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The RFU runs courses all over the country for aspiring Match Officials.
Introduction to Refereeing
The England Rugby Introduction to Refereeing award is the introductory qualification into match officiating. Giving you the basics to safely facilitate and manage a game of Rugby Union, with a mix of face-to-face (3 hours) and e-learning (3 hours).
England Rugby Refereeing Award
This course is the entry point for those wishing to referee the 15 a side game, it provides referees with the knowledge, skills and attributes to effectively referee young players and adults.