Welcome to the Exciting World of USA Swimming Officiating!
If you are interested in becoming an official, please contact our Official's point of contacts:
- Brian Sunderland (SST) - [email protected]
- Scott Johnson (NA) - [email protected]
USA Swimming's 'How to Become an Official'
- Online Steps
- Register as an Apprentice Official
- Complete the Foundations of Officiating and Stroke & Turn Certification courses
- Complete a Level 2 Background Check
- Complete Athlete Protection Training
- Complete Concussion Protocol Training
- In Person
- Complete on-deck sessions shadowing a certified official
USA Swimming's Official's page



