• NNSWF - B Diploma Application 2026/27

  • Football Australia/ Asian Football Confederation (AFC) B Diploma Application

     

    The formal application process for the 2026/2027 B Diploma courses is now open.
    Please ensure all application sections are completed.


    Only applications submitted on the prescribed form shall be deemed valid.


    This application process is not formal acceptance on a B Diploma course.


    Please only complete this application once. Duplicate submissions will be deleted.


    If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us via hmatthews@northernnswfootball.com.au

  • Course Eligibility


    To be eligible for an AFC/Football Australia B Diploma course, applicants must have:


    • A valid AFC/Football Australia C Diploma or a valid C Diploma not issued by
    Football Australia that is formally recognised by the AFC and Football Australia.
    • At least one year’s coaching experience as a C Diploma holder.
    • Eighteen (18) years of age or older at time of application.
    • Resume of coaching experience and positions held.
    • Letter of recommendation from your current club.
    • A valid Working with Children Check or state/territory equivalent.


    Please note, if you a serving a suspension from football activity at time of the application, this will be taken into consideration when reviewing your application. Additionally, if you receive a suspension during the course, Football Australia and Member Federations reserve the right to remove you from the course at any time.

    A B Diploma course candidate must have a clear understanding of player and team
    development and coaching at youth/amateur level and must demonstrate competence in the following four (4) areas: plan, prepare, conduct and evaluate.

    The B Diploma course content and tasks are tailored for coaches coaching in
    youth/amateur football environments.
    The Member Federation Technical Department will consider several factors, including but not limited to:


    • Those currently coaching within the Semi-Professional Game in Australia as part of NPL or NPLW senior competitions or if applicable, Member Federation input other
    senior competitions for example FNSW League One Mens.
    • Those currently coaching within Member Federation Talent Development Programs and/or A-League Academies.
    • Those currently coaching within roles that require a B Diploma will be taken into
    consideration; however, this is not a guarantee of acceptance.
    • Applicant’s experience.
    • C Diploma competency.
    • Session plan.
    • Member Federation and Football Australia consultation.

    Each application is assessed on a case-by-case basis.


    The decision is at Member Federation Technical Department’s discretion. All decisions are made in keeping with Football Australia and the AFC Coaching Convention. The decision of the Member Federation Technical Department is final and there are no grounds for appeal.

  • Available Courses

  • Personal Information

  • Date of Birth*
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  • During the course participants may be required to participate in practical sessions. If required, are you able to participate in practical sessions?*

  • Current Coaching Role

  • Gender of team*
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  • Session Plan

    This session plan must include:


    • Minimum 3-part session.
    • Clear session objective and subsequent team and individual coaching points.
    • Minimum 14 players including goalkeepers.
    • Players aged 12 years or above.
    • Minimum 7v7 game

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  • Applicant Declaration

     


    The evidence I have provided is a true and accurate record of my football and work
    experiences.


    I understand I am required to attend 100% of a coaching course organised by Football Australia and Member Federation. 


    I understand that the full course fee must be paid at time of registration. No instalments are accepted. I understand that I will have a maximum of two (2) weeks to register and pay. 


    If I apply and are accepted on an interstate course, I understand that I should not expect to be transferred to an B Diploma in my state/territory of residence, should a course become available at a later point. 


    I understand that all application decisions by the Member Federation Technical
    Department made in keeping with the Football Australia and AFC Regulations and are final. Decisions cannot be appealed.

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