Referee Incentive Program
Become a certified Referee.
Help the shortage
We are looking for club players or Elevation family members that are 13 years of age or older to become certified referees.
Game based
Elevation offers payout based on number of games per season. See the levels below.
Through CSA
Being a referee is a great way to learn more about the game and to earn extra money. Referees can set their own schedules around other activities and commitments.
New & Existing Incentive Options
New Referee Incentives
An incentive of $100.
How do you get this incentive?
After refereeing 10 CO Elevation FC HOME MATCHES.
When will this incentive be paid out?
The $100 incentive will be paid out at the end of the season, covering the cost of referee uniforms.
Existing Referee Incentives
An incentive of $100.
How do you get this incentive?
After refereeing at least 10 CO Elevation FC HOME MATCHES.
When will this incentive be paid out?
The $100 incentive will be paid at end of the season, covering the cost of recertification.
How to Become a Referee
| Steps | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Choose the course to attend and pay the fee |
| 2 | Complete the online components |
| 3 | Attend the in-person session (zoom or on-the-field) |
| 4 | Certification is complete / create assignment platform account |
| 5 | Begin working games |
WHEN REGISTERING:
Choose a First Time Referee Course to do the online classroom work and attend the in-person portion. You select which course to take by determining which in-person session you can attend. Once registered for the course, enter the ‘classroom’ on the platform then click on ASSIGNMENTS. Then you will see all of the required online lessons that need to be completed before attending the in-person session. The in-person session instructor will follow up with students during the days leading up to their in-person session.
New Referee Registration Costs
Total fee is $100 plus the background check fee of $23 for anyone over age 18:
- $20.00 – US Soccer annual registration (listed as surcharge)
- $30.00 – Colorado annual registration
- $50.00 – New referee training course fee
Referee Uniforms
Uniform kits can be ordered at a discount through the Colorado Referees online store - use PASSWORD: COSK25 to receive the special pricing.
Register for Upcoming Courses
Copy and paste this into your browser to see upcoming Referee courses:
https://learning.ussoccer.com/referee/courses/available/10000006/list
Have questions?
For more information about the referee program, contact Deanna Duncan Allen, CSA Referee Operations Director.