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Charter Standard

FA Charter Standard

The FA Charter Standard Clubs programme, supported by the FA Community Partner, McDonald's, was launched in February 2001 and is a core component of The FA's Football Development Programme.

The project is aimed at all clubs outside the Football League and Premier League, players, children and parents find a club in their local area that meets FA Standards.

Criteria

The FA, in conjunction with various bodies, has drawn up the following set of criteria for clubs wishing to reach FA Charter Standard status

  • A written constitution
  • FA CRB checked volunteers
  • All managers to have a minimum of FA Level 1 Certificate in coaching
  • Commitment to attend in-service training
  • Acceptance and Promotion of Codes of Conduct
  • Commitment to promote schools liaison and equal opportunities for all

Benefits

Clubs that are successful in achieving the FA Charter Standard will get access to a range of benefits:

  • Use of the FA Charter Standard Crest
  • Exclusive Workshops
  • Umbro Kit and Equipment Grants
  • National and Regional Awards
  • Access to FA McDonald's Coaching Awards
  • Certificates

Please visit www.thefa.com for more details

For an application form please download from the related documents.