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Frequently Asked Questions for New Referees in England:

	Can women become referees?
	Yes. female referees are very welcome onto our courses. They are also welcome as referees once they have qualified.
	How old do I have to be?
	You may start to referee once you are 14.
	Can I referee as soon as I pass the exam?
	Level 9 Trainee Referees who have participated in the two-tier training, and who have qualified, will immediately move to level 8(14 - 16 years of age) or Level 7 as appropriate. A Trainee Referee is a potential candidate who has undergone the Basic Referees Course, having successfully demonstrated a knowledge and understanding of the Laws of Associated Football, but has yet to take the initial examination - they may be Registered as a 'Trainee Referee'. Trainee Referees, once registered as such, may be appointed as Match Officials in accordance with FA Regulations. A Basic Referees Course, is a course of instruction as determined by the Association leading to the examination of Referee candidates. Trainee Referees undertaking the Basic Referees Course will be registered as Level 9. A Level 9 Referee will automatically become a Level 7 Referee on successful completion of the Basic Referees Course and having attained the age of 16.Yes. We would like all new referees to start as soon as possible.
	Will there be anyone to help me once I start to referee?
	Most certainly. Your instructor will always assist and so will other senior referees. The Referees' Association will always be on hand to help. There are a number of Referees' Societies around the country. Joining a Referees' Society will enable you to share learning with more senior Referees. Each County will provide refresher training for Referees each season.
	How long does the course take?
	Usually one evening a week for 6 to 8 weeks. Some courses are arranged over a weekend.
	Is there an exam at the end of the course?
	Yes. A written exam lasting 1 hour and an individual oral test.
	What is the pass mark
	75%
	Does it cost much to become a referee?
	Not much. Sometimes there will be a small tuition fee and you will need to buy kit. Often, other referees will help you with this.
	Is there a course near my home?
	Most likely. Courses are held in all large cities and towns as well as in small market towns in every part of England. If you are in the Services or at College there may be a course in your place of work or study.
	What equipment will I need when I come to a course?
	Very little. All text books are provided by the Football Association free of charge
	Do I have to actually referee when I pass the exam?
	No, you don't have to referee. You may wish to take up active refereeing later but you will need to keep up your registration and your knowledge of the Law.
	How do register my interest in becoming a Referee?
	Visit the UK Referees Association web site, or contact your local Referees' Society (see my Referees' Society page). For further details about the UK Referee Classifications, click here.
	How fit do you have to be?
	See my fitness pages.
	What is the Level 2 Certificate for Match Officials in Football?
	The Level 2 Certificate for Match Officials (L2CMOF) was first advertised in the FAMOA Journal June 2004, which contained a 4 page article by Regional FA Referees Manager Janie Frampton.  Details can be found here.  The qualification has been developed in partnership with The Football Association, the National Governing Body for Association Football in England and is exclusively awarded and administered by 1st4sport Qualifications. The Level 2 Certificate for Match Officials in Football (L2CMOF) is designed to recognise an individual's competence as a match official, at a particular point in time.