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Officiating Journey
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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 in the different officiating roles and progress through the levels available across the sport.
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 more about ongoing development opportunities for officials
DBS & Licensing

DBS & Licensing

How to ensure your DBS check is up to date.

Coronavirus guidance update

Our latest information is at www.englandathletics.org/guidanceupdate

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Officials @home

We have a special section on our website for officials during COVID lockdown. Webinars, quizzes and training scenarios. Take a look!

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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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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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