GamePro Live Academy
Learn the Game.
Master the Whistle.
Basketball referee training built on FIBA rules and informed by Canada's NOCP pathway — from your first whistle to your next assignment.
Three pathways
Beginner Official
Eight online modules, quizzes, in-person training, supervised games and final evaluations.
22–32 hours · 4–6 weeks
Experienced Official
Credential review, diagnostic assessment, targeted refreshers, written assessment and practical evaluation.
5–7 hours · Plus remediation if required
Continuing Development
Monthly microlearning, quarterly workshops, annual rules assessments and renewal.
Ongoing · Annual renewal
Preview
Module 1
Role, Responsibilities & Ethics of an Official
Ethics, safety, professionalism and pre-game readiness
3 hours · 8 lessons
Start TrainingHow the Academy works
Step 1
Learn online
Eight illustrated modules with quizzes.
Step 2
Train in person
Gym sessions on mechanics and signals.
Step 3
Supervised games
Officiate real games with a mentor.
Step 4
Get evaluated
Written exam and practical evaluation.
Step 5
Earn your credential
GamePro Live Academy credential.
The eight-module curriculum
Full curriculum →
Module 1 · 3 h
Role, Responsibilities & Ethics of an Official
Module 2 · 3 h
FIBA Rules & Administration
Module 3 · 3 h
Violations, Ball Control & Hand Signals
Module 4 · 3 h
Fouls, Contact & Penalties
Module 5 · 4 h
Mechanics, Court Positioning & Movement
Module 6 · 3 h
Game Control & Communication
Module 7 · 3 h
Video Review & Decision-Making
Module 8 · 2 h
GamePro Live Standards, Fitness & Final Assessment
Assessment & Academy credentials
- Module quizzes: ≥ 80%
- Final rules exam: ≥ 85%
- Practical evaluation: ≥ 80%
Academy policy thresholds — not official NOCP certification thresholds.
Connected to GamePro Live
Officials who complete required education and practical evaluations become ready for assignments on the GamePro Live officiating platform.
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