Five levels of officials are recognized:
The YCA offers Canadian Curling Association sanctioned officiating courses leading to Level 1 and Level 2 certification.

• Level 1- On Ice Observer, Timing Official, and Hogline Official;
• Level 2 - Provincial Supervisor;
• Level 1 and 2 certification each require a one day officiating course and a practical component of working an event under a certified level 3 official (or higher) for the required 6 games.

Information on higher levels is available from YCA Officiating Coordinator.