Education

The Player Group now offers three courses designed to introduce you to the Player Care profession or help you progress in your Player Care Career - see below.

 
 
 
 

Intro Module

Our self-paced, introductory module is the perfect place to start your Player Care journey. For those that want to know more about the Player Care profession, this 3-hour course can be completed at a time that works for you.

NEXT DATE: IMMEDIATELY

Player Care Certificate

A seven-week (six evenings) live online remote programme gives participants all the skills and knowledge they need to understand and implement Player Care best practice, either starting out in a Player Care career or improving skills as a Player Care professional. Refreshed for 2026!

NEXT AVAILABLE DATE: SEPTEMBER 2026

Advanced CERTIFICATE in 1st Team Player CAre

For existing professional Player Care practitioners looking to challenge themselves with a strong cohort of peers with in depth discussions about every aspect of 1st Team Player Care and how to improve.

NEXT AVAILABLE DATE: OCTOBER 2026

I’ve progressed through all The Player Care Group’s courses and they’re taught by people who really understand Player Care - I loved every session!

Being surrounded by & networking with like minded professionals at other clubs was a bonus too - probably the best courses I’ve ever taken! Highly recommended.
— Victor Balassiano, Player Services, Leeds United