What is FA Guide to the Laws of the Game and who is it for?

The minimum age for the Guide to the Laws of the Game course is 14 years old. 


You’ll learn about fouls and challenges, offside, restarts and set pieces. You’ll also gain an understanding of the signals used by referees and assistant referees, and get an idea of what the referee has to do before a match.


There are five modules in total and some questions to answer at the end of each one to check your knowledge. To finish the course and access your certificate, you need to complete all five modules, including the knowledge checks and the post-course survey.


The course is designed to work on mobile, tablet, laptop or desktop. For the best experience, choose a newer device with a large screen, and make sure your operating system and browser are up to date.