The AFC Professional Coaching Diploma, also known as the AFC Pro-Diploma, is the highest level of coaching accreditation issued by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). The diploma was first awarded by the AFC in 2001. [1] The AFC considers the diploma the equivalent of the UEFA Pro Licence. [2]
Students are required to have completed the B coaching certificate. Study for the diploma involves undertaking at least 220 hours of coursework. [3] [4]
The AFC have proposed that coaches of all national professional leagues, AFC Champions League and AFC Cup teams must have the diploma. [3]