How do I become a referee?
You will need to attend a training course of between 8 - 12 weeks. These are conducted by your County FA.
Further details can be also obtained from The FA.com web site below:
On successful completion of the FA course you will be qualified as a level 7 referee. Further details can be obtained from this excellent Web Site.
Advice for New Referees.
Advice for new referees can be obtained from the following web sites:
FIFA Laws of the Game.
The Laws of the game can be downloaded from the FA.
You will also be able to join the Football Association Match Officials Association (FAMOA). Further details can be obtained from the Referees Administrator Louise Abbott. After completing 10 games as a Referee you will be entitled to wear the following badge.
Clothing and Equipment.
Once qualified you can obtain your clothing and equipment from your local referee association or via:
