Top Coaches Programme (TCP)
Programme Overview
This international coaching programme is designed to support coaches who want to work at an elite level within the game. Exploring the principles of coaching, devising and developing strategic nous, evolving a coaching philosophy and understanding the management of teams and individual athletes are all part of this comprehensive, world class programme.
Quick View
Type of development
Learning
Estimated Hours of Learning
208
Next Deadline
16/09/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it last
12 months
How many applicants
12 coaches
How much is it
Є1900 per year
Certification Body
EuroHockey Institute
Language used
English
Important Dates
September
Nomination Period
November
Welcome Webinar
December
Online workshop
January
Face to Face Seminar
January/March
Portfolio task and FIH Workshop
April
Online workshop
April/June
Portfolio task and FIH Workshop
July
Online workshop
August
Face to Face Seminar
How To Get On
Application
- Nominations can be made by both EuroHockey member national associations and individual coaches
- The nominations close in September of each year
- Selection is made by the EuroHockey coaching committee in Octoberr the new cohort is announced.
Criteria & Level
- The programme has been matched agains the European Qualification Framework and is certified at Level 4 by EuroHockey and FIH. Therefore participants must prove they hold certification or relevant experience at European Qualification Framework Level 3.
Core content
Welcome Cohort Webinar
1 hour
Online Workshop 1
3 hour
Face to Face Seminar 1
3 day (20 hours)
– High performance culture
– Leadership and management
– Feedback player meetings
Assessment:
– Match analysis: in-game strategies
– Game plan
Online Workshop 2
3 hour
Online Workshop 3
3 hour
Talent identification & management
Face to Face Seminar 2
3 day (20 hours)
Modules:
– Behavioural & Learning Principles
– How to work at International Tournaments
– Team Tactics
Assessment:
– Match analysis: in-game strategies
– Interview
Portfolio tasks
18 hours
Three at-home portfolio tasks set by mentors throughout the year, designed for coaches to demonstrate application of newly-developed knowledge in their local context
FIH Academy Workshops
9 hours
Requirement to complete three FIH Academy online workshops throughout the year. Coaches to work with mentors to select workshops which cover gaps in individual knowledge.
Additional content
FIH Developer Course
1 day online
Following the successful graduation from the course and the achievement of FIH Level 4, coaches will be invited to take part in an FIH developer course affording them the opportunity to deliver FIH Academy coaching courses in their national context.
