GETTING STARTED
BECOMING AN OFFICIAL

Want to get started as an official and help USA Swimming run consistent, high-quality and technically-correct competitions? View the resources below to get started!

PROCEDURES

Each LSC sets their own requirements for officiating, but there are basic steps required for all officials, which are listed below.

Officials join USA Swimming and are certified by the Local Swimming Committee (LSC) where they reside.

Check out our LSC Zone Map to see where you can get certified!

BASIC STEPS

Register as an apprentice official (some LSCs do not offer this option and you must register as a full official to start). Once your training is completed, you will register and pay membership dues as a full official.

Attend an officials clinic (stroke and turn training)

Complete a Level 2 Background Check

Complete Athlete Protection Training

Complete Concussion Protocol Training 

Complete on-deck sessions shadowing a certified official