Referee Resources
Refereeing is a vital part of our game, and this page brings together everything you need as a Match Official, from course information and upcoming training sessions to referee calendars, apparel, resources, and development opportunities.
Referee Qualification Pathway
Step 1 → Laws of the Game (online)
Step 2 → Choose Your Pathway (Junior or Senior)
Step 3 → Complete the Online Course
Step 4 → Attend the Classroom Recap & Practical Session
Step 5 → Start Officiating
Laws of the Game
Before enrolling in any referee course, all new Match Officials must complete the FREE online Laws of the Game Course via the Football Australia Learning Platform.
Mandatory for all new referees
Covers the foundational rules of football
Required before enrolling in either the Junior or Senior Match Official Online Course
View Registration Instructions
After completing the Laws of the Game, select your pathway below.
Interested in becoming a Match Official? Submit your details and the team will contact you with next steps.