The FA Course for Futsal Referees (Theory & Practical)
Course Information:
- Minimum Age: 14
- Course Duration: Minimum of 18 guided learning hours, 6 notional learning hours
- Course Prerequisites: None
- Who is it for: This course is designed to provide training for those planning to referee Futsal.
- Course aims and objectives: To provide learners with an introduction to refereeing, 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.
- Leading to: Registered Referee Status (either level 8 Youth Referee or Level 7 Junior County Referee)
Course Content:
The course consists of 5 clear modules with the following elements
Modules 1-4 - Theory/Practical Delivery:
- Introduction to the course
- The ethos of Futsal
- Role and responsibilities
- What the qualification is
- Law 12 Sanctions
- Cautioning & send-off procedure
- Misconduct report writing
- Advantage
- Recognising Challenges
- The second referee, timekeeper and third referee
- Practical exercises covering various laws
- Free Kicks
- Penalty Kicks
- Small games for practical experience of refereeing
- Practical Experience (Over 1 – 3 month period 6 NLH’s)
Module 5 - Assessment of Experiences:
- Opportunity to reflect on previous learning and experience
- Examination to confirm competence to qualify as a Futsal Referee
PLEASE NOTE: The dates indicated on the course booking cover only the first 3 Modules of learning. Module 4 requires the candidate to track the practical implementation of their lessons in a match environment, and Module 5, the Final Assessment, can only be completed once that has been evidenced.
Either the Safeguarding Football on line learning resource or where applicable the workshop will be completed. A DBS check will be instigated during the course, where applicable.
Practical Involvement: Candidates are encouraged to participate practically to maximise their opportunities for learning. (This however will not prevent successful completion of the award)
Assessment: Assessment is via successful completing the Assessment of Knowledge (theory & practical) in module 4.
Suggested additional learning opportunities:
- FA Mini Football Referees Course
- Small Sided referee Course
- Futsal Referee Course
- Referee Mentoring Workshop
Equality: FA Learning will ensure that it treats people fairly and with respect and that it will provide access and opportunities for all members of the community to take part in, and enjoy, it's activities in an atmosphere free from harassment, bullying, discrimination or abuse. FA Learning will seek to provide a service which is appropriate to the needs of an individual and to make reasonable adjustments or provide support, where appropriate, to cater for those needs.
Learners are required to attend all dates and times associated to the course listed below. Failure to attend all dates will result in non-qualification.
| Herts Sports Village, De Havilland Campus, Mosquito Way, Hatfield, AL10 9EU |
| Course | Date | Month | Details/Component | Tutor | Time |
| FA Futsal Referee Course | Sunday 24th | March | Theory & Practical | A.Taylor | 9am - 5pm |
Hertfordshire FA adheres to a strict cancellation policy and by enrolling onto our course you agree to have read and agree to be bound by our Terms and Conditions. These can be viewed via our website http://www.hertfordshirefa.com/coaches/coaching-support/policies-and-procedures
Please be advised all of our courses are delivered using the English language. To complete the course learners will be required to have a sound understanding of English; both oral and written.
If you are unable to understand or speak the English language you will be required to provide a translator for the duration of the course. If you are bringing a translator you will be required to let Hertfordshire FA know in advance of the course start date.
All learners are required to wear appropriate sports apparel including correct footwear for the playing surface and shin guards covered by socks.
FA Safeguarding Children & Introduction to First Aid in Football certificates
Certificates of attendance for both the FA Safeguarding Children and Introduction to First Aid in Football workshops are now no longer issued by FA Education. Learners can download and print their certificate via the FA Learning website https://Learning.TheFA.com
Learners must have prior knowledge of the Laws of the Game.
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