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Futsal Referee - Course Registration

Become a Futsal Referee in Western Australia

Your Futsal Refereeing Journey Starts Here!

The Junior Match Official Course for Futsal is open to anyone aged 13 years or older who wants to referee various futsal competitions across Western Australia.

To become a Football Australia accredited referee, simply complete the following 3 steps.

 

Step 1: Set Up Your Football Australia Learning Account

Before you can access the online referee training, you’ll need to create a PlayFootball account. Create Account – Play Football

If you already have an account, follow steps below.

Registering for your Learner WA Referee Account:

  1. Log in to your existing account using the link HERE.
  2. In ‘Available Products’ search for the Learner WA Referee course, begin filling in the registration.
  3. When prompted about a Working With Children’s Card
    – if you have one, upload copy of card and details.
    – if you do not have one, select the ‘Request an exemption’
  4. Complete registration

Need Help?

Contact Football Australia Support:

📧 support@playfootball.com.au

📞 02 8880 7983

 

Step 2: Access Etrainu – Football Australia Online Learning Platform

Once you have received your Learner WA Referee account approval you can access Etrainu HERE

Log in through the Learning Centre Account using your FA number.

Complete the Futsal Laws of the Game Certificate & Community Futsal Match Official Online Modules

All referee candidates in Australia must first complete the following online modules through Etrainu before attending their practical session.

➡️ Complete the Futsal Laws of the Game & Community Futsal Match Official Modules

Football Australia fee: $33

Modules include:

  • Equipment and Components
  • Participants
  • Game Events
  • Offences and Sanctions
  • Additional Information
  • Match Control
  • Game Management
  • Positioning
  • Technical Concepts: Challenges
  • Technical Concepts: Tactical Fouls
  • Technical Concepts: Handball
  • Technical Concepts: Futsal Specific
  • Quiz

 

Step 3: Attend an In-Person Referee Course

Sam Kerr Football Centre, Queens Park

Tuesday 15 September, 6-9pm

Register Here

Course Cost

The Community Futsal Match Official Course fee is $100.

 

For any help regarding PlayFootball and the Online Learning Centre contact Football Australia Support –

Email: support@playfootball.com.au

Phone: 02 8880 7983

For any other refereeing queries contact the Football West Referee Department –

Email: referees@footballwest.com.au

Phone: 08 6181 0700 – Press ‘2’ for referees

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Frequently Asked Questions

Complete the free online Laws of the Game Certificate, complete the required online modules, then book an in-person course session. Start by following the step-by-step guide and register via the links provided.

The entry-level Junior Match Official course is open to aspiring referees aged 13+. Check the current course schedule and register for the next available course.

You complete the free Laws of the Game Certificate, then online modules and a quiz, and then attend an in-person session (dates vary). Follow the listed steps and allow for onboarding time to the learning platform.

The published Junior Match Official fee includes season registration, a referee uniform, and referee equipment (flags, whistle, cards) for that intake. Confirm inclusions on the current course listing before you pay.

Appointments are distributed weekly through Squadi, and you manage availability and accept appointments in the app. Register as a referee first, then keep your availability up to date to receive appointments.

Yes, referees are required to have a valid WWCC, including referees under 18, and it must be submitted as an image of the physical card (not a receipt). Check current registration requirements and upload your WWCC during registration.

Fees can change each season; the 2026 published fees include different rates for adult, junior and second-year categories. Check the current referee registration page and register via PlayFootball.

Email referees@footballwest.com.au for course and registration questions. If you’re unsure who to contact, email info@footballwest.com.au.