Referees Wanted!
Referees Courses
are run throughout the year. You must be at least 13 years old
to become a referee. Don't hesitate to get in touch with GDFRA
for when the next one will be conducted.
For
information, don't hesitate to get in touch with the secretary of
GDFRA -
secretary@gdfra.org.au
REFEREE’S COURSE - OUTLINE
Pre-requisite Level 4 Online Course -
covering all the Laws of Football:
The 17 Laws
1. The Field of Play
2. The Ball
3. The Players
4. The Players' Equipment
5. The Referee
6. The Other Match Officials
7. The Duration of the Match
8. The Start and Restart of Play
9. The Ball In and Out of Play
10. Determining the Outcome of a Match
11. Offside
12. Fouls and Misconduct
13. Free Kicks
14. The Penalty Kick
15. The Throw-In
16. The Goal Kick
17. The Corner Kick
Level 4 Modules - Working through and completion of 6 modules in the Level 4 program
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Module 1 - Components & equipment
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Module 2 - Participants
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Module 3 - Game Events
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Module 4 - Offences & Sanctions
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Module 5 - Temporary Dismissals (Sin Bin)
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Module 6 - Additional Information
Practical
Session: This session covers
positioning, signalling, flag use, appointments, and Granville
District Soccer Football Association Rules and Procedures.
Note:
To complete the Level 4 course, candidates looking to become
referees within the GDFRA must first complete the six-module online
course. This course is FREE to anyone and can be completed in your
own time, with candidates who successfully complete the course
receiving a certificate online as proof of completing the course. Candidates
are expected to study their law books
and ask relevant questions when any points of the Level 4 Course are
not understood.
Please bring your certificate to
the start of the
practical session course.
Click on the following link to start your journey:
https://learn.footballaustralia.com.au/training/index.cfm?event=page.login
Level 3 Referee Courses (16+)
The Senior Football Match Official (Level 3 Referee) course is tailored for those who wish to take their first steps into officiating senior-level football. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the Laws Of the Game as applied to adult competitions. Participants will learn the key aspects of match control and decision-making, preparing them for the demands of amateur senior football organised by Member Federations and Associations. Participants are required to be a minimum of 16 years old to attend this course. To register for a Level 3 Course, please follow the below steps:
For Referees wishing to upgrade their theory to Level 2 and Level 1, please email the secretary - secretary@gdfra.org.au or the TSC Chairman - tscchair@gdfra.org.au
Completing the modules and the practical session alone is insufficient.