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how to become a TD.

Step 1:

Get a copy of the rule book. It's on Amazon. On Wholesale Chess. Kindle version link here. It's also partially available for download via USCF online: https://new.uschess.org/news/7th-edition-rule-book-chapters-now-available-download/
1. Read it. Ask questions if needed.
2. Make sure you are a current USCF member (that's a must before being a TD).
3. Review all other requirements, here's the link: http://www.uschess.org/docs/forms/TDCertificationRules.pdf
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4. Then fill out the request to become a "club TD". Here's the form: ​http://www.uschess.org/docs/forms/Club%20TD%20Application.pdf
5. Email USCF the filled out form to ​tdcert-group@uschess.org

Step 2:

Familiarize yourself with pairing software. The most commonly used is SwissSys and/or WinTD. 
Here's a couple of links to some videos on how to navigate the software:
1. http://the80-20td.com/index.html
2. ​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcB9nEGqXMrAxFDR_ZcqhzQ

Step 3:

Get yourself set up with an account on USCF website to gain access to the TD/Affiliate support area. Link below:
https://secure2.uschess.org/MembersOnly/MO_login.php
Once you have access, here's the link to the TD/Affiliate area: ​https://secure2.uschess.org/TD_Affil/TD_login.php

Step 4:

Find a club affiliate or event organizer and volunteer to be a tournament director (TD) or organize and host your own events. =)

Other Resources:

Here's some PDF pair cards if anyone needs them!
pair_cards_small_5_round.pdf
File Size: 140 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

paircard_12rounds.pdf
File Size: 46 kb
File Type: pdf
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Fide Arbiters Manual 2018
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Fide Rule Changes July 2019
Chess Handbook for Arbiters
FIDE vs. USCF Rules (updated Nov 2017)
FIDE vs. USCF Rules PDF (updated 2015)
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      • Texas Tournaments
      • Liptrap's Page
      • Mask Policy
    • Casual Chess Meetups
    • 7th Edition Rules >
      • Match Rules
      • All About Byes
      • Tiebreaks
    • How to get a FIDE ID
    • Rating Classes
    • Top Player Lists
    • USCF Member Search
  • Chess Fest
  • Get Text Notifications
  • Contact Us
  • About Us
    • Kids Programs >
      • Scholastic Corner
      • Other Opportunities
    • Volunteer Opportunities >
      • Tournament Directing
    • Location & Hours
    • Photo Gallery
    • Non-Profit Information
    • Info for TDs >
      • Tournament Director Policy
  • Back to School Scholastic Open
    • Registrations
  • Houston Summer Championship
    • Registrations
  • Adult Group Lessons
  • Blitz at Railway