England Football Learning are providing additional financial support for coaches from marginalised communities who may face barriers when accessing formal coaching education.
The programme is designed to support those from underrepresented groups, such as women, people with disabilities, ethnically marginalised people, and those from underserved socio-economic backgrounds.
The programme offers an 85% discount for the following courses:
- Introduction to Coaching Football (full cost is £160, you pay £24)
- UEFA C Diploma (full cost is £650, you pay £95)
- UEFA B Diploma (full cost is £1200, you pay £180)
The funding also includes access to Safeguarding and Introduction to First Aid in Football (IFAIF) courses where applicable.
Funding reopens on 1 July 2025 for the 2025/26 season. The Funding Eligibility Form will be open for the first two weeks of every month, giving applicants multiple opportunities to apply.
Please note that applicants must be coaching at an England Football-affiliated grassroots club.