Soccer Referee Education

Become a Soccer Referee

Are you interested in becoming a soccer referee?

You can become a sanctioned U.S. Soccer referee, certified through the Missouri Referee Development Program!

Certification through the Missouri Referee Development Program will allow you to be assigned to any game as a referee or an assistant referee in all youth and/or adult games sanctioned by the United States Soccer Federation.

Participants must register online and complete the subsequent online session & test before attending the in-person class. 

New dates for in-person education courses will be announced soon – enter your information in the form below to be notified about upcoming class dates!

In-Person Class Information

Dates and details for the next class session will be announced soon. 

Please enter all of your contact information in the form above to be notified when new course dates are announced!

Central Bank Sporting Complex

9101 N Line Creek Parkway, Unit Fieldhouse 1
Kansas City, MO 64154

Course Cost: $90

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I bring to the class?

For the In-Person Class, you will need:

  • Water bottle
  • Lunch
  • Tennis shoes
  • Notebook & pen or pencil
  • Whistle (preferably Fox 40 brand)
  • Referee flags (optional)

How can I find local refereeing opportunities?

Sporting KC is always looking for referees for our youth soccer programs!

Sporting Rec. League
Pre-K through 3rd Grade

To become a referee for Sporting Rec. League, sign-up here.

Tournaments

To become a referee at a Sporting KC tournament, please email Alec.Smith@sportingkc.com.

Is there an age requirement?

Yes, you must be at least 13 years of age to enroll in a referee education course. Most local leagues also mandate a minimum age for refs, so make sure you check the position requirements for any assignment if you are under 18.

Do I have to be a Missouri resident?

No, this course is open to all!

If I receive my ref certification in Missouri, will I be able to work games in other states?

Yes! As a certified referee, you can choose to work any sanctioned game you’d like, even if it is outside of the state of your certification.

Central Bank Sporting Complex

For information and questions about Referee Education, please email Alec.Smith@sportingkc.com.