The current process for obtaining accreditation starts with the Level 5 Introductory course. This is conducted by correspondence, with participants receiving their workbook, Laws of the Game and a DVD.

Once the workbook has been completed and returned for marking, participants will be sent the Level 5 exam. If successful they will be given a certificate identifying they have passed the Level 5 course. This course is made for the entire football community, for anyone who wishes to increase their knowledge of the Laws, not just for prospective referees.

To be officially recognised as a referee and to receive appointments to games, participants must firstly register as a match official with Football West and then complete the Level 4 course. This is a classroom based course, and takes approximately eight hours to complete. These courses are generally run on a weekend, however they are scheduled to meet most participants' needs. The next Level 4 courses will be scheduled for February and March prior to the season commencing in April.

Once you've passed your initial Level 5 and Level 4 courses, not only do you get paid for each game you officiate but there is a clear career path available to you. Starting with juniors as a cadet referee which includes running the line for senior games, then progressing up through the ranks to the higher levels which includes the A-League, should you wish.

Current course costs (payable to Football West) are as follows:

·         Level 5 course (correspondence)                       $   40.00

·         Level 4 course (classroom based)                      $   80.00

If you feel you have what it takes to be a match official please complete and return the registration form below or if you would like some further information, please contact Football West's Referees Coordinator, Mathew Cheeseman by calling (08) 9422 6910 or email .


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