Beginning your umpire journey is comprised of 2 components:

1. Contact your local Club Umpire Coordinator and enquire about opportunities to get involved with local competitions. If you are not sure of who/where your local club is, you can find one here.

2. Complete Hockey Australia's Umpire Accreditation Programs. Read the tabs below to see what Education programs are on offer!

The Foundation Support Umpire is the first accreditation in the umpiring framework and is aimed at providing prospective umpires with an introduction to the game's fundamental rules.

This FREE accreditation is completed entirely online and can be done in the comfort of your own home. It will take approximately 2 hours to complete, and you receive your certificate at the end!

To enrol in this accreditation, follow the step-by-step guide here.

To download a copy of the Learning Outcomes & Practical Competency List, click here.

The Foundation Support Umpire Accreditation does not expire.

The Foundation Lead Umpire is the second accreditation in the umpiring framework and is targeted at supporting umpires who want to create positive environments for participants and take the lead on the field.

This accreditation is completed in two parts. The first is an online course that can be completed at any time. Then the second is your assessment, which can be undertaken whilst umpiring any level of full-field or Hockey 5s game.

To enrol in this accreditation, follow the step-by-step guide here.

To download a copy of the Learning Outcomes & Practical Competency List, click here.

The Foundation Lead Umpire Accreditation is valid for 3 years from the date of completion.

Participants are able to renew their accreditation as a part of the learning process.

Below outlines the accreditation window and corresponding renewal requirements.

Year 1 – Accreditation complete.

Year 2 – Apply Learning from accreditation.

Year 3 – Participants are required to renew before the expiry of their accreditation.

Year 4 – Participants can no longer renew their accreditation; they must re-sit the accreditation or apply for an RCC.

To apply for an accreditation renewal follow this link: https://form.jotform.com/231697532197870

Accreditation Renewals will incur a cost of $50.00 AUD and can be purchased here: https://www.hockey.org.au/product/32302/

Hockey Australia recognises the prior learning of members of the community.

Prospective learners can apply for a RCC for Development Level Education and above. RCC cannot be requested for Foundation Level Education.

Learners will be required to submit a resume of relevant experience, supporting education certifications and references for their experience.

To apply for an RCC please apply here: https://form.jotform.com/231697797156878

Requestees will also be required to make a payment of $50.00 AUD as a part of the process, payments can be made here: https://www.hockey.org.au/product/32304/