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Course Description of Fundamentals of Coaching Course
The NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Course provides a unique student-centered curriculum for interscholastic coaches, assisting them in creating a healthy and age-appropriate sport experience that supports the academic mission of the 18,500 schools from NFHS member associations.
This course will address the needs of our member state associations as an affordable, accessible and relevant educational experience. It is being designed to prepare interscholastic coaches for their roles in an educational setting. The course will take 4-6 hours online to complete and 4-8 hours in the blended option.
Outline of Content
Developed for and with interscholastic coaches
Unit 1 Educational Athletics and the Role of the Coach
Unit 2 The Coach as Manager
Unit 3 The Coach and Interpersonal Skills
Unit 4 The Coach and Physical Conditioning
Unit 5 The Coach as Teacher
Course Description of First Aid for Coaches
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. Meets first-aid requirements mandated for coaches and athletic trainers.
Content
Unit 1: Coaching Responsibilities and Injury Prevention
Unit 2: Preventing Disease Transmission
Unit 3: First Aid
Unit 4: Breathing Emergencies
Unit 5: Prevention and Care for Specific Injuries
Unit 6: Sudden Illness
Final Exam
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