Officiating
Although boccia is a sport where players can also be the referee, the sport still requires a dedicated team of officials to support local, regional and national tournaments. Anyone can become a referee. All you need is a keen interest in the game of boccia, the right attitude and a willingness to learn the basic rules and skills necessary to control a match.
Our officiating programme is designed to provide a staged professional development pathway so that individuals are certified to referee matches at the community level and beyond. To begin, it is recommended that you read the Introductory Officiating Guide for some background knowledge and get associated with existing officials and players in your local area who will be able to mentor you and answer any concerns you may have.
Our officiating programme is designed to provide a staged professional development pathway so that individuals are certified to referee matches at the community level and beyond. To begin, it is recommended that you read the Introductory Officiating Guide for some background knowledge and get associated with existing officials and players in your local area who will be able to mentor you and answer any concerns you may have.
Level 1: Regional Boccia Official
The regional officiating stage is ideal for club members, parents, teachers, school students and volunteers of boccia who are interested in refereeing boccia matches at the community level - whether in a club, school or social setting. It focuses on the basic rules of competition and the role of the referee in controlling a match.
All it takes to become a certified Level 1: Regional Boccia Official is 2 easy steps (in any order):
- The successful completion of an online multiple choice theory test (to be completed in your own time).
- Experience as an official in 10 matches at the community / school level (the most important step) by way of a verified (signed) Referee Logbook.
All it takes to become a certified Level 1: Regional Boccia Official is 2 easy steps (in any order):
- The successful completion of an online multiple choice theory test (to be completed in your own time).
- Experience as an official in 10 matches at the community / school level (the most important step) by way of a verified (signed) Referee Logbook.
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Once you have finished both steps, submit the required documents to Boccia New Zealand to receive your Regional Boccia Official award and you can continue officiating at the community level.
Level 2: National Boccia Official
The national officiating stage is ideal for club members, parents, teachers, school students and volunteers of boccia who are interested in furthering their skills in refereeing boccia matches at the community and competitive levels. It concentrates on application of rules in specific situations and formal tournament protocol.
All it takes to become a certified Level 2: National Boccia Official is 2 easy steps (in any order):
- The successful completion of a more challenging online multiple choice theory test (to be completed in your own time); and
- Evidence of refereeing 20 sanctioned tournament matches by way of a verified (signed) Referee Logbook and accompanying Referee Assessment sheets illustrating progress of learning and development.
All it takes to become a certified Level 2: National Boccia Official is 2 easy steps (in any order):
- The successful completion of a more challenging online multiple choice theory test (to be completed in your own time); and
- Evidence of refereeing 20 sanctioned tournament matches by way of a verified (signed) Referee Logbook and accompanying Referee Assessment sheets illustrating progress of learning and development.
Once you have achieved both steps, submit the required documents to Boccia New Zealand. We will review and assess your submitted referee logbook and assessment sheets. Once this has been done we will get in touch with either a 'PASS' - which means congratulations you are a certified National Boccia Referee, or a 'RESUBMIT' - which means you could do with some more time to polish your skills.
Level 3: International Boccia Official (Trainee)
The international officiating (trainee) stage is ideal for club members, parents, teachers, school students and volunteers of boccia who are interested in refereeing matches at international tournaments and events.
All it takes to become a certified Level 3: International Boccia Official is 2 easy steps (in any order):
- The successful completion of an advanced online theory test (to be completed in your own time); and
- Evidence of a prolonged and active refereeing records.
All it takes to become a certified Level 3: International Boccia Official is 2 easy steps (in any order):
- The successful completion of an advanced online theory test (to be completed in your own time); and
- Evidence of a prolonged and active refereeing records.
Once you have achieved both steps, submit the required documents to Boccia New Zealand. We will review and assess your submitted referee logbook and assessment sheets. Once this has been done we will get in touch with either a 'PASS' - which means congratulations you are eligible to be nominated to attend an international referee course, or a 'RESUBMIT' - which means you could do with some more time to polish your skills.
Level 4: International Boccia Official
The international officiating stage consists of those officials who have successfully completed an international referee course and who have been appointed to officiate at world boccia tournaments and events. Status at this level is maintained by ongoing evidence of active refereeing at national events and at least one world boccia appointment within a four-year period from the most recent appointment.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Boccia New Zealand recognises prior learning of skills, knowledge and experience gained elsewhere. You may apply for recognition of your officiating by collecting and presenting relevant evidence of any training, qualifications and / or experience and submitting this documentation along with a completed RPL form.
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