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The FIFA Safeguarding Workshop is an interactive learning programme designed to equip coaches and football professionals with the knowledge and confidence to create safe, inclusive and player-centred environments. Through practical scenarios, expert guidance and interactive activities, learners will develop the skills to recognise safeguarding concerns, respond appropriately and understand their responsibilities in protecting everyone involved in football..
What is the challenge?
Creating safe, inclusive and player-centred football environments requires more than awareness alone.
Safeguarding is a shared responsibility, yet many individuals working in football remain uncertain about recognising concerns, responding appropriately and understanding their role in protecting children, young people and adults at risk.
This programme provides the knowledge and confidence to identify safeguarding risks, respond appropriately and contribute to a positive culture where everyone can participate in football safely.
Course overview
The FIFA Safeguarding Workshop provides a practical introduction to safeguarding within football, supporting learners to understand the principles, responsibilities and behaviours that underpin safe environments across the game.
Through a series of interactive modules, real-world scenarios and reflective activities, learners will explore how to recognise safeguarding concerns, respond appropriately, understand reporting procedures and contribute to creating positive, respectful and inclusive football environments.
Who is the course for?
This programme has been designed for anyone with a responsibility for creating safe football environments, including:
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Coaches and Coach Educators
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Technical Directors and Technical Staff
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Referees and Match Officials
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Club, League and Member Association staff
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Volunteers and Team Managers
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Medical, Performance and Player Support Staff
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Safeguarding Officers
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Anyone working directly with children, young people or adults at risk within football
No previous safeguarding experience is required.
What do you get?
Upon completing this course, you will:
✔ Develop a practical understanding of safeguarding principles within football.
✔ Recognise signs, indicators and potential safeguarding concerns.
✔ Understand your responsibilities when responding to concerns or disclosures.
✔ Explore practical case studies and realistic football scenarios.
✔ Strengthen your confidence to contribute to safer football environments.
✔ Download a FIFA certificate of completion upon finishing the full course
What topics will you cover?
This programme provides educational guidance to support safeguarding awareness and good practice within football. It does not replace local legislation, Member Association safeguarding policies or organisational reporting procedures. Learners should always follow the safeguarding policies and reporting processes applicable within their own organisation and jurisdiction.
Knowledge levels and related research
This programme has been developed through collaboration with safeguarding specialists, football practitioners and subject matter experts, drawing upon current international safeguarding principles, FIFA safeguarding frameworks and evidence-informed practice.
The content has been designed to provide practical, applied knowledge that can be implemented immediately within football environments while supporting continued professional development.
New to the FIFA Learning Hub? Here’s how to get started
The course above is housed on the Learning Hub, a part of the FIFA Training Centre designed for interactive e-learning. Getting access to the Learning Hub requires signing up, which only takes a moment. Follow these quick steps in the video below.