The formal training of new umpires and scorers will usually begin with a pre-season training session with other new recruits. These are run by the Training Officers through their respective Umpires' or Umpires' and Scorers' Association, which new recruits will be invited to join. For umpires, these sessions are normally quite regular and are often also conducted during the season. For scorers, the sessions are less regular, but will be arranged on an as required basis with the respective STO. At this point, the Training Officers will also provide new recruits with more written resources - most importantly the Umpire's Companion and Scorer's Companion.

For Umpires

Simultaneous with the training process for umpires is a series of three examinations that qualify umpires for Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 certification. These umpire examinations are a mixture of oral and written tests and are held at various times of the year, depending on the local Association, RTO, and the exam level. The Level 4 examination is administered nationally and is conducted at the end of each season, usually in May. An overview of the exams is given in the Umpire's Companion and new umpires can discuss the details of the exams, types of questions, and when these will be held with their Training Officers and fellow umpires.

For Scorers

Scorer Training Officers will provide new scorers with basic instruction in the traditional pen-and-paper method of scoring, including how to keep a standard scorebook and a vertical running sheet. For scorers, the training and examination process is currently more informal, involving relaxed, probably one-on-one sessions with an STO, and no formal exam process. A system that mirrors the umpires' examination process is, however, being planned and will be introduced over the next few years. Training in New Zealand Cricket's internet scoring software, Feedback Cricket, and the Duckworth - Lewis system is provided once scorers reach national tournament level.

In combination, this dual system of examination is intended to provide umpires and scorers with clear Career Pathways up the various levels of cricket in New Zealand.