American Red Cross Online Training
About the Program
More than half of all sports-related injuries are preventable. With proper training, millions of athletes would be injury-free each year. That's why USA Track & Field, in partnership with the American Red Cross of Central Indiana and the United States Olympic Committee, is implementing an online training program that will provide convenient, effective, affordable training for coaches at all levels of sport.
First Aid for Coaches, a component of Sport Safety Training was developed jointly by the American Red Cross of Central Indiana and the United States Olympic Committee. The course was designed to help coaches, athletic trainers and other participants identify and eliminate potentially hazardous conditions in various sports environments, as well as recognize emergencies and make appropriate decisions for first-aid care. First Aid for Coaches meets first-aid requirements mandated for coaches and athletic trainers.
Why online training?
Online training allows individuals to learn on their own time and at their own pace. Because the courses are online, they can be accessed any time of day from a computer with an Internet connection. That is essential for coaches, parents and others who need this training, but don't have flexible schedules to allow for a traditional course.
How can students sign up?
It's easy! Simply click on the Red Cross Online Training button below! From there students can select, register for and begin First Aid for Coaches in less than five minutes. Consumers will also be able to choose from a large menu of online Red Cross courses, including CPR and AED.
