Academy
Tiverton Town & East Devon College Football & Education Scheme
Potentially a two-year programme, the scheme is aimed at young players with aspirations to improve their football skills but who also appreciate the importance if continuing their studies. It offers the opportunity to gain a recognised educational qualification whilst also receiving top class football coaching and playing a high standard of competitive football.
Expertly managed by a team of highly qualified professionals, the scheme provides players with visible pathways into professional and semi-professional football.
East Devon College itself is one of the top providers of quality further and higher education in the region.
Working with a positive, friendly and supportive environment, the scheme provides players with the perfect opportunity to fulfil their potential, both on and off the field. Every effort is made to ensure that all players enjoy the use of the very best facilities and equipment, culminating in annual tours and training camps at the world class training bases situated at Coverciano and Sportilia in Italy. It is our intention to again utilise these surroundings during the 2008/09 season.
Academic Provision
Educational programmes and entry requirements:
- BTEC Introductory Diploma in Sport and leisure
GCSE Profile
Suitable reference from school
Successful interview - BTEC National Diploma in Sport
Four GCSEs at grade C or above in Maths, English and two other relevant subjects
Suitable reference from school
Successful interview - A Levels
Five GCSEs at grade C or above including Maths & English
Suitable reference from school
Successful interview
Football Provision
Participants receive nine hours per week of top class football coaching from a team of FA Qualified coaches, who follow a technical syllabus that is designed to maximise the development of each player and covers some of the following aspects.
Fitness Testing, Resistance Training / Circuit Training, Training and Fitness Methods, Skills and Techniques, Set Pieces, Strategies and Tactics, Anaerobic Training and Plyometrics, Sports Injury Identification and Rehabilitation, Sports Nutrition.
As well as receiving the coaching, players will also play competitive matches (normally on Wednesdays) in the British Colleges League.
Entry Requirements
Successful selection following trial
Suitable football reference
Successful football interview
Your Questions Answered
When does the scheme start?
Pre-Season training starts late July 2006 with the academic programmes starting in September 2006.
What standard of football is available?
A representative side will compete in the British Colleges League, home to Football League sides like Bristol Rovers, Bournemouth etc.
Can I play for any team other than tiverton town ?
Appearances are monitored during the season and, providing players are not suffering from ‘burnout’ and that we are kept fully informed of games played, then we have absolutely no objection to players playing for their local club sides.
What will I be able to do at the end of the 2 years?
There are many possible options open to graduates of the scheme: Professional contract, Higher Education, Football Coaching, Fitness Trainer, a Scholarship in USA, PE Teacher or a Career in the Leisure Industry are all real examples of what past graduates have gone on to do.
I’m a goalkeeper - will I receive any specialist coaching?
A specialist goalkeeping session will be delivered each week.
When will football trials take place?
The trials for 2008/2009 will take place at East Devon College on Tuesday May 30th during the Whitsun holidays. The trial will start at 2pm and will finish at 4.30pm.
Can I stay on at sixth form and still do the football training?
No, the coaching is only open to learners enrolled on the scheme at East Devon College.
What happens if I don’t want to do the academic part of the course?
That’s simple - this scheme is not for you!
How do I apply for a place on the Tiverton Town / East devon College football and Education Scheme?
Simply call East Devon College on 01884 235269 and ask for Denise Veen
in admissions. You will be sent an application form and timetable for the trial day
together with a college prospectus.
Alternatively email us on admissions@admin.eastdevon.ac.uk
