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FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine

FIFA

A comprehensive free online diploma by FIFA covering 42 modules on football-related health and injury management. Written by experts from FIFA Medical Centres of Excellence worldwide, it covers everything from injury prevention to nutrition and mental health.

Duration

80+ hours

Level

Intermediate

Deadline

No Deadline

🌐 Available Languages: English
📅 Last Updated: 2026-03-24

📋 Prerequisites

No formal prerequisites are required. The diploma is open to all — from medical professionals to coaches, athletes, and anyone interested in football medicine. Each module can be studied independently.

👥 Who Should Take This Course

  • Sports medicine doctors and physiotherapists working in football
  • Football coaches and athletic trainers seeking injury prevention knowledge
  • Medical students interested in specializing in sports medicine
  • Athletes and fitness professionals who want to understand football injuries

📚 What You Will Learn

1

Pre-Competition Medical Assessment — Screening, Cardiac Evaluation, and Fitness Testing

2

Musculoskeletal Injuries — ACL, Meniscus, Muscle Tears, and Tendon Injuries

3

Joint-Specific Modules — Ankle, Knee, Hip, Shoulder, and Spine Conditions in Football

4

Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation — Evidence-Based Protocols and Return-to-Play

5

General Football Medicine — Nutrition, Mental Health, Anti-Doping, and Team Travel

6

Special Populations — Female Athletes, Youth Development, and Aging Players

🏛️ About the Institution — FIFA

FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association) is the international governing body of football, founded in 1904. FIFA Medical is dedicated to improving player health globally through education, research, and setting clinical care standards.

Founded

1904

Location

Zurich, Switzerland

Recognition

World's Governing Body of Football

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is the FIFA Football Medicine Diploma free?
Yes, the entire FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine is completely free. All 42 modules, including written content, podcasts, and video examinations, are accessible at no cost. A FIFA certificate is awarded upon completion.
Do I need to be a doctor to take this diploma?
No, you do not need to be a doctor. FIFA designed the program to be accessible to all — medical professionals, coaches, athletes, and anyone interested in football health and medicine.
How long does it take to complete all 42 modules?
Each module takes 2 to 4 hours, so the full diploma requires approximately 80 to 160 hours. The program is self-paced and flexible — you can complete individual modules or work through the entire diploma at your own speed.

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