Welcome to CIRTA Softball
Register now for the upcoming season and become a certified softball referee.
Master the art of officiating with CIRTA’s top-tier softball training programs.
We're excited to announce that our softball referee training programs are on the way. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance your officiating career, our upcoming courses will provide you with the essential skills, knowledge, and certification to excel on the diamond.
CIRTA Instructional Hours Requirement
CIRTA requires all referees to complete the # regular season training items. To be eligible for playoffs, 18 hours of instruction is required each season (6 hours of Regular Season + 12 hours of other training).
Regular Season Required Training
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CIRTA General Meeting/Rules Inter-operation (3 hours)
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NFHS High school Rules Test (2 hours)
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NFHS Concussion Course (NFHS Learn) (1 hour)
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NFHS Sportsmanship Course (NFHS Learn) (1 hour)
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CIRTA Pre-Season Scrimmages (up to two may count towards your hours) (Ref or Evaluator) (3 hours)
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Biweekly calls (1-2 hours)
The three items in red are required. To be eligible for playoffs, referees must complete the 6 hours above and any combination from the list below for a total of 18.
Other Hours
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CIRTA New Person Classes (8-10 hours)
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CIRTA Summer/Fall Clinics (8 hours)
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CIRTA In-Season Other Training (3 hours)
In season games:
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1-6 (2 hours)
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6-12 (3 hours)
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12-20 (4 hours)
Additional Information
Other instruction may be accepted as instructional hours per approval by the CIRTA leadership team. Please contact leadership with information about your instruction.
Submit all NFHS course certificates and Collegiate Camp/Clinics information to EMAIL@TBD
Meet Our Dedicated Softball Referees
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