Making Head Way + Concussion Safety

Making Head Way - NCCP Concussion e-Learning Course

Making Head Way is a FREE concussion awareness e-Leaning Module that was created by the Coaches Association of Canada. Making Head Way e-Learning Modules set out to educate coaches, athletes and spectators on concussions. 

Please Note:  There are several modules of this concussion course available which are specific to various sports.  SSA requires coaches to complete the Making Head Way in Soccer module to meet current coaching standards.  You can take as many additional modules of this course as you want. 

The Making Head Way course can be found in your coach's NCCP Locker profile, in the 'e-Learning' tab.

Please CLICK HERE to link to the Coaching Association of Canada website for more information and to link to this FREE online course.    

Concussion Safety

Concussion is an injury to the brain resulting in a disturbance of brain function involving thinking and behavior.  Concussions can be caused by a direct blow to the head or an impact to the body causing rapid movement of the head and movement of the brain within the skull.  All concussions should be regarded as potentially serious.  Preventing concussion begins through a concussion management plan and continued education.  All team personnel are encouraged to take a concussion awareness training course prior to the start of each season.  The SSA would like to remind administrators and coaches of the availability of the National Coach Certification Program (NCCP) online e-learning concussion module, “Making Headway in Soccer” available through the Coaching Association of Canada.  This course is also a requirement to meet SSA coaching standards.  The module is an outstanding resource for those in direct contact with athletes to build awareness of the causes and symptoms of head injuries as well as the proper care and return to play protocol in the event of concussion. 

The SSA has an established Concussion Management policy (9-Section 13, Risk Management), including Return to Play Protocol.  Return to Play would be managed on an individual basis with communication between the athlete, team staff, parents/guardians, and health care providers.  

Please also see the links below for some additional concussion safety resources.   

Pocket Concussion Recognition Tool (CRT-5)

Sport Concussion Assessment Tool (SCAT-5) 

Coaching Association of Canada - Concussion Awareness

Saskatchewan Soccer Association - Concussion Safety Resources

Concussion Guide for Coaches and Trainers - Parachute