Looking for a new challenge within football? Or just looking for a way to earn some extra cash while staying involved in football?
Refereeing is a great way to stay active and involved in the world game.
Queensland has a long and proud history of producing some of Australia’s best referees. Members of Queensland’s football community have officiated at the top level, both domestically and internationally, including in the Isuzu Ute A-League and Liberty A-League, AFC Champions League, AFC Asian Cup, FIFA Women’s World Cup and FIFA World Cup.
Whether you want to referee at local level, remain active in the game following injury or retirement or make a career out of refereeing, Football Queensland is dedicated to making your journey as rewarding as possible.
Follow these few simple steps and you will be on your way to becoming a match official!
1. Take the online Laws of the Game test (FREE)
This is a free online training module which provides a basic introduction to the Laws of the Game and their interpretations. Successful candidates will receive a certificate identifying they have demonstrated awareness in the Laws of the Game, and have the necessary knowledge to attend the Level 4 Referee course.
2. Complete a Level 4 Referee course
Level 4 is the introductory course that will build on your knowledge gained from the Laws of the Game test. The course runs for 4 hours, there is no exam on-course and you must be a minimum of 13 years old to attend. To receive your qualification, all course attendees must complete a field test at a community football match which will be organised by your local Referee Coach & Development Officer.
3. Register as a Referee to Squadi
Once you have completed the Level 4 Referee Course you must register via Squadi to complete your registration and be appointed to games. You will receive an email from Football Queensland with registration instructions to set-up your Squadi account and pay the registration fee of $150. These fees apply to first year referees only which includes the Level 4 Referee Course, Referee membership for the season and referee equipment including one each of the following items: teal shirt, pair of shorts, pair of socks, whistle, set of cards, set of flags and pink armband for referees under the age of 18.
4. Join the Football Queensland Referees Facebook Group
Stay in touch with fellow referees from across the state in the Football Queensland Referees Facebook group.
