Football NSW Announces 2025/2026 Coach Education Calendar
Football NSW has announced the 2025/2026 Calendar of Coach Education Courses developed in collaboration with our Member Associations to prepare coaches for the 2026 season.
In line with our ongoing commitment to coach development across the state, Football NSW will deliver a wide range of coach education courses including:
- 34 x C Diploma Courses
- 10 x B Diploma Courses
- 2 x Goalkeeper B Diploma Courses
- 6 x Foundation of Goalkeeper Courses
- 50+ Foundation of Football Courses
- 5 x JDL Certificates
Further C Diploma courses will be announced in collaboration with our Member Associations in the coming months and coaches are encouraged to contact their local association for further localised Foundation of Football courses.
These courses reflect Football NSW’s focus on improving access to coach education and supporting the development of quality coaching across all levels of the game.
“Providing accessible coach education across all corners of New South Wales is vital to the growth and quality of our game,” said Football NSW’s Coach Education Manager Chris Adams.
“Whether you are in metropolitan Sydney or regional branches, every coach deserves the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills.
“I’d also like to extend a sincere thank you to our dedicated team of Coach Education Tutors, without their passion, expertise, and tireless efforts, none of this would be possible.”
Football NSW has also announced the B Diploma Course is going on the road in 2025/2026, extending its reach to Wollongong, the Riverina, and back to the Western Branch. These locations have been selected to better support coaches in regional New South Wales.
“We are excited to continue our growth of coach development in regional football through adding in a second B Diploma for the upcoming 2025/26 coach development calendar,” said Football NSW Regional Manager Andrew Fearnley.
“This is due to our efforts and support for a strong number of C Diploma courses and participation within each branch.”
The inclusion of the Riverina Branch marks an important step forward in supporting regional communities.
Strong demand continues across the Western and Southern Branches and the return to Bathurst follows record enrolments in the 2024–2025 season.
The increased delivery of coaching courses plays a key role in supporting the implementation of the Football NSW Benchmarking & Standards across our Junior and Youth Competitions. These efforts help ensure clubs meet the Minimum Technical Qualification requirements, improving the quality and consistency of coaching throughout New South Wales.
Through this calendar, Football NSW remains committed to providing clear pathways and practical learning opportunities for all coaches, regardless of location or experience level.
Course dates, venues, and registration details can be found here
Whether you’re just starting your coaching journey or advancing through higher-level accreditation, the 2025/2026 Coach Education Calendar offers opportunities to take your next step.
