QUICK FACTS:
- Cost: $105 course fee (+ $24 background check if 18+)
- Time: 6-7 hours online + 1 in-person field session(4 hours)
- Where: US Soccer Learning Center (select Maryland)
1. START HERE
2. FIND A COURSE IN MARYLAND
3. COMPLETE ONLINE LESSONS(BEFORE FIELD SESSION)
Online Referee Course
Referee Quiz
Introduction to Safe & Healthy Playing Environments (“Intro to Safety”)
Laws of the Game Update 2025-2026
4. ADULTS AGED 18 AND OVER
SafeSport training
Background Screening
5. ATTEND FIELD SESSION
GET GAMES AFTER YOUR CERTIFICATION
For more details on becoming a referee, visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.