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Frequently asked questions on officiating answered

This page is split into questions that cover the following areas:

  • Courses, Qualifications & Licencing
  • Mechanics & Support
  • Fees & Expenses
  • Officiating Advisory Group

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Courses, qualifications and licencing

How can I qualify as a referee, table official or statistician?

For information on how to earn officiating qualifications, click HERE.

Can I organise my own officiating course?

To find out more about organising your own officiating courses, click HERE.

Is there any way I can practice the rules test?

Yes. You can practice HERE.

Where can I see the fitness test for referees?

You can find a link to download the fitness test on the Officiating Resource Centre HERE.

What should I do to licence as an official?

We have a page dedicated to how to licence as an official and the requirements. Click HERE.

I have lost the certificate from my course, can I get a replacement?

Email [email protected] with your membership number and course reference number (if known) and a replacement e-certificate can be sent.

I have previously completed a qualification but it is not showing on my profile, how do I get it added?

Send a copy of your certificate to [email protected] and the details can be added to your membership profile. 

Mechanics and support

Where can I find information about 2PO mechanics?

You can see a 2PO manual from the officiating HERE. *****LINK

Is there a Match Officials handbook which helps with the responsibilities of an official?

You can see a Match Officials handbook HERE. ****LINK 

Where can I find the FIBA manuals on rules, interpretations and mechanics?

You can find the downloadable FIBA Manuals, rules and interpretations HERE.

I have just arrived from overseas, how can I referee in England?

On our licencing for officials page, we had a dedicated section on License Requirements for Non-Nationals. Click HERE.

 

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