Level 1 course

This course is for those who wish to referee for their school, club or referee society. You do not need to have completed a Foundation Course to do this course. The Level 1 course is approximately 6 hours in total followed by a practical assessment when the candidate is ready. The cost of the course is £15 which includes membership of your local Referees’ Society, Law book, Law variation cards and course handouts. Having passed the exam and practical assessment a Level 1 Refereeing licence is awarded and you are qualified to referee up to and including, Regional League 2, schools, youth, Mini Rugby, Tag and New Image. The licence is valid for the remainder of the season in which you passed the course and a further 2 full seasons.