Course Description

This course is designed to provide training for those currently registered as 11 a side referees planning to referee Futsal and will focus on the following key areas;

- Understanding the difference between Futsal and the 11 a side game
- Understanding the laws of Futsal and their practical application
- The realities of your role – dealing with practical situations including misconduct
- Putting your skills and knowledge into practise by refereeing some games

It is anticipated that the majority of learning will be facilitated in a practical environment.

Course Aims and Objectives

To provide learners with an introduction to refereeing Futsal, identifying the skills required to effectively referee games of Futsal. Following the initial training the candidates will be expected to referee a minimum of six games before returning for a review session during which their knowledge of Law will be assessed.

Course Content

Unit One

- Differences between Futsal and the 11 a side game (3 GLH’s)
- Introduction to the course
- The ethos of Futsal
- Practical application of different laws
- The next steps

Practical Experience (Over 1 – 3 month period 6 NLH’s)

- Refereeing a minimum of six games
- Putting theory into practice

Unit Two

- Reviewing your role as a Referee (3 GLH’s)
- Opportunity to reflect on previous learning and experience
- Examination to confirm competence to qualify as a Futsal Referee

Practical Involvement: Candidates will be encouraged to participate practically to maximise their opportunities for learning (The qualification cannot be completed unless the six games are officiated).

Course Pre-requisites

Prior to certification, candidates are required to:

- Be an existing 11 a side referee at level 8-1

Course Duration

6 Guided Learning Hours
6 Notional Learning Hours

Date: Thursday 27^th October 2016 6:30 – 9:30pm

Venue:  TRANMERE ROVERS FC Futsal Hall, Prenton Park, Prenton Road West BIRKENHEAD Merseyside CH42 9PY

Please Note: That In order to secure your place full payment must be received by Cheshire County FA Ltd prior to the course commencing.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Candidates who cancel more than 2 weeks before a course commencing will be eligible for a full refund less a £20 administration charge. 

Less than 2 weeks before candidates will not be entitled to any refund. 

TRANSFER FEE:

Candidates wishing to transfer will incur the following costs: (all courses)

A £20 administration fee will be charged.

PLEASE NOTE:

This course requires a minimum number of candidates for it to run successfully.

If there are insufficient candidates, the course tutor has the right to cancel the course. If we do have to cancel the course for any reason prior to the commencement date you will notified and issued with a full refund.