From US Soccer Federation's Referee Administrative Handbook:
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CRITERIA
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PERFORMANCE
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1. Minimum age
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None
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2. Experience (minimum cumulative career outdoor games at designated level
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Not applicable
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a. Game level to be counted for assessment
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Not applicable
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b. Time in present grade
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Not applicable
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3. Training course requirements
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Successfully complete USSF Referee Training Course (or the Referee Bridge Course to upgrade from 9 to 8.
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4. Written Examination
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75% minimum score on USSF Referee Exam
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5. Field Evaluation by currently registered USSF Assessor
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Not required. Recommended that new referees be observed in one of their first 10 matches.
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6. Physical Fitness Test
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Not required
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ANNUAL RENEWAL REQUIREMENTS
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In-service training
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Five hours during the preceding 12 months
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Refresher Exam
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Passing Score Required
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Field Evaluation
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Not required
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Physical Fitness Test
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Not required
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The written examination, if failed, must be retaken after a minimum waiting period of one month.
