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Referee Coach Accreditation

Referee Coaching offers continued involvement in the game, either as an alternative to becoming a Referee or once your refereeing days are over.

A well-structured pathway allows you to become a Referee Coach at the Elite level and in some instances an international performance reviewer of referees. 

Training for Referee Coaches commences with a one day program that provides basic information on the role of the Referee Coach. 

All accreditation lasts for 4 years and all referee coaches must maintain their SmartRugby qualification every 2 years.

Level 1 Referee Coach

  1. SmartRugby Compliance (current qualification)
  2. Complete the Registration Form
  3. Complete 4 tasks:
    • Attend 1 day seminar
    • Level 2 law exam
    • Completion of level 1 referee coach competency manual
    • Completion of field assessment (game)
  4. Cost: Free

Level 2 Referee Coach

  1. SmartRugby Compliance (current qualification)
  2. Complete the Application Form
  3. Complete 4 tasks:
    • Attend 2 day seminar
    • Level 2 law exam
    • Completion of level 2 referee coach competency manual
    • Completion of field assessment (game)
  4. Cost: Free

Level 3 Referee Coach

  1. SmartRugby Compliance (current qualification)
  2. Read the Information Memorandum
  3. Complete the Application form
  4. Completion of Assignments
  5. Cost: $500

 For further information on the Level 3 program please contact the Australian Rugby Union - Referee Education Manager (02) 8005 5594