The SETU Arena / WWETB Player Development Programme is a full-time football and education programme designed to provide aspiring footballers with the opportunity to maximise their potential both on and off the pitch.
Operating 48 weeks of the year at SETU Arena, Waterford, the programme combines high-quality football coaching, player development and education in a professional training environment.
With a pathway to professional football in the League of Ireland and abroad, the programme provides students with the opportunity to pursue their football ambitions while gaining valuable qualifications, coaching experience and opportunities for further education.
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Students benefit from a structured football development programme delivered by UEFA-licensed coaches in top-class training facilities at SETU Arena.
The programme focuses on developing players across all aspects of performance, preparing them for the demands of senior and professional football.
Key Features:
Alongside their football development, students work towards a QQI Level 5 Sport & Recreation Major Award, providing a recognised qualification and a pathway into further education.
Course Modules:
Students can earn up to 390 CAO points, subject to the relevant QQI scoring and higher education entry requirements.
The qualification provides opportunities to progress into further and higher education, including courses related to sport, exercise, coaching, fitness and other disciplines.
Students have the opportunity to complete two separate week-long work experience placements in relevant sporting environments.
These placements provide valuable practical experience, allowing students to develop professional skills, gain insight into the sports industry and explore potential career pathways.
Throughout the programme, students have opportunities to gain additional industry-relevant qualifications and certifications, enhancing their skills and future employment prospects.
Additional Awards & Certifications:
These qualifications compliment the QQI Level 5 award and provide students with opportunities to develop their knowledge and experience in coaching, fitness instruction and the wider sports industry.
The SETU Arena / WWETB Player Development Programme has a strong track record of supporting players in their progression towards senior and professional football.
Numerous former students have progressed to clubs in the League of Ireland and abroad, demonstrating the opportunities available through the programme.
