 20 students from all over Australia between the ages 14–17 are selected for a 12-month study and development program, with the option of a second year.The FFA COE fields their squad in the top division of men's football in the ACT, NPL Capital Football but is ineligible for the Federation Cup and league finals series.The program has previously competed in the NSW and Victorian Premier Leagues and has produced a host of Australian international players.