CIP PROGRAMME

The Coaching of Introductory Players (CIP) Programme, is a National Coach Development Programme providing on going learning opportunities for coaches. It is free to register and coaches will gain access to exclusive online resources and a calendar of pay as you go development opportunities.


Please click on the questions below to find out more information about the programme.

  • Who is it for and how much does it cost

    The programme for Coaches who are actively coaching youth and adult aged players through school, club, or association programmes. This is typically with teams outside of premier club and school grades.  


    It is FREE to register and access online resources. Coaches can then pick and choose workshops and opportunities from the Programme Calendar that will be pay as you go. Coaches who are part of the programme will receive a discount and priority access to workshops


  • How do I register for the Programme

    Click on the blue button on the top of the page to register via the online learning portal, its FREE and easy.


    If you don't have an existing account you will need to make a new one. 


    Once you login to your online learning account you will be able to click on the Course Catalogue and add the CIP Programme to your online courses alongside a range of other public courses. 


    If you get stuck there is a Online Learning FAQ course that shows you how to add a new course!

  • What is Involved and how long will it take

    Your level of involvement will then be determined by you. Coaches can look at the exclusive online resources and Programme Calendar of opportunities to pick and choose what they attend. 


    The programme is on-going and online resources and opportunities are updated annually. 

  • How do I know what Workshops are on

    You will receive a Programme Calendar that will include everything you need to know about workshops, including when, where, and how to register. This calendar will be on the Online Portal as part of the CIP Programme. 


    You will automatically access this calendar once you have register for the CIP Programme and logged into the online portal. 

  • Why should I register

    It is free, you get to access exclusive online resources, and if that wasn’t enough, you will be able to pick and choose from a range of workshops at a discounted price. 


    You will be part of a nationwide programme and receive priority access to workshops including FIH face to face Courses. 


  • Will I receive an accreditation

    There is no accreditation for the CIP Programme. 


    Coaches wanting accreditation may complete the FIH L1 Coaching Course which will be advertised to all programme coaches once scheduled. Alternatively, coaches may access an online FIHL1 Coaching Course via the FIH Academy.  


    Please click here for more information about the FIH Academy and Courses.

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