The Level 2 Sports Trainer course is designed to build upon skills learnt in the Level 1 Sports Trainer Course. Couple with industry experience, the Level 2 Sports Trainer course involves a number of modules that aim to improve a trainer's skills and knowledge of the provision of first aid and sports medicine services.
Why become a Level 2 Sports Trainer?
This course allows trainers to develop their practical skills and knowledge of injury assessment and management.
The course delivers units including:
| 1. Spinal Injury Management |
5. Principles of Sports Psychology |
| 2. Concussion Management |
6. Advanced Sports Wound Management |
| 3. Advanced Taping |
7. Special Populations in Sport |
| 4. Introduction to Sports Massage |
8. Asthma First Aid Training |
*Note: Modules can be undertaken during first 12 months. However, accreditation will not be processed until 12 months has been completed.
All modules are delivered by qualified and experienced Sports Medicine Professionals (Doctors, Physiotherapist, Sports Scientist, Enrolled Nurse)
On successful completion of a SA Sports Medicine Association Trainers Course Accreditation lasts for 3 years. Course candidates will be eligible to apply for Sports Trainer Membership and insurance through SASMA.
Endorsements:
The AFL acknowledges SA Sports Medicine Association’s long term and on-going and commitment to quality sports trainer education. SASMA is an AFL approved provider of Level 1 & Level 2 Sports Trainers and Emergency Response Coordinators courses. Graduates of these courses will be entitled to recognition by the AFL as having obtained the necessary skills to provide trainer services at the relevant level of the qualification to Australian Football games and training sessions.
Prerequisites are:
- Minimum 50 hours or 12 months as an Accredited Level 1 Sports Trainer
- Current Provide First Aid and CPR Certificates (with 3 months validity)
- Current Sports Integrity/Play By the Rules Modules - access here - the required modules are;
- PBTR - Harassment and Discrimination
- Safeguarding Children and Young People in Sport Induction
- Current Asthma First Aid for Sport Certificate - access here
Club Registrations
For clubs wishing to register participants in any of the courses below please register online using credit card details or complete the
Club Registration Form
The cheaper price applies to online card registrations only.
Once filled in the Club Registration Form becomes a Tax Invoice. Payment must be sent in with the Club Registration Form (e.g. cheque or credit card details filled in on the form) or with a copy of receipt of Direct Debit payment.