Course Description
Level 1 Refereeing is an introduction to basketball and is aimed towards beginners. The goal of the course is to encourage the basketball enthusiast to get onto a basketball court and ‘blow a whistle’. The course gives an insight into the basic mechanics of refereeing and the violations and fouls that need to be administered. A Level 1 referee is certified to officiate at school matches, youth local leagues and at recreational level.
This course is designed to encourage:
- the basketball student, player, or coach to get onto the basketball court.
- educators, parents, and spectators to gain a fundamental understanding of the basic rules and role of the referee.
- people to both understand and administer the rules of basketball as simple as possible. Therefore, this online course has been designed to deliver a basic level of officiating.
Officiating has two basic requirements essential to the process of ‘blowing your whistle’:
- Officiating technique is the application of the rules or laws of the game, and will help the game be played according to the rules ensuring clarification of violations.
- Officiating mechanics enable you to be at the right place around the court to make the correct decision, and administer your decision.
This course is intended to be used primarily as a means of instruction in the basic elements that are necessary in order to officiate a game of basketball.
Certification Expiry
Once this course is completed and you have received your certificate it is valid for a total of 3 years. If inactive your certification will expire. Options for renewal can be found at the end of this online course or at the bottom of the AllOfficials Learn homepage labeled, “Certification Renewal & Replacement”.
This course has been approved by the CPD, a world-renowned accreditor known for offering and supporting continued professional development.