Get Into Refereeing
Make a difference to the game
Reasons to Referee
More and more people of all ages, genders, races and abilities are getting into refereeing.
For current and potential officials, refereeing is a great way to:
• Give something back to the game you love
• Remain involved in the game after injury or retirement
• Play a vital role in ensuring players enjoy the game
• Increase participation in the sport
• Make new and lasting friends
• Keep fit and healthy
• A potential career for those who wish to progress to the top
To book onto one of our FA Referee Courses first choose which course is most suitable for you. Then click on the booking link, if you have an FA FAN number then complete the registration process, if you do not have a FAN number then please click on the “Don’t have a FAN number?” link in order to obtain one - then proceed as normal to complete the booking process.
• A copy of the latest Laws of the Game
• An interactive DVD on the Laws of the Game
• A pre-course study programme
• FA Safeguarding Children training
• FA 'Respect' training
• FA registration fee for one season
• A referee whistle
• A set of red/yellow cards & holder
• A list of League contacts (for information only)
• Initial five 11v11 or 9v9 games
• A certificate of qualification following the successful passing of a final examination on the Laws of the Game
• FA Referee badge
• The services of FA Referee Mentors for on-going support throughout development period
We strongly recommend that parents of all candidates attend the initial session to gain a full understanding of the commitment required to complete the course.