Referee Course Information

School Holiday Introductory Referee Level 5 Workshop

Santos Stadium 
Function Room
Santos Stadium
145 Railway Tce
Mile End

• Monday January 22nd 2007
• 10.00am - 4.00pm
• COST $60
• Includes Laws of the Game, Workbook & Handouts


Introductory Referee Course Level 5

Bridgewater Sports & Social Club 
Towers Rd Bridgewater

• Monday 12th, 19th, 26th Feb & 5th Mar 2007
• 7.30pm - 9.30pm
• COST $60
• Includes Laws of the Game, Workbook & Handouts


Referee Level 4 Training Course 

Bridgewater Sports & Social Club 
Towers Rd Bridgewater

• Monday 19th Mar 2007
• 7.30pm - 9.30pm
• Free to Active Members
• $25 Non Members
• Cost Includes Work book, Resource Book & Handouts


Contact Steve Gregan
Referee Development Officer
Football Federation South Australia Inc
Tel 08 8354 1422 Mobile 0419 865 149
Email steve.gregan@ffsa.com.au  
 

Football Federation South Australia Laws of the Game
Wednesday October 9th 2005

An opportunity exists for Clubs, Schools or any sporting groups wishing to gain a better understanding of the Laws of Football. Our objective is to teach the Laws of the Game to as many coaches, players, parents and supporters of our wonderful evolving game.

These sessions are presented by Qualified Referees/Instructors and cater for all ages.
Working within the established guidelines of the Football Federation Australia National Referee Development Schedule these short courses of up to 2 hours can be tailored to your individual needs.

Suggested subjects for discussion;
Basic knowledge of the Laws
Offside
Law changes for season 2006
Player,Coach & Referees Code of Conduct
Occupational Health and Safety issues,
Players equipment
Dispensary Procedures (DC)
Fouls & Misconduct Offences and Match Reports.
Club Assistant Referee duties

These sessions can be arrange at a suitable time at your clubrooms or suitable venue (A TV & DVD player, whiteboard would be appreciated)

For details on this program Contact Steve Gregan at FFSA on 08 8340 2889
Email steve.gregan@ffsa.com.au 
 

An introduction to the world of Football Refereeing

The world of football Refereeing can be exciting and enjoyable. It starts with the Football Federation Australia Referee Level 5 Training Program.

Level 5 Program - Basic Knowledge of the Laws
• Conducted over four weeks (one night per week) or by arranged Workshops.
• Facilitated by one of our instructors or completed by correspondence
• At a venue near you
• Cost - $60.00 includes Laws of the Game, Workbook & Handouts.

A pass in the 40 multiple choice questions examination on the final night plus satisfactory completion of the workbook, entitles participants to Level 5 Referee Certificate
 

Referee Basic Development and Consolidation Programs

The first three training programs provide basic competencies and consolidation of skills..

Referee Level 5
Career development begins with the completion of the FFA Referee Level 5 Training Program. This program includes a written theory examination. Successful participants receive a FFA Level 5 Referee certificate. NOAS accreditation is not available for program graduates and they are not qualified to officiate in any game.

Graduates should be encouraged to indicate their preferred level of Football. An appropriate affiliated referees’ group should be identified for them. This referee group will provide the Level 4 program and subsequently allocate them to an appropriate officiating panel.

Prerequisite
• Applicants should be at least 13 years of age on completion of the program.

Process
• Application to an affiliated referee group, or to an Instructor authorised by the State Coach. The program fee must accompany the application.
• Completion of the FFA Referee Level 5 Training Program.


Referee Level 4
Prerequisites
• Applicants must be members of an affiliated referee group.
• Applicants should be at least 13 years of age at the commencement of the program.
• Applicants must clearly exhibit the competencies required of a FFA Level 5 referee.

Processes
• By application to an affiliated referee group. The program fee must accompany the application.
• Completion of the FFA Referee Level 4 Training Program.


Referee Level 3
Prerequisites
• Applicants must be members of an affiliated referee group.
• Recommended that applicants be active referees at least 16 years of age; however, the recommended age stipulation is notional.
• Applicants must clearly exhibit the competencies required of a FFA Level 4 referee.

Processes
• By application to their affiliated referee group’s Technical Committee; or by invitation from that Technical Committee. The program fee must accompany the application or acceptance of the invitation.
• Current Level 4 members may be invited by the Technical Committee to enrol as a Level 3 candidate immediately their Level 4 status is confirmed.
• Completion of the FFA Referee Level 3 Training Program.


Referee Level 2
Prerequisites
• Applicants must be members of an affiliated referee group.
• Applicants must be active referees at least 18 years of age.
• Applicants must clearly exhibit the skill sets required of a FFA Level 3 referee.

Processes
• By application to their affiliated referee group’s Technical Committee. The program fee must accompany the application.
• The Technical Committee may invite members who possess the prerequisites to undertake the upgrading program. The program fee must accompany the acceptance of the invitation.
• Completion of the FFA Referee Level 2 Training Program.
• Games assigned for the practical assessments should meet the standard specified in this Schedule. Level 2 referee appointments should only be made after the candidate has successfully completed the Level 2 theory examination unit.
• Each Level 2 game must be inspected by a Level 2 or Level 1 Inspector [or another inspector approved by the State Coach]. Comprehensive inspection reports with running sheets are required.


Referee Level 1
Prerequisites
• Applicants must be members of an affiliated referee group.
• Applicants must be active referees at least 18 years of age.
• Applicants must clearly exhibit the skill sets required of a FFA Level 2 referee.

Processes
• By application to their affiliated referee group’s Technical Committee. The program fee must accompany the application.
• The Technical Committee may invite members who possess the prerequisites to undertake the upgrading program. The program fee must accompany the acceptance of the invitation.
• Completion of the FFA Referee Level 1 Training Program.
• Games assigned for the practical assessments should meet the standard specified in this Schedule. Level 1 referee appointments should only be made after the candidate has successfully completed the Level 1 theory examination unit.
• Each Level 1 game must be inspected by a Level 1 Inspector [or another inspector approved by the State Coach]. Comprehensive inspection reports with running sheets are required.

Download a full copy of the AUSTRALIAN OFFICIATING  DEVELOPMENT SCHEDULE for more details of course content and requirements.