It is a moment we all dread. Something has happened and there is a player down. A thought shoots through our heads... Do I know enough first aid to safely deal with what has happened?
In an ideal world, every coach is also an EMT or Emergency Room Physician - So, no problem. Reality is a little different. None of us can be completely prepared for everything that may happen on the field, but there are some resources out there that can help us feel more prepared than we are right now. Below you will find some on-line resources that may be helpful.
This is nothing like a complete list, perhaps you know of some resources that should be included. Please link to your favorites in the comments. If you find a dead link, please let me know.
A good basic resource on a wide range of possible problems you may see …
Demo 1st Aid Courses - Better than nothing, but not a real substitute for First Aid training.
CPR overview
General (not soccer specific) First Aid
In an ideal world, every coach is also an EMT or Emergency Room Physician - So, no problem. Reality is a little different. None of us can be completely prepared for everything that may happen on the field, but there are some resources out there that can help us feel more prepared than we are right now. Below you will find some on-line resources that may be helpful.
This is nothing like a complete list, perhaps you know of some resources that should be included. Please link to your favorites in the comments. If you find a dead link, please let me know.
A good basic resource on a wide range of possible problems you may see …
First aid advice for soccer coaches When you accept the role of coach, you accept a major responsibility for the care and safety of your players. The information here is not meant as a substitute for a first aid course. If you don’t already have first aid certification, I encourage you to enrol in both CPR and first aid classes so that you can handle any accidents that may happen while you are coaching. More Advice...
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Heatstroke: First aid
Concussions:
Free Resources (MP3 & PDF)
Introduction: More Info
Assessment: More Info
Heatstroke: First aid
A FREE COURSE from NFHS!
A Guide to Heat Acclimatization and Heat Illness Prevention You do need to register with them to access it, but it is a good organization and may have a lot of content that interests you.
Concussions:
Free Resources (MP3 & PDF)
Introduction: More Info
Assessment: More Info
A FREE COURSE from NFHS!
Concussion in Sports - What You Need To Know You do need to register with them to access it, but it is a good organization and may have a lot of content that interests you.
Demo 1st Aid Courses - Better than nothing, but not a real substitute for First Aid training.
CPR overview
General (not soccer specific) First Aid
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