But Southgate's sudden move from playing to coaching in the summer, when he replaced Steve McClaren mean he has not yet had a chance to study for the Uefa B and A badges, which he must have before he can apply for a Pro Licence.
Southgate cannot do this until the has his acquired his B then A badges - but Boro are confident that their plan will satisfy the Premier League.
And Boro are expected to argue that Southgate did not have the opportunity to take his badges because he was still a player when he was offered the managerial position at the club.
He is in the process of acquiring his B badge, and will start studying for the A qualification in the new year with a view to taking the Pro Licence in the summer.
Boro are hopeful of a sympathetic audience given that Southgate was offered the job after Steve McClaren left the club to become the new England coach.
In its statement, the board said it had taken into account that he was until recently an international footballer, which had denied him the opportunity to take the necessary coaching courses.
The new Boro boss has repeatedly stated his desire to acquire his coaching badges but has not had the opportunity to do so since taking charge - and is hopeful of being able to continue at the Riverside.
"I am expecting to be able to carry on in the role," said Southgate last week.
"What we have wanted to do all along is be open and honest.
"We did not set out to give me a different title, we have tried to do things the right way.
"Everybody is working to try to progress things and I am continuing to try to educate myself with the badges and qualifications that are needed."
