Become A Referee!

What course is right for you?

Colorado First Time Referee Course (age 13 and older) is comprised of six hours of online modules and a 3.5 hour in-person training session. Online modules are in the Learning Center classroom for whichever in-person session is chosen. Cost is $90 plus uniform kit (optional $67) This is the traditional referee pathway, that includes options for premium pay and advancement.

Digital Referee License is a 4 hour online only course. (ages 17 and older) Designed for individuals who want to help with the referee shortage, especially coaches or parents who confidently want to be able to step in and help when games do not have an assigned referee. It is also a great option for college students and ‘gig’ workers looking to supplement their income on a flexible schedule. Cost is $40 Individuals will need to purchase uniform kit separately. This is a closed loop license and does not include the option for advancement

Recertifying Referee Course is required annually to work games. All referee licenses expire on 12/31 each year. Referees must take the annual online-only certification course, which includes Laws of the Game updates, continuing education and a quiz. Cost is $50 (late registration - $60 after April 15)

Course for Lapsed Officials and Approved Individuals (age 18 and older) is a modified version of the traditional First Time Referee course without the field training. Individuals must request access to this course by providing appropriate history of experience via email to refeducation@coloradoreferees.com Cost is $90.

Register & start your U.S. Soccer certification today!

Official Uniform Kit *

* price so low we can only share in the learning center classroom. check your registration info for details*

Referee Training combines on-the-field sessions with online learning to prepare you for game day! — First Time Referee Training combines on-the-field experience with online learning to prepare you for game day!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Download these pdfs as reference to taking the online coursework

Instructions for Referee Candidates under age 18

Instructions for Referee Candidates age 18 and over

Having problems with your course? check out this FAQ - https://ussoccerfederation.force.com/lcsupport/s/article/Progress-Saving-Issue

Colorado Referees has partnered with OSI to create a special starter kit for new referees in Colorado only at a specially discounted price*!

Order your kit when you register for class OR with OSI directly on this special form. Click the button for details/order form.

REMEMBER - You are not registered as a referee until you have completed all online modules in the learning center classroom AND attended your in-person session