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Learn the latest training methods, tactics and detailed insights used by elite-level coaches to prepare, train and maximize the development and performance of goalkeepers
*This course is officially endorsed & accredited by specific member associations & universities around the world
This course is split into two areas of goalkeeper coaching; Training Environment & Game Environment:
Training Environment – Part A
1. The role of the Goalkeeper Coach
2. The specific competitive demands of the modern Goalkeeper
3. Modern Soccer Goalkeeper Training
4. Soccer specific movement preparation: Improving efficiency
5. Philosophical and Technical Insights to Goalkeeper Training
6. Dietary Analysis of a Goalkeeper – Case Study
7. Developing a Goalkeeper specific soccer game and training model
8. Emotion, Anxiety & Coping in elite soccer
9. Skill Acquisition in Goalkeeping
Game Environment – Part B
1. Goalkeeper Decision Making and Anticipation
2. Demands & considerations of an elite Goalkeeper Coach
3. Individual Development of Goalkeeper within team environment
4. An Investigation into Modern Soccer Goalkeeper Warm-Ups
5. Set Plays – Goalkeeper Demands
6. Resilience in soccer: Dealing with adversity
7. A Top Down Process in Goalkeeper Analysis
8. Defending Set Plays
9. Developing a Goalkeeper Specific Performance Philosophy
This Professional Certificate in Goalkeeper Coaching Science (Senior) has been developed with some of the most respected coaches, sports scientists, physical specialists, practitioners and academics working within soccer
Each on-demand lesson is delivered by an elite-level coach and contains the goalkeeper-specific knowledge, techniques and strategies that you can apply to your training sessions and match day plans
Delivered by Fraser Stewart
In this module you will be exposed to being a specialised goalkeeping coach, the specialist goalkeeper and their role in the game, the training environment, the game environment and the considerations of the goalkeeping coach.
Delivered by Eduardo Cachulo 
In Module 2, you’ll look at key moments & sub-moments of the Goalkeeper role and applied game principles. You’ll also learn about physical demand, effort of the role, key motor skills & psychological skills.
Delivered by Fabian Otte
In Module 3, you’ll look at the basics of skill training in sports coaching and find out how the modern football goalkeeper trains, You’ll also learn practical recommendations and top level skill development in professional soccer.
Delivered by Aleksa Boskovic 
In Module 4, you’ll look at mobility & athletic movement planes and ankle, hip & spine mobilisation in sporting performance, You’ll also learn core development & lower body activation, practical application & program design.
Delivered by Dean Santangelo
In Module 5, you’ll look at developing a Goalkeeper training philosophy and 4-corner approach. Discover coaching & goalkeeper training structure and Micro cycle weekly planning.
Delivered by Liam Anderson
In Module 6, you’ll look at a dietary analysis & background information case study. Explore energy intake & expenditure across a micro cycle and look at the case study outcomes, improvements and considerations.
Delivered by Eduardo Cachulo
In Module 7, you’ll look at building a specific Goalkeeper training model by finding out more about neuroscience, decision making and looking at various methods.
Delivered by Jeff Richardson
In Module 8, you’ll look at choking under pressure – understanding the causes and thinking about self-talk, awareness and the role of resilience in soccer.
Delivered by Sascha Marth
In Module 9, you’ll look at the history of goalkeeping training and compare it to the characteristics of modern day methods. Explore decision making and technical skills to focus on ‘Big Picture Training’
Delivered by Jyri Niemenen
In Module 1, you’ll look at scanning & field information, game references & decision making processes. You’ll also explore tactical understanding, training the player and structuring the content.
Delivered by Lee Baxter
In Module 2, you’ll look at the key principles & objectives of a Goalkeeper coach. Find out more about the ‘Keepers Corner’ – a holistic approach and how to manage your working process and surroundings.
Delivered by Ivan Kovčić
In Module 3, you’ll look at both team and individual development whilst also learning more about isolated and integrated training. You’ll also discover how to detect problems with references and implement specific content.
Delivered by Fabian Otte
In Module 4, you’ll look at goalkeeper skill & performance training research, findings and discussion. Find out which specific match warm up phases to use and why.
Delivered by Andy Quy
In Module 5, you’ll look into the demands of the Goalkeeper during set-plays including the key physical components, training and specific power development.
Delivered by Dr. T-Ecken
In Module 6, you’ll look at the importance of resilience & adversity in high-performance soccer. Find out how to use the resilience framework and how to avoid negative performance.
Delivered by Ivan Kovčić
In Module 7, you’ll look at specific soccer language and quality goalkeeping actions You’ll also look at in-training and opponent analysis, finding out how to be ready to adapt and develop.
Delivered by Andy Quy
In Module 8, you’ll look at the demands of the Goalkeeper during set-plays. Explore the key physical components, functional training and primary movements.
Delivered by Matt Newton
In Module 9, you’ll look at the physical competencies of the Goalkeeper and injury epidemiology & etiology. Find out how to assess injury risk and strength and condition your programme.
The goalkeeper position is a unique role within the game, and as such demands highly complex skills and specialised training.
Until now there has been limited guidance in the areas of “modern” skill acquisition training methods and scientific approaches within the field of goalkeeper training.
The Professional Masters in Goalkeeper Coaching Science (Senior Pro Level) course is suitable for:
Individuals with an interest in developing their knowledge and skills around the key performance area of goalkeeping.
Individuals tasked with the responsibility for the coaching or coaching education development aspect of soccer teams at all levels of the game.
Individuals with an interest in developing your knowledge in the areas of training periodisation, coaching methodology, and goalkeeping coaching science.
The course is comprised of the following:
18 Modules
20 study hours
Pre- & post-lecture reading references
Multiple-choice tests
Certificate of Achievement
This course has been described as one of the best online courses for further developing & adding to football coaching qualifications, where you will be exposed to goalkeeping specific football coaching research and practical examples used within the game by high level professionals.
The focus of the course is as follows:
Who is this course designed for?
The Professional Masters Certificate in Goalkeeper Coaching Science provides the latest training methods and strategies for helping coaches prepare, train and develop their goalkeepers.
This online course gives you the specific training principles, tactics and techniques that are applied across the elite level of the game
You will develop a strong understanding of the role of the goalkeeper coach, whilst developing your knowledge of conditioning, nutrition, psychology & physiology of the elite goalkeeper
How long is the course?
This is a 20-hour course providing a deep overview of soccer science and performance best practices that can be applied to your own team environment to improve the performance of your players.
Is my progress logged through the course?
After each lecture there is a short multiple-choice test designed to cement your learning. You can access your test results at anytime through your course progress area.
Can I stop/pause a presentation part way through?
Yes, the course is completely flexible. You can go back to a module at anytime and continue from where you left off.
Can I take the modules in any order?
No. The course follows a set structure that must be studied in numerical order. You can only access the next module once you have completed the previous module test.
Is there a time limit on the course?
Yes. This course has a 6-month access limit. You can access the course 24/7 within this period.
Will I get a certificate to show that I have passed the course?
Yes, you will receive a pass certificate provided you have attained the minimum pass grade of 75%.
If you have any further questions, please Contact Us.
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