Level 1 Virtual Photo Finish Course

Level 1 PhotoFinish Technical Official

Please book this course using our new online booking system ‘Athletics Hub’ here

Who should go on this course?

Anyone with an interest in using technology to determine race positions.

What will I learn?

• Understand the roles and responsibilities of a Photo-Finish Judge and the tasks pertaining to them.
• Understand how a photo finish picture is created.
• Be able to interpret a picture effectively and produce a correct result.

Is there an assessment?

There isn’t an assessment but after the course candidates need to complete at least 4 competition experiences to become licensed. Candidates must have completed the Health & Safety course for Officials as well.

What do I do after the course?

• Ensure you have uploaded your licence photo to the myAthletics portal and completed your PVG. You can find information on this on the safeguarding page of our website.

• Complete a Health and Safety module online

• Attend 4 varying competition experiences and record on your accreditation form

• Email your accreditation form to  shonamalcolm@scottishthletics.org.uk  for processing in order to receive your UKA Level 1 License.

For more information contact Shona Malcolm on 07731 832 567 or email.