Criteria
The FA, in conjunction with various bodies, has drawn up the following set of criteria for clubs wishing to reach Charter Standard:
A written constitution
FA CRB checked volunteers
All managers to have minimum of FA Level 1 Coaching Course
Commitment to attend in-service training
Acceptance and promotion of Codes of Conduct
Commitment to provide Mini-Soccer opportunities for Under 10s
Commitment to promote schools liaison and equal opportunities for all
Benefits
Clubs that are successful in achieving the Charter will get access to a range of benefits:
Umbro Vouchers
Annual Youth Charter Standard
Links with Local Schools
Free In-Service Training Days
Club having FA recognition
Helps with funding applications
Subsidised and free CFA courses
Monthly Charter Standard Newsletter
Opportunity to ball boy for the FA
Discounted FA CRB’s
Access to FA/McDonald’s Courses
Discounted equipment - Umbro 25% discount
Access to the FA Skills Programme
Use of The FA Charter Standard logo
Promotes club to volunteers
Helps attract sponsors
Access to Awards programme
Charter Standard Mini Soccer Festivals
Free England Youth tickets
Discounted entry into competitions
Priority for FA requests