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.

The FA Futsal Referees Course is designed for anyone aged 14 and over who wants to join the fast-paced sport of Futsal.

 

Futsal has a pathway from the local sports hall through to refereeing on the international stage. Futsal referees play an integral role in ensuring all participants enjoy their matchday experience, helping create a competitive, fair, safe and enjoyable playing environment. This course will be crucial in ensuring our affiliated futsal competitions around the County are supported with qualified officials.

 

 Whether you want to referee in youth and adult leagues, men's or women's Futsal, our Futsal Referees Course could the starting point for your career. Refereeing is not only rewarding in a Futsal environment, but the social and life skills that come from becoming a referee extend far beyond your initial expectations.


If you are a FA registered match offical you will be entitled to a discounted rate for the course. Please contact Jake.Park@lincolnshirefa.com for a promotional code.



Course Cancellation: 

Our courses are in high demand and by not informing us that you are unable to attend, you are preventing another candidate from attending the course. The following charges will apply to all cancellations:

  • 28 days or more a candidate will be entitled to a full refund.

  • 27 days – 14 days a candidate will be charged 25% of their course fee plus admin fee.

  • 13 days – 7 days a candidate will be charged 50% of their course fee plus admin fee.

  • 6 days or less no refund will be provided.

    Course Transfers: 

    If a candidate wishes to transfer to a different course the following charges apply:

    If notification is provided between 28 – 14 days prior to the start date of the course no fee will be charged.

    If notification is provided between 13 – 7 days prior to the start of the course there will be a 10% (of the total course fee) administration charge.

    If notification is provided less than 6 days prior to the start of the course the candidate will not be able to transfer. They will lose their course place on the course and will need to re-book on to another course at full cost.

    Consideration will be given to candidates who, for health reasons or exceptional circumstances are unable to attend and require a transfer to another course. A letter from a Doctor or medical professional may be requested.


Please note to access this online application, you will need a FAN (FA Number).

If have ever been involved in football or taken an FA Qualification, it is highly likely you already have a FAN. If you do not know your FAN or password, or need to create a FAN, please use our FAN FINDER tool by clicking to register/retrieve your details.

Please be aware that if you already have a FAN, and create another FAN, this could cause delays in being confirmed on the course and any qualifications being awarded.




Please note to access this online application, you will need a FAN (FA Number).

If have ever been involved in football or taken an FA Qualification, it is highly likely you already have a FAN. If you do not know your FAN or password, or need to create a FAN, please use our FAN FINDER tool by clicking to register/retrieve your details.

Please be aware that if you already have a FAN, and create another FAN, this could cause delays in being confirmed on the course and any qualifications being awarded.

If the FAN Finder says you haven't got a FAN, and you think you have, then please click here for a full guide on how to locate it.

Please enter your unique FAN and password below:
FA Number
Password
Don't have a FAN number?
Forgot password