Umpiring                                                  Last Updated: 9th June 2009

In this section you will find information about the Netball Umpiring Award structure for umpires, tutors and testers, as well as application forms for the various courses, if you would prefer to receive an application by post please call Sue Bell on 0121 464 6009

England Netball Beginner's Umpires Award

Next course available:  TBC

Application form available:  TBC

 Course Content: here

Who Should Attend: Club Players, Little League Managers and Primary School Teachers. Must be over the age of 14. This is a basic course and little experience of umpiring is required.

This qualification has to be renewed every three years. The alternative would be to take the 'C' Award qualification (no expiry date).

England Netball Beginner's Award Written Test

 A successful written assessment is required in order to take the practical test for the Beginner's Umpires Award.. The cost of which is included in the course fee.

Next written test available: Tuesday 9th June 2009, at House of Sport, 300 Broad Street [the old Registry Office].  If you wish to take a written test, please book your place by telephoning Gayle Penn on 07951789887or email  gaylep@englandnetball.co.uk

England Netball Beginner Award Practical Test

Those wishing to become qualified should be affiliated to AENA.

The practical test is normally organised 2 - 3 times per year, no dates have been organised at present, however it is anticipated that tests will be organised early 2009.  All awaiting a test will be written to.  The cost of the practical test is £12.00 per person

England Netball  'C' Award Umpiring Course

Next course available: TBC

Application form available: TBC

Course Description: Here

Who Should Attend: Affiliated members of AENA (either individual or via schools), club players, Little League personnel and Teachers. Those with umpiring experience either at League or AENA Beginner level.

England Netball  'B' Award Umpiring Course

All those wishing to work towards their B Award should contact the Regional Umpiring Secretary Zena Johnston 01562 741 515

Who Should Attend: Those with either one year experience as a C Award Umpire or have been talent identified.

Course Description: Here

Umpiring Testers

Are you interested in becoming a tester and helping new umpires to achieve the Beginners Award?

Testers need to have a 'C' Award or above Umpiring qualification.

Contact: Susan Bell 0121 464 6009

Umpiring Tutors

Those interested in becoming a Tutor for Beginners Umpiring Award will need to hold the 'B' Award - GREAT RATES OF PAY!