Basic Course for Sports Officials

This online course equips sports officials and governing bodies with the tools to attract, develop and retain young referees through evidence-based strategies and practical solutions. Across four concise modules, participants explore why young people choose to officiate, what drives them away, and how to build environments where officials feel supported, safe, and motivated. The course covers data-driven recruitment focused on intrinsic motivation, structured mentoring and holistic training, and the creation of respectful, transparent, and safeguarding-oriented cultures. Designed collaboratively with leading organisations, it provides a clear, actionable roadmap for strengthening officiating pathways and ensuring the long-term sustainability of sport.