Pro:Direct Academy
London Market Road

Join a Pro:Direct Academy football education programme and compete like a pro while studying full-time. PDA players take part in regular showcase games against Pro teams & experience exclusive Pro:Direct brand events.Pro:Direct teams have played fixtures against international youth squads and pro club academies.

Four players have signed for professional clubs since season 17/18. Benefit from an outstanding learning and teaching experience which will push you to achieve your best and set you on the path to establishing yourself with the football or sports industry.

COURSE START DATE
September 2020
For 2019 course information, please request a prospectus below.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
4-5 GCSE's Level 9-4 including English or Maths, or both.
You will need to be 16 years old by 31st August, ready to start the programme in early September.

COST
FREE for 16-18 year olds

A 2-year, full-time education and football development programme for 16-19 year olds.

PATHWAY A
Year 1 - BTEC Level 3 90 Credit Diploma in Sport
Year 2 - BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport

PATHWAY B
Year 1 - City & Guilds Level 2 Increasing Participation in Sport
Year 2 - City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Sport

UCAS Points
PATHWAY A - Up to 280
PATHWAY B - Entry onto any Foundation Degree

Where required students will study Maths and English GCSE or Functional Skills.

SCL Education Group is one of the UK’s leading independent providers of education through sport.

• Government approved post-16 private education provider
• Experts in the field of sport and education delivery with over 15 years' experience
• Nationally recognised for high quality advice and guidance
• Programmes delivered in real sports environments
• Proven Progression routes

EDUCATION
Successful completion of your Study Programme will provide you with the option to apply for a Foundation or BA Honours Degree at University in a Sports Related Discipline. As part of the tutorial system, you will receive guidance on how to apply to University, however further information can be found on the UCAS website - www.ucas.com.

APPRENTICESHIPS
If you decide to combine further study with employment, you will be eligible for an apprenticeship within the sport and leisure industry.

EMPLOYMENT
Upon successful completion of your study programme, you will receive information, support and guidance on a variety of aspects, which will support you in securing either full or part time employment in Football, coaching and the leisure industry.

FOOTBALL
Studying with SCL provides you with an opportunity to play professional or non-professional sport, as well as a pathway to coaching opportunities, in the UK or Abroad, especially the USA.

PRESENTATION

• An opportunity for you and your parents to hear about the programme
• Meet the SCL teachers and Academy coaches
• Understand your exit routes when you graduate from the academy
• Ask any questions

BOOK YOUR SPORTS ASSESSMENT 

• Select your chosen Academy and book your Sports Assessment 
• Provide the information requested

ATTEND SPORTS ASSESSMENT

• Demonstrate your skills
• Successful players will be offered an interview

INTERVIEW

• One hour Education interview
• Your chance to ask any questions about the education programme and show your passion for sport

If successful you will be given a conditional offer and then accepted depending on your results in August.