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
7
OnlineFace to Face
Learning
5
Soft SkillsHard Skills
Estimated Hours of Learning
208
Next Deadline
22/09/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it last
19 months
How many applicants
28 people in two groups of 14
How much is it
Є1600 per year
Discount
20% discount for member national associations.
Certification Body
EuroHockey Institute
Language used
English
Important Dates
September
Nomination Period
January 2024
Webinar: 3h Online
January/February 2024
Seminar: 5 Day Face to Face
May 2024
Webinar: 3hr Online
June 2024
Seminar: 5 Day Face to Face
January 2025
Webinar: 3hr Online
January/February 2025
Seminar: 5 Day Face to Face
July 2025
Webinar: 3hr Day Online
August 2025
Seminar: 5 Day Face to Face
How To Get On
Application
- Only member national associations of EuroHockey may nominate participants.
- The nomination period is September
- Each October the new cohort is announced.
- Contact your member national association directly to be nominated.
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.
Year 1
Webinar 1
1 Day Online - Hockey Magic
Module
Engagement in elite hockey coaching across Europe
Seminar 1
5 Day Face to Face - Principles
Modules
Techincal and Tactical Principles
High Performance Coaching Principles
Principles for Performance & Physiology
Behavioural & Learning Principles
Assessment
Presentations x2
Training Sessions x2
Personal development
Webinar 2
1 Day Online - Hockey Magic
Modules
The importance of sharing stregnths and weaknesses to expand your impact
Seminar 2
5 Day Face to Face - Planning
Modules
High Performance Plans
Game Plan – Appointed U21 National Head Coach
How to work at International Tournaments
Team Tactics
Assessment
Presentations x2
Training Sessions x2
Personal development
Year 2
Webinar 1
1 Day Online - Hockey Magic
Module
Breaking down the methodology of winning on and off the field of play
Seminar 1
5 Day Face to Face - Culture
Modules
High Performance Culture
Leadership & Management
High Performance Physiology
Bad news player meetings
Assessment
Presentations x2
Training Sessions x2
Personal development
Webinar 2
1 Day Online - Hockey Magic
Modules
Make your choice
Seminar 2
5 Day Face to Face - Identification
Modules
Development & Identification
Goalkeeper integration & identifcation
Using indoor to your advantage
Identifying in game strategies
Assessment
Presentations x2 – Mock Interviews
Match Analysis x2 – Mock Interviews
Personal development
