SPORTS, FITNESS & RECREATION COURSES
SISSS00118
Sports Trainer Level 1
$345
Available at Footscray HQ or Onsite Training Available.
Special Offer
$395
$345
Time
3 hours in class learning +
Pre-course online learning
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SISSS00118
Sports Trainer Level 1
The unit SISSS00118 – Sports Trainer Level 1 – provides individuals with foundational skills and knowledge to perform as a Sports Trainer in community sports settings. This unit is ideal for those seeking to support athletes and teams by providing first aid, injury management, and player welfare during training and competition.
Throughout the course, participants will learn key principles of sports safety, injury prevention, and basic management of common sports injuries. The training covers techniques such as strapping and taping to support injured joints, recognising and responding to on-field injuries, and managing emergencies, including concussion protocols. Participants will also gain an understanding of their role in maintaining athlete health, facilitating recovery, and supporting safe participation in sports.
This unit is suitable for volunteers, coaches, parents, and individuals working with amateur or community sports teams who want to enhance athlete safety and contribute to effective injury management.
Upon completing SISSS00118 – Sports Trainer Level 1, participants will have the skills to confidently assist in sports injury prevention, provide basic first aid, and support player well-being during sporting events. This training is essential for promoting a safe sporting environment and improving athlete care in community sports settings.
Who's the course for?
INDIVIDUALS
First aid training offers numerous benefits to individuals.
It equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to provide immediate medical assistance in emergency situations, potentially saving lives. It boosts confidence and empowers individuals to take action when faced with accidents, injuries, or sudden illnesses.
Additionally, first aid training enhances personal safety awareness, enabling individuals to prevent accidents and minimize risks in their surroundings. It also promotes a sense of responsibility and community engagement, as trained individuals can actively contribute to the well-being of their families, friends, and the wider community.
Finally, first aid training can be invaluable in various settings, such as the workplace, schools, or outdoor activities, ensuring a safer and more secure environment for everyone involved.
GROUPS
There are many benefits for Sporting clubs, Corporate groups and businesses to provide first aid training to their staff and teams.
Firstly, it promotes a culture of safety and preparedness, fostering a proactive approach to health and well-being. By training employees in first aid, workplaces can create a safer environment and reduce the risk of accidents or injuries. Secondly, having trained individuals in first aid increases the likelihood of immediate and appropriate medical response in case of emergencies. This prompt action can significantly reduce the severity of injuries and improve overall outcomes.
Additionally, first aid training enhances teamwork and communication among employees, as they learn to coordinate and support each other during critical situations. Moreover, organisations that prioritise first aid training demonstrate a commitment to employee welfare and satisfaction, leading to higher morale and loyalty.
Lastly, first aid training in workplaces can fulfill legal requirements, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Course Information
The following units will be included in your certificate:
- SISSS00118 – Sports Trainer Level 1
- HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid
- SISSSCO015 – Prepare participants for sport competition
- SISSSPT001 – Implement sport injury prevention and management strategies
To view full unit details, please visit www.training.gov.au
Important information prior to enrolment
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.
An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:
- Physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills including CPR and performing rescue breathing techniques on manikins
- Wearing appropriate attire to allow demonstration of different taping techniques
| Refresher min. duration | N/A |
| Blended min. duration | N/A |
| Face-to-face min. duration | 960 minutes |
| Online with face-to-face min. duration | 180 minutes |
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks. These are detailed in the following sections.
This certificate does not require renewal
Please refer to our booking calendar for individual course fees.
Refund and fee protection policy – Please refer to the student handbook.
Payment Terms – Payment for individual participants is upfront, and group booking payment terms are based on an agreement between the client and service provider.
No work placement will be required as part of this course.
Please note that enrolment to this course is made with First Aid HQ on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook for all details relating to rights and responsibilities, including complaints and appeals.
What happens at the course?
Delivery of course information and learning activities.
Performance tasks and practical scenarios:
- Planning and preparing a participant for sport competition
- Supporting a participant in a sport competition
- Reflecting on preparing participant for a sport competition
- Perform CPR on an adult (incl. the use of an AED and placing a casualty into the recovery position)
- Complete a first aid incident report form based on the simulated first aid scenario
- Perform CPR on an infant
- Manage a casualty with anaphylaxis
- Manage a casualty with asthma
- Manage a choking casualty
- Manage a casualty with non-life-threatening bleeding and shock, requiring minor wound cleaning
- Manage a casualty with a nosebleed
- Manage a casualty with a fracture and dislocation
- Manage a casualty with envenomation (snake/ funnel-web spider bite)
- Implement sport injury prevention and management strategies for injuries, illness, and medical condition
- Sports taping
Theory assessment: A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions.
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