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UEFA A Licence Courses
Working together with the Lithuanian Football Federation, we are delighted to open registrations for the UEFA A Licence course for international coaches. The UEFA A Licence is designed for ambitious coaches looking to operate at a higher level of the game. The course develops advanced knowledge in tactical analysis, team management, leadership, player development, and performance planning. Coaches are challenged to critically reflect on their coaching practice while learning to create effective training environments that support both individual and team performance. Delivered through a blend of online learning and in-person practical modules, the UEFA A Licence provides a clear pathway for coaches seeking to progress towards elite coaching environments and higher levels of the UEFA coaching pathway.
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International UEFA A Licence Course: A new approach to modern soccer coaching education
Registrations are now open for the UEFA A Licence course for International coaches. This is a pathway that allows coaches to complete the A Licence through a combination of online learning and in-person practical modules in Lithuania.
Course Tutors
Daniel Wimmer
Mark Sampson
Head of Coach Education
- 2015 FIFA Women World Cup Bronze Medal Head Coach
- Former England Lionesses Head Coach
- Former Academy Manager at Premier League Club
- 20 Years experience in Female and Male Professional Football as a Manager & Coach
- Level 5 Coach Educator
Why you should take the course
The Lithuanian Football Federation is recognised within the European football education framework for delivering high-quality, structured coach development. The courses create a professional learning environment where each coach’s individual personality and philosophy are encouraged, while following a modern, player-focused methodology. That is why coaches from different countries choose Lithuania as a trusted destination to advance their coaching education and continue progressing within the European pathway.
Gain the UEFA A Licence to demonstrate competence in leading, managing, and developing players and teams within advanced football environments
The UEFA A Licence course develops advanced coaching knowledge in tactical understanding, team management, leadership, and player development within performance environments
Advance your coaching career with the UEFA A Licence, where you will deepen your understanding of modern football and high-performance coaching. Develop advanced knowledge of tactical principles, leadership, player development, and team management while refining your ability to design, deliver, and evaluate training and matchday environments that maximise individual and team performance
The course includes online contacts and a practical delivery in Lithuania
This course will expand your coaching knowledge and leadership capabilities through a combination of in-person modules and online learning. Coaches will develop advanced expertise in tactical analysis, player development, team management, and performance coaching while applying these concepts within real football environments
Progress your coaching career by gaining access to the next level of the UEFA coaching pathway upon successful completion of the UEFA A Licence
Dates for practical days
If you are interested in attending an international UEFA A Licence course, click on the Book Your Place button
Gain the UEFA A Licence
This UEFA A Licence International course has online webinars to build up towards a residential block in Lithuania. While on the residential, full board accommodation and transfers to and from the venues will be included.
The course explores the key demands of modern football, equipping coaches with the skills to design, implement, and evaluate advanced coaching programmes that maximise player and team performance.
Please Note: any questions about the course please contact course coordinator Donny Szabo-Herczeg: donat@coachbetter.com
Introduction to the European Coaching Pathway: A Modern Approach to Coach Education
This course provides a flexible blend of online and in-person learning designed to build the foundations of modern coaching. You will develop your ability to plan, deliver, and reflect on sessions that support players’ technical, physical, psychological, and social development. Through online modules, live webinars, and practical workshops, you will apply your learning directly within your own coaching environment. With no formal assessment, this course offers an accessible and practical first step in your coaching development journey.
UEFA C Licence
Working together with the Lithuanian Football Federation, we can now confirm we are opening registrations for the UEFA C Licence course for International coaches. Coaches learn the fundamentals of coaching, organisation of training sessions, player development in youth football. The perfect entry into a coaching career. This is a pathway that allows coaches to complete the UEFA C Licence through a combination of online webinars and four in-person practical days in Kaunas, Lithuania.
UEFA B Licence
The UEFA B License is a major milestone on the European coaching pathway, aimed at coaches leading competitive teams and ready to take their coaching to the next level. This advanced course focuses on game understanding, tactical development, and team management, while continuing to build on the European coaching philosophy. Through a structured mix of online learning, live webinars, and immersive in-person sessions, you'll refine your ability to analyze performance, design effective game models, and lead players through high-level training environments. With hands-on support from expert tutors, the UEFA B Licence prepares you to confidently coach at advanced youth and senior levels.
