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Welcome to the Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence
Welcome to the Apprenticeship
Contents in Sporting Excellence
The Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (ASE) Over the next two years as an apprentice, the
programme offers each apprentice the chance focus will undoubtedly be on progressing through
to fulfil his dream of becoming a professional the youth and development sides to the first-team.
footballer, while at the same time providing him However, the education programme is also a key
with the opportunity to develop academic skills factor in developing a broader identity that can
in an environment suitable for his all-round contribute to success on and off the pitch. As a
personal development. result, it is crucial to remain committed and set
goals and targets which will provide a platform to
We realise that for many youngsters the achieve the qualifications.
Welcome 3 apprenticeship is both an exciting but daunting
proposition, so the purpose of this booklet is to try I would encourage all apprentices to make the
Foreword 4
to provide you with the information that will help most of this exciting and privileged opportunity,
About Us 6 you better understand the apprentice journey. ensuring they enjoy the all-round experience and
realise that it is essential to maintain focus on
Our Partners 8 League Football Education will work hard to football and education.
provide a supportive environment to allow
Keeping you informed 10 apprentices to thrive, while positive input from We hope this booklet gives you a good
parents/guardians is also vitally important. introduction to LFE and answers many of your
Player & Club Testimonials 12
questions, but if not, a list of LFE contacts is
The transition from full-time schooling to the available for you to approach and receive
Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence 14
rigours and demands of training and playing every further guidance.
Change of Circumstances 25 day is a challenging but rewarding experience.
Discipline 27
Safeguarding 29
Equality & Diversity 30
Health & Safety 31
Personal Development, Behaviour and Welfare
(PDBW), Life Skills and Progression 32
Celebrating Success 39
Additional Information 40
Contacts 42
LFE Online 43
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A word from Joe Thompson
I would like to offer a warm welcome to the
world of full-time football and in particular to the
Being identified as ‘the footballer’ follows you
around as a young person in an academy and so
Ultimately, if you
Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence. it’s healthy to have another string to your bow.
Having won Apprentice of the Year back in 2007,
can look yourself
It’s an exciting time as a 16-year-old to earn a two-
year apprenticeship at a professional football club.
I’m living proof that showing dedication to the in the mirror after
academic side of things doesn’t mean that you
It really is the start of a journey.
You’ve got to have that focus and motivation
are limiting your chances in gaining a professional two years and say
contract.
to have your own mind and keep following the
Throughout the two years, you will also have
‘I gave it my all
path you want to lead. Setbacks and failures are
something you will have to deal with along the
multiple Life Skills sessions, which are so
important. All of the different elements, like mental
in every aspect’
way. At times you will need the resilience to go
again, but that is part and parcel of football and
health, addiction, social media and personal then that’s all you
development, are things that you need to be
life in general.
Everyone develops at different stages within the
aware of in order to stay healthy. There’s an air of can ask for
maturity and a willingness to learn that comes with
two-year apprenticeship. You might not play developing as a person, which then transfers onto
that much in your first year and then get a lot of the pitch.
opportunities in your second year. The moral of
Ultimately, if you can look yourself in the mirror
the story is that you’ve got to be ready at all times.
after two years and say ‘I gave it my all in every
The apprenticeship helps you with this. There are aspect’ then that’s all you can ask for. If it goes your
many reminders of the stats that show that almost way then brilliant, if it doesn’t then there’s more to
half of apprentices gain a professional contract life than football. It doesn’t define who you are and
and there are different options and avenues that you might find another passion along the way that
you can take. For example, I know some from my you’d rather pursue.
group at Rochdale that went on to get scholarships
I would recommend being open-minded and
in America. You’re shaping your life and you need
always be willing to listen. Anyone that’s trying
to make sure you’ve got plans in place for any
to teach you or explain a message, you’ve got to
eventuality.
ask yourself why they’re doing it. Either they’ve
I’ve seen towards the end of my career that your experienced it and they’ve learned the lesson
football will flourish if you’re comfortable and you themselves, or they know someone that has, so
know that you’ve got alternatives in place. If you’ve they’re just trying to help you and it’s important to
put all your eggs in one basket and discard your take on board that wisdom.
education and then football doesn’t pan out as
Good luck and very best wishes.
you wished, you’re left with nothing.
Joe Thompson
There are many transferable skills involved.
Former pro footballer, two-time cancer survivor
Although you’ve been used to using your body as
amd now motivational speaker
your tool, that doesn’t mean you can’t engage your
brain. You learn about time-keeping, discipline,
sacrifice, teamwork and that your diet and your
well-being are important.
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About us
League Football Education was
established by The English Football
League and The Professional
Footballers Association
Who are we? Why are we here?
LFE was established by The English Football We are here to manage and operate the
League and The Professional Footballers apprenticeship programme on behalf of all
Association to manage the apprenticeship English Football League clubs.
programme.
LFE is funded by the Education and Skills Funding
We have 27 staff, with 13 working across the Agency, the European Social Fund and by
country dealing with club and college staff football. The education programme has been
to support apprentices throughout their two designed by our sector skills council SkillsActive
years. LFE aim to help all apprentices achieve in partnership with football authorities and
the full educational framework and to support government agencies.
apprentices moving into positive destinations
Our Regional Officers are your direct link with
at the end of the programme.
LFE. They are the people who you can turn to
Our Regional Officers visit apprentices on a for help and advice on any subject during the
regular basis to monitor progress. Any problems next two years. Our Regional Officers and all
or concerns can be raised with them. LFE staff are here to ensure that apprentices
are given the best chance possible to fully
benefit from the ASE programme.
Your Regional Officer should be your first point of
contact with LFE, however you can also speak to
central office staff.
Contact information for all staff can be found on
page 42.
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Our Partners
The Professional Footballers Association English Football League (EFL)
The world’s longest established professional Today the PFA directly and indirectly employs History Youth Development
sportsmen’s union, the Professional Footballers over 250 people in key areas such as, education
Formed in 1888 by its twelve founder members, It is the EFL’s long-term ambition to continue to
Association was formed in 1907 at the Imperial and training for post-football careers, accident
under the direction of pioneer William McGregor, create more and better opportunities for young
Hotel Manchester, and has continued to and medical insurance, coaching, financial
the English Football League (EFL) is the world’s players to become professional footballers,
develop and expand. management, contract advice and pension
original league football competition and is the investing over £90million into Youth Development
management for the benefit of more than
template for leagues the world over. each season.
Contact the PFA through your club 4,000 current members and 50,000 former
members worldwide. Its 72 member clubs embody the unique heritage, Last season, almost 45% of EFL scholars gained a
representative or write to:
pride and passion of the communities that they professional contract with an EFL club, with those
The PFA works alongside many other national
The PFA represent, providing the game with a platform to that were unsuccessful gaining support from
and international bodies and has carried out
20 Oxford Court become a truly global phenomenon. League Football Education to move into further
projects in key areas such as drug awareness
Bishopsgate education, semi-professional football or full-time
and testing and an anti-racism campaign. Competitions
Manchester employment. The national team are also
M2 3WQ All the benefits of PFA membership are available The Sky Bet EFL is comprised of three divisions – benefiting from the strength and depth of EFL club
to apprentices, these include: the Sky Bet Championship, Sky Bet League One academies, with 20 out of the 23 players in the
T: 0161 236 0575 and Sky Bet League Two – with 24 teams in each England 2018 World Cup squad having either
• Discretionary post-18 educational grant system
www.thepfa.com division. 552 regular season matches per division come through EFL academies, made their debuts
• Contractual assistance/player management in the EFL or played on loan in the EFL.
culminate in the high and lows of the end-of-season
• Representation on disciplinary issues Play-Offs, including three showpiece finals at In its aim to provide young footballers a clear
Wembley Stadium. pathway of progression from Academy to first team,
• Access to legal and financial advice
Alongside league competitions, the Carabao Cup EFL clubs agreed to include seven home grown
It is highly recommended you join
was established in 1960 and is English football’s players on team sheets. The EFL also introduced a
the PFA. The Costs are £20 per year
midweek cup competition, featuring all 72 EFL requirement for at least one club-developed player
plus a one-off joining fee of £20.
Clubs and 20 from the Premier League, with the to be named on each team sheet for any EFL
winners of the competition receiving entry into the League game at the start of the 2018/19 season.
following season’s UEFA Europa League.
Did you know... A second midweek competition, the Checkatrade
Community
ter more
The PFA looks af Trophy, comprises of all 48 Sky Bet League One
Off the pitch, the EFL Trust and Club Community
ent members
than 4,000 curr
Schemes work tirelessly, using the power of football
and League Two Clubs, as well as 16 invited
er members
and 50,000 form
to positively impact towns, cities and people’s lives
U21 teams. The competition has a history of
up and down the country. Connecting people of all
worldwide. promoting innovation and opportunity, having
ages and backgrounds, the EFL Trust network
undergone several changes in format since its
changes people’s lives by improving health,
inception in 1983.
boosting education and bringing communities
closer together. The EFL is committed to ensuring
inclusivity across all reaches of the game and that
the League’s 72 clubs reflect the diverse nature of
the communities they represent.
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Keeping you informed No. 37 / FEBRUARY
2019
Publications UR
GE T TING YO
The talented forward had earned
professional contract at Stevenag
Publications include Touchline, our quarterly
made his first-team debut before
completion of his apprenticeship,
was released after a year and end
LFE is committed to supporting all apprentices LFETV showcases our Goal of the Month
dropping to the Isthmian League P
magazine, and guides to support players
Division with Harrow Borough.
Former Arsenal schoolboy Okenabir
grew up playing alongside Gunners
throughout and beyond their two-year competition which features the best goals from
Alex Iwobi and Ainsley Maitland-Nile
considering Higher Education or soccer
his words, “everyone’s journey is diff
Undeterred by the setback, the 22-y
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pursued a route into higher educatio
apprenticeships. all the Academy Leagues and attracts over 25,000
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scholarships in the USA.
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viewers each season.
He told LFE: “When you’re an appre
there are no guarantees that you’ll g
We have developed a number of channels
professional contract, so to give mys
best opportunity to get back into edu
I decided to study an A-Level in Psyc
in addition to the BTEC.
to engage everyone associated with the We utilise an e-learning platform to manage the
“It was something I wanted to do and
able to do. It was quite tough at time
balance the two but I’m pleased I go
Back in 2015, Fejiri Okenabirhie
was at a crossroads in his career
done and it didn’t negatively affect m
apprenticeship programme. education programme and to provide players
football because I still got a pro contr
the end as well.
American
“Education gives you something to fal
on in terms of giving you knowledge
with useful guidance and information on a variety Scholarships
opportunities for life after football, bu
also be beneficial in the present, not j
Our website and social media channels are the
2019 your future.
ans For entry in
s, parents and guardi
A guide for player “As well as obvious transferable skills l
Higher Education
of real life issues like dealing with agents, money,
self-motivation and time managemen
first port of call for the latest news.
keeps you sharp mentally and gives y
Applications something to focus on away from foo
It’s a way to relax your mind from thos
drugs and sex.
pressures, but also provides stimulatio
A guide for apprentices, parents you’re learning new information.
and guardians For entry in 2019
“When I moved down to non-league, I
We tackle all areas from apprenticeship related
had more time on my hands and want
to make use of that, so I decided to sta
an Open University degree in Busines
Management. Doing the course part-t
issues to coverage of all the U18 League’s
doesn’t affect your training schedule, s
started that just after I left Stevenage a
I’ve been working on it ever since.”
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He further established himself as one o
most exciting prospects in Non-League
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Digital & Social Media Face-to-face
Follow us online and via Twitter, LFE staff support apprentices throughout
Instagram, Facebook and and beyond the two-year programme to help
YouTube to stay ahead of the players realise their potential.
latest developments.
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Player & Club Testimonials
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Ryan Sessegnon Jake Hilton Scott Fitzgerald Mark Wilgose
Fulham Crewe Alexandra (Now Loughborough University, Academy Manager, Millwall Head of Education & Welfare, Sheffield United
BSc Mathematics)
The 2018 EFL Awards were dominated by Ryan At Millwall we take great pride from the work We tell every player that comes on an
as he claimed five trophies, including LFE’s Things are adding-up for former Crewe we do to develop young players at youth level. apprenticeship at Sheffield United that Education
Championship Apprentice of the Year. goalkeeper Jake, who is following his passion is not part of a Plan B, it is part of Plan A in terms of
It is extremely rewarding to see a number of
Having been a mainstay in Fulham’s team since for numbers at Loughborough University. helping them to become a better person, a better
youngsters graduate into the first-team.
starting the apprenticeship, he has already made “I always enjoyed Maths, so I thought that would footballer and giving them a better understanding
Ben Thompson, Fred Onyedinma, Aidan of the game they play.
over 100 first-team appearances as a teenager. fit with coming to University and continuing my
O’Brien and Sid Nelson have all progressed in
And yet, Ryan remained committed to his education,” he said. It is a message that reverberates around our
recent times.
academic studies. He told LFE: “It’s been important “It’s hard work but I’m going to come out of it Academy and one that is fully endorsed by our
As a club we are fully committed to both academy manager, Travis Binnion, who himself
to me to pass my education because you never with a degree which takes me on in life, doing
the football and educational aspects of the came through the academy system as a player
know what can happen. something I enjoy.”
Apprenticeship scheme because by striking the before beginning his coaching career.
“I don’t really get a lot of free time but when I do
right balance between the two we can ensure that
I make sure I do the right things and just keep We want all of our young players to prosper and
the needs of every individual apprentice are met.
working on making myself better, whether that’s fulfil their potential. Kyle Walker, Dominic Calvert-
football or education.” The apprenticeship is about producing players but Lewin, Harry Maguire and others have come
also individuals who can be a success away from through the system here to make huge strides in
the game. the game while others have gone on to soccer
The nature of the programme helps to develop scholarships in America, studied for degrees in the
transferable skills that are a great back-up UK or gone on to other jobs.
for those that just fall short of making it as ll of our players go out on work experience
A
a professional footballer. to businesses in the local community that are
partners of the club. We want to get them out into
Jamie Hopcutt Alex Willis the big wide world just so they get a feel of what it
York City Charlton Athletic is like to do a real job so they can appreciate what
(Now at Ostersunds FK) (Now Northern Kentucky University) the working world is like for a lot of people and
Former York City youth-team winger Jamie Despite being offered a professional contract by get a breadth of different experiences while they
Hopcutt is making his mark in Sweden. Charlton, the lure of a soccer scholarship in the are here.
Converted into a central striker, Hopcutt played USA took Alex to the other side of the Atlantic.
a key role in helping his current club, Ostersunds “I would say you get the best of both worlds, in
FK, reach the Swedish Premier League for the terms of preparing for the distant future with a
first time in their history and featured during the degree, but also working every day to become
club’s stunning 2017-18 Europa League run, even a better player and striving to be a professional
starting at the Emirates Stadium in a 2-1 victory footballer,” he said. We want all of our young players to prosper and fulfil
over Arsenal. “It’s a life-changing experience and one I would their potential. Kyle Walker, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Harry
Hopcutt had been turning out for Tadcaster Albion highly recommend as it has helped me as a person
before making the switch to Scandinavia via LFE’s and a player.”
Maguire and others have come through the system here
Erasmus+ player placement programme. to make huge strides in the game
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Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (ASE)
This section gives a brief outline of The ASE Framework
the components that make up the ASE
LFE is funded by the Education and Skills Funding
framework and the process that is undertaken
Agency (ESFA) and the European Social Fund
to ensure that apprentices’ individual needs
(ESF) to deliver the Apprenticeship in Sporting
are identified and met over the course of
Excellence (ASE). A conceptual diagram is
the two-year programme.
outlined below.
NVQ Diploma in Achieving Excellence
in Sports Performance (Level 3)
Football Technical Development
Functional Skills Certificate in
(Level 2) Apprenticeship Coaching Football
(Level 2)
English & Mathematics
in Sporting
Excellence
(ASE)
Technical Certificate (Level 3)
BTEC Subsidiary/Diploma/Extended Diploma
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Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (ASE)
Initial Assessment Induction Apprentice Reviews The Football Development Programme
Initial Assessments are carried out with every This will be carried out at the start of the Apprentice reviews are conducted with The football training programme will cover:
apprentice to establish academic ability. apprenticeship. LFE provide each club with a LFE Regional Officers and are recorded on an
• Pre-Season Training - This period of time is used
Where possible LFE Regional Officers will set of standard induction units that includes the e-learning platform. The review process clearly
to ensure that the apprentice will be able meet
undertake initial assessments in partnership following topics: establishes the level of progress made, and agreed
the fitness requirements for professional
with the following people: actions for each apprentice. Regional Officers are
• ASE Educational Framework football.
responsible for coordinating this process.
• The apprentice’s parents/guardians
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities • Football Training - This will include work on
• The Education & Welfare Officer/Academy ASE technical and tactical skills, physical conditioning
• Club Rules and Regulations
Manager and psychology
Reviews will be conducted in the following areas:
• Health & Safety
• A tutor from the dedicated educational • Football Coaching
1. N
VQ Diploma in Achieving Excellence in Sports
establishment • Equality of Opportunity
Performance (completed by the Tutor Assessor) • Assessments of Progress - Apprentices will
The assessment will normally be carried out • Drugs Awareness be evaluated on technical ability, teamwork,
2. Technical Certificate (completed by the
anytime between March and July and will • Apprentice Wellbeing character and physical condition
education/college tutor)
enable the apprentice to be placed on the most
• Safeguarding • Theory of Football Tactics
appropriate educational programme based 3. Functional Skills English and Maths (completed
upon expected GCSE results. All apprentices will by Functional Skills tutor if appropriate)
Pre-Season Training Education
undertake an online bksb assessment as part of 4. O
verall individual review (conducted by the
This period of time is used to ensure that The educational programme has been
the Initial Assessment process. LFE Regional Officer)
apprentices meet the fitness requirements for specifically designed for elite athletes and
Final Assessment professional football and clubs will carry this is geared towards nationally recognised
Review Cycle
out according to individual club practice. qualifications. The educational programme
A second assessment (to include the appropriate Reviews will be conducted at a maximum of will consist of the following elements:
personnel) will take place in late August/early 12 weekly intervals. It is essential that apprentices
September when the apprentices have had their • NVQ Diploma in Achieving Excellence
are available for reviews.
GCSE results confirmed. in Sports Performance (Level 3)
The only acceptable absences from reviews are
Should the GCSE results achieved confirm • Technical Certificate (Level 3)
as follows:
the grades given at the Initial Assessment, • Functional Skills (Level 2)
• Apprentices selected for the first team or
the apprentice will be able to commence the
international duty • Certificate in Coaching (Level 2)
academic programme agreed previously.
• Apprentices involved in FA Youth Cup matches
However, if the apprentice has either exceeded
or not achieved the grades given at the Initial • Apprentices who produce a sick note from the
Assessment, further discussions will take place doctor or club physiotherapist
to ensure an appropriate academic programme
is designed to meet the apprentice’s needs.
Individual apprentice reviews are conducted
to ensure that all apprentices can fulfil their
true potential
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Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (ASE)
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Achieving Excellence Aims and Objectives This qualification offers the apprentice, as an elite or potentially elite
in Sports Performance
This qualification offers the apprentice, as an athlete, to get certificated recognition of the skills, knowledge and
The apprentice will need to complete the elite or potentially elite athlete, to get certificated
understanding that they are developing in their quest for excellence
following mandatory units to successfully gain recognition of the skills, knowledge and
the NVQ: understanding that they are developing in their
quest for excellence.
• Plan, apply and evaluate own tactical skills to
achieve excellence in a sport The overall objectives of the NVQ are to
enable the apprentice to demonstrate his
• Plan, apply and evaluate own technical skills to
practical sporting ability and explore the issues
achieve excellence in a sport
surrounding professionalism, working as a
• Plan, apply and evaluate own physical capability team, managing self, health & safety, careers
to achieve excellence in sport and employment.
• Plan, apply and evaluate own nutritional
NVQ Assessment
programme to achieve excellence in sport
Assessment is based on what the apprentice
• Plan, apply and evaluate own mental skills and
can do and involves the apprentice (the
attitudes to achieve excellence in sport
candidate), an assessor, an internal verifier
• Plan and manage own lifestyle to achieve and an external verifier.
excellence in sport
The apprentice will be asked to prove that they
• Manage own career in sport are competent by providing evidence, which
Personal Learning and Thinking Skills Employment Rights & Responsibilities (ERR)
• Communicate and work effectively with other shows that they:
people to achieve excellence in sport Comprise of six groups of skills that, alongside Are incorporated in to the NVQ Diploma (Level 3)
• Can perform all the specified tasks consistently
English and Mathematics, are essential to and club induction.
• Maintain the health and safety of self and others to the required standard
learning, life and work, they are:
at training and competition venues • Understand why they are doing things Technical Certificate
• Independent enquiry
(knowledge and understanding) A technical certificate is part of the apprenticeship
• Reflective learning
• Can apply the required skills in different ways framework. This should be discussed with the
(scope) • Team work apprentice at Initial and Final Assessments with
the LFE Regional Officer and will be subject to
Assessment is flexible and the apprentice can • Creative thinking
anticipated/confirmed GCSE results.
be awarded a certificate for each unit that they
Did you know... successfully achieve, even if they do not complete
• Self management
The current technical certificate pathways are
xible • Effective participation
Assessment is fle the full NVQ. as follows:
en tic e can
and the appr There is no set period of time in which the These skills will be mapped in to the NVQ • BTEC Subsidiary/Diploma/Extended Diploma
a ce rt ificate
be awarded apprentice needs to complete a unit or NVQ. Diploma and BTEC qualifications.
it th ey
for each un However, the apprentice and the assessor should
eve.
successfully achi still set target dates for completing each unit.
Be realistic though, as there are many factors
such as the apprentice’s previous experience,
demands within the workplace and an availability
of resources that will affect how quickly the
apprentice is able to achieve the qualification.
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BTEC’s BTEC Level 3: BTEC Level 3: BTEC Level 3:
Subsidiary Diploma in Sport Diploma in Sport Extended Diploma in Sport
The BTEC Subsidiary Diploma has 7 units, the
Diploma in Sport has 13 units and the BTEC Mandatory Units (3) Mandatory Units (9) Mandatory Units (9)
Extended Diploma has 19 units. There are a set
Principles of Anatomy and Principles of Anatomy and Principles of Anatomy and
number of core units but most subjects have a Physiology in Sport Physiology in Sport Physiology in Sport
choice of what option units to take. See the tables The Physiology of Fitness The Physiology of Fitness The Physiology of Fitness
on the opposite page for more information.
Assessing Risk in Sport Assessing Risk in Sport Assessing Risk in Sport
Course Length and Duration Mandatory Specialist Units (1) Fitness Training and Programming Fitness Training and Programming
Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise Fitness Testing for Sport and Exercise
The BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Sport
Principles and Practices in Outdoor Sports Nutrition Sports Nutrition
qualification could be completed over one year,
Adventure
while the Diploma and Extended Diploma should Psychology for Sports Performance Psychology for Sports Performance
Optional Units (3)
be completed over two years. Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport
Fitness Training and Programming
The Athlete’s Lifestyle The Athlete’s Lifestyle
BTEC Assessment Sports Coaching
Optional Units (4) Optional Units (10)
The Value of the BTEC Qualification Sports Development
All units will be internally assessed through Sports Coaching Sports Coaching
assignments set and marked by tutors. Upon The BTEC qualification should provide the Fitness Testing for Sport
Practical Team Sports Practical Team Sports
and Exercise
completion of each internally assessed unit the apprentice with underpinning knowledge Current Issues in Sport Current Issues in Sport
Practical Team Sports
tutor will inform the apprentice of what grade they towards the work completed on the Level 3 Instructing Physical Activity Exercise, Health and Lifestyle
have achieved (either Pass, Merit or Distinction). NVQ Diploma Achieving Excellence in Sports Practical Individual Sports
and Exercise
Instructing Physical Activity
Performance and give a further insight into Outdoor and Adventurous Activities
Sports Injuries
To ensure that the internally assessed work has and Exercise
the requirements of being an elite athlete Sports Nutrition
been marked accurately, Edexcel will conduct Analysis of Sports Performance Sports Injuries
within the football industry. Current Issues in Sport
sample checks of tutors’ marking. This process Sport and Exercise Massage Analysis of Sports Performance
usually takes place between January and April The BTEC also affords the opportunity to Leadership in Sport
Rules, Regulations and Officiating Talent Identification and
and the grades for internally assessed units could complete a nationally recognised qualification Exercise, Health and Lifestyle in Sport Development in Sport
change as a result. Edexcel will confirm final that should assist the apprentice with higher Instructing Physical Activity Work Experience in Sport Sport and Exercise Massage
grades when this re-marking has been undertaken. education and employment applications. and Exercise
Sports Facilities and Operational Rules, Regulations and Officiating
For further information about using your Psychology for Sports Performance Management in Sport
When all the units of the course have been
BTEC towards entrance into higher education Physical Education and the Care Profiling Sports Performance Organising Sports Events
completed, the apprentice will receive an
please see www.ucas.co.uk of Children and Young People
overall grade for the qualification (again Pass, Physical Education and the Care of
Work Experience in Sport Children and Young People
Merit or Distinction). This is the grade that will A UCAS Tariff Table and information on the
Technical and Tactical Skills in Sport Sport as a Business
be shown on the certificate and the one that tariff system can be found in LFE’s Guide to
The Athlete’s Lifestyle Work Experience in Sport
should be used when applying for higher Higher Education Applications, available on
education or employment. our website. As a guide, however, the BTEC Sports Facilities and Operational
Management
Extended Diploma in Sport is the equivalent
Profiling Sports Performance
of three A Levels, the Diploma in Sport is the
equivalent to two A Levels and the Subsidiary Research Investigation in Sport and
Diploma is equivalent to one A Level. Did you know... g
Exercise Sciences
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Levels
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qualification that should assist the apprentice with higher education and D ip lo ma = 1 x A Leve
Subsidiary
employment applications LFE’s
Tariff Table, see
*For the full UCAS tions’
to Hig he r Ed uc ations Applica
‘Guide
20 Welcome to
Welcome to the
the Apprenticeship
ApprenticeshipininSporting
SportingExcellence
Excellence www.lfe.org.uk @LFEonline /LFEonline /lfeonline 21Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (ASE)
Level 2 Functional Skills Course Length and Duration Aims & Objectives of the Coaching Certificate The Value of your Coaching Qualification
Functional Skills are skills that are commonly The course will comprise of: The coaching qualification underpins the work As well underpinning the work that the apprentice
needed for success in a range of activities in that each apprentice completes on the Level 3 will complete on the Level 3 NVQ Diploma in
• Theory and practical training
education, training, work and life in general. NVQ Diploma in Achieving Excellence in Sports Achieving Excellence in Sports Performance,
• Child Protection Performance and allows apprentices to: the coaching qualification provides a formal
Functional Skills aim to deal with:
• First Aid and recognised qualification.
• Develop an appreciation of the ethical
• Mathematics
• Coaching Hours coaching process The course, which is a stepping stone to the UEFA
• English B Licence, should also allow the apprentice to
• Formative Assessment • Plan, conduct and evaluate a series of football
Apprentices will be exempt from these understand the role of the coach, improve upon
coaching sessions
qualifications if they have achieved GCSE grades their personal skills such as communication and
• Coach the basic skills and techniques of football give them greater responsibility.
9-4 in Maths or English Language/Literature. Did you know... to others
It also affords apprentices the opportunity to
Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Football As part of their • Ensure the health and safety of players and
programme, ea coach in the following areas:
apprentice will ch others within the coaching environment
As part of the programme, each apprentice also undertake
the 1st4Sport Le • American Soccer Camps
will also undertake the 1st4Sport Level 2 vel 2 Certificate • Develop greater responsibility for your own
in Coaching Fo • Academies* & Development Centres
Certificate in Coaching Football. This includes otball. learning and development
units on: • Football in the Community
• Demonstrate an understanding of the principles
• Coaching principles and ethics of attack and defence through the use of • Soccer schools
• Planning coaching sessions practices and small-sided games
• Local schools
• Conducting coaching sessions FA Introduction to First Aid in Football
This will also be delivered at the same time as * Dependent on the role, a UEFA B Licence may be required
the 1st4Sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching
Football. The apprentice will receive tuition from
a qualified emergency aid instructor and learn
to deal with emergency situations such as
choking, heart attacks, major bleeding and
the resuscitation of unconscious casualties.
On completion this certificate is valid for a period
of three years.
22 Welcome to the Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence www.lfe.org.uk @LFEonline /LFEonline /lfeonline 23Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (ASE) Change of Circumstances
Wages Lodgings and Accommodation This section outlines the various ways in which Termination for Disciplinary Reasons
an apprentice’s circumstances might change
At the time of writing, the current national Where it is unreasonable for an apprentice Page 29 outlines the standard disciplinary
during the course of the programme.
minimum wage rates for apprentices is as follows: to travel to the club from home, lodgings should procedures that should be imposed on apprentices
be provided by the club. However clubs will who breach either club regulations or the code
•£
3.90 per hour from April 2019 - the rate for Termination by Mutual Consent
be entitled to charge apprentices up to £7.55 of discipline concerning college attendance.
apprentices aged 16-18 and those aged 19 or
per day from April 2019 for this service.. In order for an apprentice’s contract to be
over who are in their first year as an apprentice Clubs must ensure that the procedures on page
terminated by mutual consent, both the
In line with English Football League (EFL) Rules on 29 are followed and that LFE is involved in each
•£
6.15 per hour for an apprentice aged 19 in the apprentice and the club must confirm their
Youth Development and current legislation clubs stage of the disciplinary process.
second year of their apprenticeship. agreement with the terms of the termination.
shall, in all dealings with apprentices, do what
It is strongly advised that apprentices who
Most clubs will operate their apprenticeship is reasonable for the purpose of safeguarding
may be considering terminating by mutual
programmes on a 30 hour per week basis. apprentices’ welfare.
consent should discuss this matter with their
Clubs are expected to ensure that lodgings are LFE Regional Officer or The PFA who are aware
in keeping with those required by a professional of all the implications.
sportsman and should utilise guidance approved
by the EFL. Signing Professional Forms
Under the terms and conditions of the If a club signs an apprentice on a professional
Scholarship/Apprenticeship Agreement section contract on his 17th birthday, or before the end of
5.3.1 The scholar shall not: “reside at any place his apprenticeship, English Football League rules
which the club reasonably deems unsuitable state that he must continue with his education
for the performance of his obligations under course until it is completed.
the agreement.“
If the apprentice was living a considerable
distance away from the club then section 5.3.1
could apply. Travelling long distances to and
from training and matches could cause a number
of problems such as fatigue which affected
playing performance and learning, punctuality
and attendance issues, and it may have a
cost implication.
Please note: Wage and accommodation rates are
reviewed each year by Government. Changes to these
rates are applied annually.
In line with English Football League (EFL) Rules on Youth Development
and current legislation clubs shall, in all dealings with apprentices,
do what is reasonable for the purpose of safeguarding apprentices’
welfare.
24 Welcome to the Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence www.lfe.org.uk @LFEonline /LFEonline /lfeonline 25Change of Circumstances Discipline
Injury Apprenticeship Work Experience Between Clubs Apprentices are subject to club discipline 2. Impose a fine not exceeding the amount
and this should be made clear at induction, of 50% of his monthly basic wage.
There are two instances in which the Work experience allows an apprentice to
with all club rules and regulations explained
circumstances of an apprentice might change spend a reasonable time training and playing 3. Order the apprentice not to attend at any
fully to apprentices.
due to injury: at another club. of the club’s premises for such a period as
Apprentices should also be made aware of the the club thinks fit not exceeding two weeks.
1. Recoverable Injury
Implications disciplinary code of practice for college attendance.
Apprentices who are suspended from the 4. W
here the circumstances set out in Clause
programme due to injury would still be If an apprentice is at another club on work 10.1 of the Apprenticeship Agreement
Schedule Two of the Scholarship/
expected to fulfil the educational element experience this does not prevent him from going apply, terminate this agreement.
Apprenticeship Agreement
of the apprenticeship whilst undergoing back to his original club as often as he likes.
Clause 10 of the Apprenticeship Agreement
rehabilitation or treatment. Indeed, the apprentice can travel backwards Should any apprentice fall foul of these
and forwards on the strength of just one letter regulations, then the disciplinary procedure
2. Permanent Incapacity Termination
of permission. No recalls are necessary. outlined in Schedule Two of the Apprenticeship
Apprentices who suffer an injury which Clause 10.1 of the Apprenticeship Agreement
Agreement will apply. In summary, this
results in permanent incapacity shall, upon The apprentice remains the original club’s player
procedure involves the following three steps: states that the club shall be entitled to terminate
receiving the correct notice (minimum 3 who will hold his registration and be responsible
the agreement by fourteen days’ notice in writing
months) as laid down in clause 8 of the for all travel, lodging and apprentice wage 1. Investigation
to the apprentice if, after due investigation
Apprentice’s Agreement, be released from payments. Should the apprentice be incurring
2. Disciplinary Hearing and enquiry, it is reasonably satisfied that he:
the apprenticeship programme. lodging or high travel costs, it will be the
responsibility of the original club to come to an 3. Appeals 1. Shall be guilty of Gross Misconduct;
Long Term Injuries agreement with the work experience club. 2. Has failed to heed any final written
Penalties and Termination
The club physiotherapist/doctor should make English Football League clubs cannot play warning given under the provisions
If, having followed the above procedure, an of Schedule Two (see above); or
a diagnosis to ascertain whether the apprentice apprentices that are on work experience from
allegation is proved to the club’s satisfaction, the
has sustained an injury which could prevent him another club in any match at first team level. 3. Is convicted of any criminal offence where the
club may apply the penalties outlined in Schedule
from training/playing for a substantial period punishment consists of an immediate custodial
Arranging a Permanent Move Two, Section 4 of the Apprenticeship Agreement:
of time. This period of absence from playing/ sentence of or exceeding three months.
training may prevent the club’s coaching staff Permanent transfer of apprenticeships between 1. Issue a formal warning which should be issued
from carrying out a thorough assessment of the clubs are allowed and in order to do this all as follows: Notice of Termination
apprentice’s playing ability. In the long term this applications with the original club should be (i) Verbal Warning
Under Clause 10.2 of the Scholarship/
may affect the apprentice’s chances of being cancelled and new forms signed at his new club. (ii) First Written Warning
Apprenticeship Agreement, clubs are required
offered a professional contract. (iii) Final Written Warning
to include in any notice of termination full
Should this be the situation, the club may wish particulars of the club’s reasons for terminating
to suspend the apprentice’s programme under the agreement with copies sent to the English
Clause 4 of the Apprenticeship Agreement. Football League (EFL), The Football Association
The clause states that if an apprentice is and The PFA. A copy should also be sent to LFE.
prevented from participating in the training
Appeals
programme for a period in excess of five
weeks, the duration of the Apprenticeship Clause 10.3 of the Apprenticeship Agreement
Agreement shall be extended by the length of states that within seven days of receiving
the excess period or, if earlier, the apprentice’s a termination notice the apprentice may
nineteenth birthday. appeal against the decision of the club to
the EFL. All parties should then seek to ensure
that the appeal is heard within a further 28 days.
Apprentices who are suspended from the programme due to
injury would still be expected to fulfil the educational element of the
Apprenticeship whilst undergoing rehabilitation or treatment
26 Welcome to the Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence www.lfe.org.uk @LFEonline /LFEonline /lfeonline 27Discipline Safeguarding
College/Education Provider attendance Exams/Assessments LFE aim to ensure that every apprentice is trained in an enjoyable and safe environment and
As a condition of our funding from the ESFA, A proportion of our funding from the ESFA is is protected from abuse. Apprentices should be able to participate in an enjoyable and safe
it is obligatory for all apprentices to attend dependant upon apprentices actually achieving environment protected from physical, sexual or emotional harm and from neglect or bullying.
their college/education provider sessions each the qualifications that they enter. It is therefore
LFE subscribe to The Football Association’s Allegations, concerns or disclosures of a child
week (i.e. usually one and a half days on their essential that apprentices are available to
‘Working Together to Safeguard Football’ protection nature received from apprentices
education programme). attend any exams/assessments in relation document. The key principles of The FA Child will be referred to the EFL Safeguarding Manager,
The education days are decided in consultation to their educational/vocational courses. It is
Protection Policy are that: The FA Case Management Team and/or
with the club and, once agreed, it is the the responsibility of the club to ensure that
• The child’s welfare is and must always be the appropriate statutory agency. LFE’s designated
responsibility of the club to ensure that apprentices attend any such exams/assessments.
paramount consideration safeguarding officer(s) will have a role to play in
apprentices attend the college/education investigating complaints of poor practice.
Code of discipline concerning college/education
provider on these days. • All children and young people have a right to
provider attendance Further sources of information on safeguarding:
be protected from abuse regardless of their
Apprentices, if injured, must not miss their
The following regulations are in place regarding age, gender, disability, culture, language, racial LFE Safeguarding
academic work to receive routine treatment
college attendance: origin, religious beliefs or sexual orientation
at the club. If the club requires the apprentice GOV.UK Safeguarding
to receive treatment, the apprentice must 1. LFE reserve the right to remove an apprentice • All suspicions and allegations of abuse will
The FA Safeguarding
be called in after college/education provider from the education programme if they miss be taken seriously and responded to swiftly
college or their education work on more than and appropriately PFA Safety Net
work has finished.
three occasions in one academic year without
The only acceptable absences from College • Working in partnership with other
a good reason (i.e. selection for the first team
are as follows: organisations, children and young people
or a sick note).
and their parents or carers is essential
• FA Youth Cup commitments
2. Apprentices misbehaving at college will be
• Apprentices selected for the first team or subject to the disciplinary procedures outlined
international duty on page 27.
• Apprentices who produce a sick note from 3. Apprentices who do not hand in written
the doctor or club physiotherapist work set by the college will be subject to the
disciplinary procedures outlined on page 27.
It is the responsibility of the club to ensure that
apprentices attend any exams/assessments in
relation to their educational courses
28 Welcome to the Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence www.lfe.org.uk @LFEonline /LFEonline /lfeonline 29Equality & Diversity Health & Safety Reporting of accidents/
injuries and Industrial Diseases Procedure
LFE has a wide range of strategies to support the learner Process to be followed: PFA Accident and Insurance Fund
and the club during the ASE programme to ensure that every • If the injury is going to be long term, the Once you have obtained membership of the
apprentice should make an application to PFA you should be aware that the PFA makes
apprentice receives Equality of Opportunity. Job Centre Plus for employment and support a contribution to the English Football League and
allowance and/or income support as soon as Premier League on condition that all clubs
Our Position & Commitment Club Responsibility possible after the injury occurring provide private medical insurance cover for
both full professionals and apprentices.
LFE is fully committed to a policy of Equality There is a significant amount of legislation to • The amount of benefit received by the apprentice
of Opportunity. We aim to ensure that staff at address discrimination, which clubs should be is dependant upon individual circumstances In addition all current and former members
all levels work in an environment free from any aware of, designed to ensure that each individual have access to the PFA’s Accident and Insurance
• During the period of incapacity, the apprentice
discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, is treated equally and fairly. Fund whereby grants may be made to help
will need to provide sick notes to confirm his
gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, cover medical expenses. The PFA also provides
All clubs should have policies and procedures in continued eligibility to claim benefits
sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership Accident & Sickness Insurance of up to £25,000
respect of Equality and Diversity. LFE reserve the Further guidance on this issue can be found for current members whose careers are cut short
and pregnancy and maternity.
right to ask clubs for their equality documentation at www.gov.uk by searching for employment due to a specific accident or illness.
At the same time we also work hard to ensure at any time. and support allowance.
that every apprentice is treated fairly and is
LFE expect all clubs to attend The EFL
encouraged to develop to his full potential
Safeguarding seminars and courses to support
in all aspects of his training. LFE will seek to
the equality agenda.
ensure that apprentices do not suffer any form
of discrimination and that they are supported It is the responsibility of everyone involved in ASE
to understand their rights and responsibilities including club staff and apprentices to ensure that
during the two-year programme. our policies are implemented and supported. We
ask that all clubs develop an environment where
LFE will discuss equality awareness with
equality, fairness, security and respect are an
apprentices during progress reviews to monitor
integral part of the ASE programme.
their understanding and experience during
training. Clubs and apprentices will be able to Useful Websites:
access a wide range of support provided by LFE, • www.acas.org.uk
starting with induction, right through to extensive
• www.equalityhumanrights.com
exit and progression activities.
• www.kickitout.org
During the year LFE will provide clubs,
apprentices and Education Providers with the • www.ofsted.gov.uk
opportunity to comment on how we manage the • www.thefa.com
ASE programme and to suggest any changes that
might be beneficial.
LFE will continue to work in partnership with The
EFL and Premier League on anti-discrimination
and inclusiveness awareness.
In addition, LFE continues to work with Kick It Out
to deliver diversity training at football clubs. This
work will continue in the 2018-19 season.
30 Welcome to the Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence www.lfe.org.uk @LFEonline /LFEonline /lfeonline 31Personal Development, Behaviour and
Welfare (PDBW), Life Skills and Progression
League Football Education wants more for
apprentices than successful achievement of the
ASE qualification, we support the development
WHY? HOW? WHAT?
of well-rounded people.
Those who embrace personal development
as well as alternative interests, employment, Self Awareness
YOU DECIDE...
education or training, equip themselves to excel Self-reflection, viewing yourself as more than a footballer,
as footballers and for life off-the-field. having other interests, valuing yourself in other settings
(family, friendships outside football), setting goals for
Personal Development, Behaviours and Welfare character development, personal presentation
LFE’s PDBW Model provides a framework for
planning and delivering this wider development. Confidence
Positivity, can-do attitude, trust in yourself in all
situations, willingness to get out of your comfort zone,
SU P P O RT S courage, leadership, self-esteem
F ORMAN
E R C Social Competence
Communication skills, social skills, interpersonal skills,
P
E
YOU relationship development, tolerance,
empathy, compassion
Resilience
W E L L-
Determination, competitiveness,
TION strive to be your best, work ethic, discipline,
self-regulation, persistence
IMP
ES
NC
RO
Accountability
SI
HA
Taking responsibility, trustworthiness, reliability,
VE
S
BE
IN decisiveness, strong time management
N
E
N
G R A
T Motivation
Ambition, strong purpose, desire to learn,
desire to understand, enthusiasm
Respect
Consideration of others, good manners,
unselfishness, integrity
32 Welcome to the Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence www.lfe.org.uk @LFEonline /LFEonline /lfeonline 33Life Skills Progression
League Football Education wants more for My Future Today The PFA U-Explore
apprentices than successful achievement of the
Delivered to each club once every 2 years by LFE, For more information please contact: LFE recognise that there are a number of pathways
ASE qualification, we support clubs to develop
Dame Kelly Holmes Trust and AFTA Thought, apprentices want to take post-apprenticeship and
well-rounded people. • Pat Lally (Director of Education)
My Future Today raises awareness of personal we want to ensure that all possible information
LFE believes those who embrace personal development and its benefits to performance, • Oshor Williams (Assistant Director of Education) is made available. In order to do this LFE has
development as well as alternative interests, well-being and transition. • Paul Raven (PFA/ULF Project manager) invested in the online tool U-Explore. This
employment, education or training, equip houses up to date information as well as video
Through acting performances and workshops • Jason Lee (Equalities Education Executive)
themselves to excel as footballers and for life off-the- testimonials on all major employment sectors with
facilitated by athlete mentors, this innovative
field. Progression is a strategy aimed at providing the • Jayne Bailey (Education Secretary) over 1500 job roles and requirements explained.
workshop encourages the development of
life skills, information, advice, guidance, support and • Shane Birtles (Administrator)
alternative interests and undertaking of personal Go to www.u-explore.com to get a taste of what is
opportunities for personal growth, contributing to
development. It helps apprentices to understand on offer at this excellent resource.
long term success both on and off the pitch.
their broader identity, personality traits and Address: Please contact your Regional Officer for details
transferable skills whilst providing an opportunity PFA Education
Life Skills required to register an account and begin using
to explore alternative/complimentary careers and 11 Oxford Court this resource.
Life Skills sessions, aim to raise awareness and to set their own personal development goals. Bishopsgate
empower apprentices with the knowledge and
Moving on from the ASE programme is a key Manchester Tracking and Monitoring/Alumni Liaison Officer
skills required to deal with the demands of football
transition challenge, whether this be into the M2 3WQ Collecting detailed apprentice destination
and life. These include:
first team or into other sporting/non-sporting Tel: 0161 236 0637 data and identifying support needs at the end
Cathy Wood Social Media environments, so along with the personal of the apprenticeship programme has helped
E-mail: education@thepfa.co.uk
Cecil Jee Thomas Talent Transfer development and life skills activity, LFE and LFE construct a range of partnerships and
Charlie Fogarty Anything Is Possible its partners can provide information, advice, opportunities that benefit current and former
Colin Avery Sexual Health Awareness guidance and practical support. Moving on from apprentices. This work is conducted and managed
the ASE programme is a key transition challenge, by LFE’s Alumni Liaison Officer and continues for 3
Heart4More Foundation Cardiac Health Awareness
whether this be into the first team or into other years after apprentices leave the ASE programme.
If U Care Share Emotional Well-Being
sporting/non-sporting environments, so along with
Kick It Out Equality and Diversity the personal development and life skills activity, Football Opportunities
LFE’s My Future Today Personal Development LFE and its partners provide information, advice, Traditionally, LFE (in conjunction with the EFL and
Sporting Chance Clinic Lifestyle and Education guidance and practical support. The PFA) has run Assessment Trials for players
Trained Brain Sports Performance released at the end of their Apprenticeship and is
committed to supporting players towards football
opportunities post-apprenticeship.
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