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Development & Courses

Further your knowledge

The first crucial step to developing as a referee
The FA Centre of Refereeing Excellence

CORE Groups

FA CORE is for those referees who demonstrate that they have the clear potential and opportunity to progress in refereeing regardless of which part of the country they are from, their gender or their age.
Substition takes place under Subs Board

Training & Workshops

Develop your Refereeing skills
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Mentoring & Volunteering

The mentor programme provides support and offers guidance to newly qualified referees during their first 5 training matches.
Take the next step to the Premier League

Referee Promotion

Do you want to officiate in a higher standard of football? Want to know more about the promotion structure that can take you as far as the professional game? Do you want to realise your full potential as a referee? Read on!

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Get Into Refereeing

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Refereeing Support

From the registration process, to personal insurance for Referees and information on your local RA we're here to help.
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Rules and Regulations

Referees play an integral part in ensuring football remains fair, safe and inclusive for all.