Parent FocusedSpecialtyCert valid: 2 Years
Keeping My Kids Safe in Sports
Sports Injury Prevention & Emergency Response for Parents
About This Course
Designed for parents and coaches, this course covers common sports injuries, concussion recognition, heat emergencies, and what to do when your child gets hurt on the field.
Youth sports injuries happen every day — but most parents don't know how to respond. This course teaches parents and coaches to recognize and respond to common sports injuries including concussions, fractures, sprains, heat exhaustion, and cardiac emergencies. Learn when to call 911, when to wait, and how to support your child's recovery.
What You'll Learn
Concussion recognition and return-to-play protocols
Common sports injuries: sprains, fractures, dislocations
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke response
Sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes
Asthma and allergic reaction management
RICE method and basic splinting
When to call 911 vs. when to wait
Supporting your child's injury recovery
Who This Course Is For
Parents of Young AthletesYouth Sports CoachesAthletic DirectorsSchool PE TeachersYouth League Volunteers
Upcoming Sessions
May 12, 2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Lincoln Park Center, 2200 N. Clark St
14 spots available
May 26, 2026
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wicker Park Hub, 1840 N. Milwaukee Ave
18 spots available
Certification
2 Years
Max Class Size
25 students
Duration
3 Hours
Level
Specialty