PFSA Level 1
Talent Identification In Football
Created by experienced Premier League Talent Identification Specialists
Designed and developed by leading talent identification specialists within elite clubs in both the UK and Europe. The PFSA Level 1 Talent Identification is a great introduction to the industry-leading PFSA Level 2 Talent Identification In Football course.
The PFSA Level 1 Talent Identification in Football Course was developed by elite Premier League Football Scouts, Heads of Recruitment and Academy Managers, and touches on all aspects of talent identification.
Unlike other online talent identification courses, the PFSA 1 Talent Identification In Football Course delves much deeper into the profession of football scouting and is the industry-leading online introduction into talent identification.
The 11 module course will equip you with a firm understanding and platform to further develop your knowledge of the talent identification process and what is needed to operate as both a football scout or an elite coach.
The course has been developed in line with the EPPP and is a great stepping stone for a career within football.
Modules Include:
- Introducing Talent Identification
- Understanding the EPPP
- Talent Identification Predicators
- Football Scouts and Player Reports
- Talent ID Predictors in a Goalkeeper and the Relative Age Effect
- Anthropological Predictors
- Technical Skill Predictors
- Psychological and Sociological Predictors
- Limitations and Importance of Talent Identification
Learning Outcomes:
- Explain the concept of talent identification and its significance in the world of sports, specifically focusing on football.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Elite Player Performance Plan (EPPP) and its role in nurturing and developing young talents.
- Identify key talent identification predictors and their relevance in assessing potential football players.
- Analyse the role of football scouts and the process of creating comprehensive player reports to aid in talent identification.
- Evaluate the specific talent ID predictors for goalkeepers, and discuss the impact of the Relative Age Effect on talent development.
- Assess anthropological predictors, including physical attributes and physiological factors, that contribute to a player's potential success.
- Recognise technical skill predictors, such as ball control, passing accuracy, and tactical awareness, that help in identifying promising talents.
- Examine psychological and sociological predictors, including mental resilience, motivation, and social factors, that influence a player's performance and development.
- Discuss the limitations of talent identification methods and emphasise the importance of a holistic approach to talent development in football.
The PFSA Level 1 Talent Identification In Football course is 100% online and self-paced, meaning you can complete this course in your own time and at your own pace. Expect to spend 4-6 hours completing the course, with additional time spent on assessments and research.
Self-paced including online presentations and interactive tasks, multiple choice, short answer and matching questions, review exercises and private study.
The assessment for this course will consist of satisfactory completion of the online learning tasks and exercises.
Upon finishing, you’ll be fully equipped and ready to tackle the upcoming courses in the pathway;
Football Scouting:
- Level 2 Talent Identification
- Level 3 Advanced Reporting
Complementary Courses:
- Level 1 and 2 Opposition Scouting
- Level 1 and 2 Technical Scouting
- Introduction Into Football Scouting
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