This Level 1 course provides a comprehensive introduction to the role and responsibilities of a goalkeeper, including an overview of basic equipment and safety measures crucial for effective and safe play. Learners will understand positioning on the field and how it impacts overall team defense. The programme progresses to fundamental techniques such as catching, handling, diving, and footwork, ensuring players develop core skills necessary for successful goalkeeping.

Further modules focus on modern goalkeeping skills, including ball distribution through throwing and kicking, effective communication with defenders, and decision-making in various game situations. The course also addresses physical fitness and mental preparation, offering exercises to improve concentration, focus, and confidence while teaching strategies for managing pressure during matches.

Practical sessions encourage hands-on learning through drills, self-assessment, and reflective practice to help goalkeepers identify strengths and areas for improvement. The course concludes with guidance on next steps for development, supporting learners in their continuous progression as skilled modern goalkeepers.