Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Elective Course
Course Details
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Sudden Cardiac Arrest is the number one cause of death in the United States for student athletes during exercise. Caused by a structural or electrical problem associated with the heart, Sudden Cardiac Arrest happens when the heart unexpectedly stops beating and pumping blood.
With content developed by Simon’s Heart, this course will help you learn and recognize the warning signs and symptoms of Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Also included are tips for what to do in the critical moments after an individual suddenly collapses in order to save their life.
Course Outline
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1.
Course Introduction
( 2 Sections )
- Welcome
- Pre-test
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2.
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
( 4 Sections )
- Introduction
- What is Sudden Cardiac Arrest?
- Warning Signs and Symptoms
- What to Do If Your Player Collapses
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3.
Course Conclusion
( 2 Sections )
- Post-Test
- Course Conclusion
National Certification
The NFHS Coach Certification Program is a national professional credential offered to individuals who are currently coaching or aspire to coach at the interscholastic level.
NFHS Core Courses
Fundamentals of Coaching and First Aid, Health and Safety for Coaches provide coaches with content from all eight domains contained in the National Standards for Sport Coaches (NASPE 2006). These two courses form the foundation from which all elective courses and sport-specific courses are developed. Core courses should be completed first to give the coach a better understanding of elective and sport-specific courses.
First Aid, Health and Safety
