The purpose of the First-Time Referee course is to prepare First-Time Referees to work in a competitive or recreational youth and amateur adult matches. 

The goal of the First-Time Referee course is to broaden a candidate’s understanding on how to:

• Facilitate a fair, fun, and safe game for the players by enforcing and applying the Laws of the Game
• Make and clearly communicate decisions based on perception and interpretation of player’s actions
• Facilitate understanding and application the Laws of the Game for players and coaches

On successful completion of the course, candidates will receive a Referee license for the current registration year. Once the license and badge are received, Referees can officiate competitive, small-sided or recreational youth and amateur adult matches.