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Course description

This course is based on a Sports Coaching framework with a practical focus on the performance aspects of Football. It will give you the opportunity to be educated at SCQF Level 7 whilst continuing to develop your footballing ability and coaching proficiency. The theories of coaching will be applied in a Football context with additional opportunities to develop your coaching ability whilst on placement.

This HNC includes an embedded, stand alone, industry-recognised Professional Development Award in Sports Coaching at SCQF Level 7 jointly certificated by SportScotland and the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).

The HNC comprises of practical sessions, lectures and group work, delivered by vastly experienced professional Football coaches at Broadwood Football Stadium (Broadwood Campus, Cumbernauld) who are qualified to UEFA Pro and A Licence level who will share current and relevant industry experience to motivate you to succeed.

 

 

Entry requirements

One of the following:

  • We recommended having achieved 2 highers, with a minimum of at least 1 Higher at C grade or above, in a related subject.
  • NQ Sport and Fitness Level 6 or other relevant qualifications.

Applications may be considered for those who do not meet the minimum entry requirements but who can demonstrate a keen interest in fitness or sport and/or have other relevant prior learning, life or work experience within a Football context. Each applicant is considered on an individual basis.

Please note: 

  • This course is subject to a Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) check.
  • Due to the high number of applications received, not all applicants who meet the minimum requirements can be selected for interview. Therefore, a well-written personal statement will be supportive in this process.
  • All applicants must submit a personal statement and include all qualification details within their application. 
  • Payment of Coach Education qualifications will be required depending on which ones are undertaken.

Progression

Success on this course may lead to entry to more in-depth study on HND in Sports Coaching and Development or articulation to Year 1 and some Year 2 degree courses in Sports Coaching, Sport Development or Sports Science at selected Scottish universities, or a move into employment.

Course options

Course Type: Full-time
Details
Date: 25/08/2025 to 12/06/2026 Cost: Get in touch with the course provider or visit their website for more information
Venue details

Broadwood Campus

Broadwood Stadium

1 Ardgoil DriveCumbernauld

Course provider

New College Lanarkshire

Broadwood Campus
Broadwood Stadium
1 Ardgoil DriveCumbernauld