• Describe the duties, responsibilities, general treatment principles and priorities or emergency first aid.
• Define the common injuries in football and sport.
• Demonstrate the recognition / identification of injuries using SALTAPS on field injury assessment routine.
• Describe the signs and symptoms of common injuries and methods used in testing and recognition/differentiation of injuries.
• Explain the importance of advise and actions to prevent or reduce injury.
• Describe the important aspects of an injury Report Form and an Emergency Information Form.
Course of Training
Fractures – General
Slings, Supports & Dressings
Minor Cuts/Abrasions/Skin Burns
Fractures to Clavicle/Ribs
Ligament Injuries-Sprains
Neck and Spinal Injury
Fracture to Cheekbone/Mandible
Muscle/Tendon Injuries
SALTAPS 0 “On Field” Assessment Routine
Head Injury
Injuries to joints
Ruptures
Contusions
Winded Player
Muscle Cramp
Strains
Assessment Requirements
Assessments will be conducted on a continual assessment basis throughout the course using first aid scenarios for practical assessment.
What is the Duration of the Qualification?
The FA Qualification is valid for 3 years, after which attendance on another course is required.
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