also demonstrate coaching experience.
In addition, this Higher Sports Technician in Football qualification provides direct access to university studies in: Education, Social Education, Physiotherapy, Social Work, Nursing, Tourism, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Activity and Sports Sciences.
At a glance
- Assume professional responsibilities independently or within a public organization or private company.
- Carry out activities in the field of football coaching and player development, as well as the management and leadership of high-performance athletes and teams.
- Work in the area of sports management, providing services in the administration and leadership of football departments, divisions, and football academies.