The purpose of the first-time referee course is to prepare referees to work in a competitive or recreational youth and amateur adult matches. Registration Instructions

On successful completion of the course, candidates will receive a Grassroots Referee license for the current registration year. Once the license and badge are received, Grassroots referees can officiate competitive, small-sided or recreational youth and amateur adult matches.  

First-Time Grassroots Referees completing registration through the Learning Center must complete the following requirements:

 

• Introduction to Safe and Healthy Playing Environments – 1 hr.  
• SafeSport (if 18 years or older)- 1 hr.  
• Online Grassroots Referee Course Module – 4.5 hr.  
• First Time Grassroots Referee Quiz -  45 mins.  
• U.S. Soccer Federation Gold Standard NCSI Background Check (if 18 years or older)  
• Additional State Assignments as required 

 

For information please contact referee@cvysl.org for more details. Courses available in English and Spanish.