Umpire Development Programme
Programme Overview
This blended learning course combines online and face-to-face workshops, plus guaranteed EuroHockey appointments. It is aimed at highly talented young umpires who show the potential to become international top-level umpires. The programme content is bespoke to the individual and group needs and mentoring is provided by EuroHockey trained educators.
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Type of development
7
OnlineFace to Face
Learning
5
Soft SkillsHard Skills
Estimated Hours of Learning
64
Frequently Asked Questions
How Long Does It Last
19 months
How Many Applicants
16 people in two groups of 8
How Much Is It
Є1,190 per year
Certification Body
EuroHockey Institute
Language Used
English
Important Dates
September
Selection Period
February 2024
Webinar - 3hs Online
Easter 2024
Seminar - 2.5 days Face To Face
September 2024
Webinar - 3hr Online
October 2024
Seminar - 2.5 days Face To Face
February 2025
Webinar - 3hs Online
Easter 2025
Seminar - 2.5 days Face To Face
September 2025
Webinar - 3hs Online
October 2025
Seminar - 2.5 days Face To Face
How To Get On
Application
- Only the EuroHockey Officials Committee may nominate participants.
- The nomination period is September
- Each October the new cohort is announced.
- Your member national association will confirm they agree with the nomination before the announcement.
Criteria & Level
- FIH International Panel or graduates from Umpires for Europe
Year 1
Webinar 1
3hrs Online - UDP Introduction
Module
Engagement across EuroHockey
Seminar 1
2.5 Day Face to Face - Launch
Modules
Advanced Regulations
Match Management
Assessment
Presentations
Personal development
+ EuroHockey Appointments
Webinar 2
3hrs Online - UDP Continuation
Modules
The importance of sharing knowledge
Seminar 2
2.5 Day Face to Face - Building Networks
Modules
Observational Learning
Player Perceptions
Assessment
Presentations
Personal development
+ EuroHockey Appointments
Year 2
Webinar 1
3hrs Online - UDP Year 2
Module
Engagement across EuroHockey
Seminar 1
2.5 Day Face to Face - Launch
Modules
Psychology of Umpiring
Technological Systems
Assessment
Presentations
Personal development
+ EuroHockey Appointments
Webinar 2
3hrs Online - UDP Continuation+
Modules
What is next
Seminar 2
2.5 Day Face to Face - Building Networks
Modules
Observational Learning
Player Perceptions
Assessment
Presentations
Personal development
+ EuroHockey Appointments