The ASPIRE Sports Institute in collaboration with The Alabama Fire College present the ‘Sports Responder’ course. Our purpose with this class is to provide valuable instruction and hands-on practice to those individuals who will be responding to medical emergencies on the playing field.
The Sports Responder course trains EMS and other healthcare professionals who provide care during athletic events. Its goal is to integrate EMS with Athletic Trainers and provides a means to “fill the gaps” when an Athletic Trainer is not available for sports coverage. This course will provide further education on sports-related injuries and conditions for the overall health and wellness of the athlete.
Topics covered include:
- Pre-season Preparation
- Heat Illness Management
- Concussion Management
- Helmet and Shoulder Pad Removal
- Common Sports Illnesses/Injuries
For questions about Sports Responder or to schedule a class, please send an email to krice@aspirebhm.org
