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Officiating Journey
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The British Athletics infographics showing the journey for both Endurance and Track & Field officials
The British Athletics infographics showing the journey for both Endurance and Track & Field officials
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Officiating journey

Officiating journey

Officials are a vital part of the sport of athletics and running. We explain how you can become involved and progress in the different officiating roles.
Qualifications

Qualifications

Whether you’re beginning your journey as an official, or an existing official, there are qualifications to suit everyone.
Development

Development

Find out how to upgrade your licence and gain further information on technical and personal development opportunities for officials.
What do officials do?

What do officials do?

Watch a short video on how you can get involved as a Technical Official.
Meet the officials!

Meet the officials!

Watch some short video interviews with a selection of our Technical officials.
DBS and Licensing

DBS and Licensing

How to ensure your DBS check is up to date.

 

Kukri officiating kit
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Safeguarding information

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Officials' Courses

Find details of all upcoming officials’ courses for qualifications and development opportunities. We are currently only running virtual courses.

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Become a Level 1 licensed Official

Download, complete and submit your licence accreditation.

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Become a Level 2 licensed Official

Download, complete and submit your licence accreditation.

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Track and Field participation

Share your ideas on retaining and increasing Track and Field participation to help ensure young athletes of all abilities remain part of the athletics family.

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Find your local officiating contact

Most areas have a local official who can help with any enquiries – the County Officials’ Secretary (COfSec)

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