Football coach course in Andalusia
To get your football coaching licence in Andalusia you have two recognised pathways. Before paying you should always check the same list.
- Federation pathway: RFAF Coaching School (based in Seville) for UEFA licences.
- Academic pathway: an authorised centre for the Sports Technician qualification.
- Before paying, confirm: open call, entry requirements, calendar, practical training and validity for the competition you want to coach in.
RFAF in Seville: where it is delivered and delegations in the 8 provinces
The first checkpoint for Andalusia is the RFAF - Real Federación Andaluza de Fútbol. Its Andalusian Coaching School publishes UEFA C, B, A and Pro calls season by season. Two annual windows are typical (start of season and January/February), but the calendar depends on each year.
Beyond the federation, check the RutaMister federations page for contact details, and the RFEF for the central UEFA licence process. For the academic Sports Technician route, the CSD and the Andalusian regional education authority list the authorised centres.
| Item | Andalusia |
|---|---|
| Regional federation | RFAF - Real Federación Andaluza de Fútbol |
| Coaching school | Escuela Andaluza de Entrenadores (Seville) |
| Official website | www.rfaf.es |
| Contact | federacion@rfaf.es |
| Phone | 954 924 928 |
RFAF enrolment: documentation, annual windows and provincial delegations
First identify the exact course name and what it awards: a UEFA federation licence or an academic Sports Technician qualification. The difference changes cost, duration and later recognition. Check the available levels before deciding.
- ID.
- Prior education: Spanish ESO or Bachillerato depending on level.
- Medical certificate.
- Photo.
- Proof of payment.
Licence-by-licence details in what you can coach with each licence. If you want an academic qualification with MEC grant access, consider the Sports Technician: longer and more expensive, but it grants an official Ministry title. Compare both routes in Sports Technician vs UEFA licence.
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Minimum qualification per category
Minimum qualification set by Article 69 of the RFAF General Regulations to coach as head coach. The quick rule: UEFA A for División de Honor Sénior and the top national competitions; UEFA B for Primera and Segunda Andaluza and all autonomous-level youth and grassroots football; and UEFA C — or the Nacional C and Monitor diplomas — for Tercera and Cuarta Andaluza and the provincial grassroots divisions.
Two Andalusian particularities: under Law 5/2016 on Sport in Andalusia, academic Sports Technician qualifications entitle you directly in these competitions (Grado Superior at UEFA Pro level, Grado Medio at UEFA A level and the first-level certificate at UEFA B level), besides being exchangeable for the equivalent federative habilitation. For assistant coaches the Regulations publish no per-competition chart: they require a "qualification according to the category" (art. 68). Quinta Andaluza Sénior, listed in the 26/27 federative fees, does not appear expressly in art. 69 — confirm it with your provincial delegation.
Senior (Andalusian divisions)
| Competition | Minimum head coach |
|---|---|
| División de Honor Sénior | UEFA A (Advanced, Level II) |
| Primera Andaluza | UEFA B (Basic, Level I) |
| Segunda Andaluza | UEFA B (Basic, Level I) |
| Tercera Andaluza | UEFA C, Nacional C or Monitor |
| Cuarta Andaluza | UEFA C, Nacional C or Monitor |
Youth and grassroots football
| Competition | Minimum head coach |
|---|---|
| Autonomous-level divisions (juvenil and below) | UEFA B (Basic, Level I) |
| Provincial divisions (juvenil and below) | UEFA C, Nacional C or Monitor |
National competitions with Andalusian teams
| Competition | Minimum head coach |
|---|---|
| Tercera RFEF (Groups IX and X) | UEFA A (Advanced, Level II) |
| División de Honor Juvenil | UEFA A (Advanced, Level II) |
| Liga Nacional Juvenil | UEFA B (Basic, Level I) |
| Segunda División RFEF de Fútbol Femenino | UEFA A (Advanced, Level II) |
| Primera División Nacional de Fútbol Femenino | UEFA B (Basic, Level I) |
Coach competences under Article 69 of the RFAF General Regulations (2025 edition), in force for the 2026/27 season.
Football coach courses in Huelva (and from any province)
- UEFA C: €185 on a base price of €325.
- UEFA B: €760 discounted.
- UEFA A: €1,110 discounted.
In Huelva city the only stable in-person option is academic: Centro Al-Ándalus delivers the Sports Technician qualification (levels 1 to 3) in person, but it does not publish prices on its website — request a quote directly before enrolling. Whichever route you choose, you will need to be linked to a club from the start of the course: check what to do if you are not in a club yet before paying your enrolment fee.
Huelva province also has an occasional free route: Rural Development Groups (GDR) have funded, together with the RFAF, editions of the UEFA C course at no cost for young people aged 16 to 29 from rural areas (7 places, 250 hours, FEADER funding). The last verified call dates from January 2023 (GDR Cuenca Minera): there is no confirmation of later editions, so check directly with the GDR in your area to see if it is still active before assuming anything.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find football coach courses in Andalusia?
The federation route runs through the Andalusian Coaching School at RFAF, based in Seville with delegations across the 8 provinces; check UEFA C, B, A and Pro calls on rfaf.es, by email at federacion@rfaf.es or by phone on 954 924 928. The academic Sports Technician route is delivered at centres authorised by the Andalusian regional education authority and the CSD. For the step-by-step process, see how to enrol in a coaching course.
Which licence do I need to coach in Andalusia?
It depends on the competition. Under Article 69 of the RFAF General Regulations, in senior football División de Honor requires UEFA A, Primera and Segunda Andaluza require UEFA B and Tercera and Cuarta Andaluza are covered by UEFA C; in youth and grassroots football, autonomous-level divisions require UEFA B and provincial divisions UEFA C. For Tercera RFEF (Andalusian Groups IX and X) you need UEFA A. Always confirm the current rules on rfaf.es before signing with a club.
How much does a coaching course cost in Andalusia?
With the Universo RFAF discount (2025/26 season, RFAF-CEDIFA), UEFA C costs €185 on a base price of €325; UEFA B comes to €760 and UEFA A to €1,110. The academic Sports Technician route has no fixed fee: centres such as Al-Ándalus in Huelva do not publish a price on their website, so you need to request a quote before enrolling.
Is a UEFA licence the same as Sports Technician studies in Andalusia?
They are different but equivalent routes: the UEFA licence is obtained through RFAF (Seville), the federation path, faster and cheaper; the Sports Technician is an official Ministry title, delivered at centres such as Al-Ándalus in Huelva, and it qualifies for the MEC grant. Under Article 167 bis of the RFEF Regulations, TD Level 1 equals UEFA B (TD Level 2 = UEFA A; TD Superior = UEFA Pro).
Does the RFAF only deliver courses in Seville or also in other provinces?
The headquarters are in Seville, but the RFAF has territorial delegations in the 8 Andalusian provinces (Seville, Málaga, Granada, Córdoba, Cádiz, Almería, Huelva and Jaén). UEFA C calls usually run with provincial venues depending on demand, while UEFA A and Pro concentrate in Seville. Confirm the exact venue on rfaf.es before enrolling.
What is the difference between Tercera RFEF Group IX and Group X?
Andalusia is split into two Tercera RFEF groups: Group IX (eastern Andalusia), with clubs from Málaga, Granada, Almería and Jaén; and Group X (western Andalusia), with clubs from Seville, Cádiz, Huelva and Córdoba. The minimum required licence is the same (UEFA A), but travel and logistics change depending on the group. Worth bearing in mind if you intend to coach at senior amateur level.
What should I do if I do not know which course to choose in Andalusia?
It depends on your goal and timeline. To coach grassroots football now, UEFA C at the Andalusian Coaching School (Seville) is the fastest route: €185 discounted, with two annual windows. If you are aiming for Tercera RFEF (Groups IX and X) you will need UEFA A; for an academic title with MEC grant access, consider the Sports Technician route. Use the RutaMister assistant for a recommendation in 60 seconds.
Official sources
- RFAF - Real Federación Andaluza de Fútbol
- RFAF: federation PNFG portal
- RFEF: coach education
- RFEF: UEFA licence application process
- CSD: sports education
- RFAF: Universo RFAF discount (UEFA C)
- Centro Al-Ándalus Huelva: Sports Technician
- GDR Cuenca Minera: free UEFA C places
- RFAF: General Regulations (arts. 68-69, coaches)