The FA Referee Course - (5)

THE FA REFEREE COURSE

The FA Referee Course is designed to equip new referees with the key skills and knowledge they will need to be able to referee grassroots football matches safely and effectively. The course comprises online learning on the Laws of the Game and face to face training.

The FA Referee Course Consist of 5 Modules: 

Module One - Online Learning 

Module Two - Face to face Training 

Module Three - Face to Face Training 

Module Four - Qualifying Games 

Module Five - Mandatory attendance at our New Referee Celebration Evening to receive your certificate and LCRFA badge!


Online Learning

The online learning comprises five modules and will take approximately 90 minutes to complete. Videos are used throughout to demonstrate how the Law should be applied and there are activities which help to reinforce important points. At the end of each module, learners' knowledge will be tested and you will have to answer a total of 40 questions. Learners must answer every question correctly before they can download a certificate and successful completion is shown on their Whole Game System record.


Module 1 - Before the Match

Module 2 - Signals and Communication

Module 3 - 'Getting it Right'

Module 4 - Offside

Module 5 - Managing Restarts and Set-Pieces


Face to Face Training

The face to face training mixes theory work and practical activity on a pitch. The key points from the online learning are reinforced in the theory sessions, as well as covering how to build rapport and dealing with inappropriate behaviour. On the pitch, learners will be given the opportunity to turn their knowledge into skills through refereeing different game based scenarios.


Pre-Requisites

  • Learners must have completed all of the online learning modules before attending the face to face training.
  • If aged 14 or 15 you must complete the FA Safeguarding for All course prior to attending. If aged 16+, you must have completed The FA Safeguarding Children course prior to attending, as well as commencing the DBS process.
  • More details regarding the Pre-Requisites will be sent to candidates upon booking onto the course. 

Course Details:

Venue: Judgemeadow Community College, Marydene Drive, Evington, LE5 6HP

  • Workshop 1: Wednesday 20th August 2025 7pm-9pm
  • Workshop 2: Sunday 24th August 2025 9am-5pm


 

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