Officials Certification

New Officials

Training and certification of officials is central to USATF's goal of ensuring fair and safe competitive opportunities for athletes. The training and certification process promotes a serious and professional approach to officiating and demonstrate an official's commitment to excellence. As an official gains experience, exposure to correct officiating practices, and additional training, USATF recognizes this skill development through progressive levels of certification: Apprentice to Association to National to Master.

Certification requirements for a new official:

1.       Be a current USATF member. Go here to join.
2.       Complete a New Official Application Form. Go here.
3.       Pay a certification fee to the Oregon Certification Chair. Contact information below.
4.       Create a USATF Connect account. Go here. Be sure to upload a current photograph and
          enter your emergency contact information.
5.       Complete the SafeSport training. Access the training using your USATF Connect account.
6.       Complete the Background Screening. Use your USATF Connect account.
7.       Complete the Basic Rules Review (open-book test). Go here.

Please contact the USATF Oregon Certification Chair before you begin the certification process:

Scott Phoenix
Certification Chair
USATF Oregon
sandcphoenix@gmail.com