Become a referee
All referee certifications are done through the US Soccer Learning Center. The NEW Referee course is comprised of online assignments / Referee Course Modules PLUS mandatory attendance at the 3-hour On-Field Training Session.
New Referee Candidates must complete all online material before getting into a course and courses do fill up. candidates must be 13 or older to sign up in the Learning Center.
Course Cost is $75.00 (if over 18 years old an additional $24.00 for 2-year background check).
WisRef has partnered with the WYSA to offer a $40.00 reimbursement for those who successfully complete the 2026 requirements to be registered as a NEW Referee. The reimbursements will be processed during September.
These are the closest options, there are several others:
Middleton Aug 9
Oregon Aug 17
Milton Aug 24
