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Required by Coaches:

SafeSport Training
Concussion Training

Find both training resources here: https://www.saysoccer.org/Default.aspx?tabid=1458409

SAY NATIONAL CONCUSSION POLICY & TRAINING

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This policy is required of ALL coaches regardless of their age our status (i.e. Head Coach or Assistant Coach). These procedures are designed to comply with legislation passed concerning concussion in youth sports. It will necessary to complete a concussion training course every three (3) years.

There are two approved options for the FREE online training program, either of which is acceptable:

The FIRST APPROVED OPTION is provided by the National Federation of State High School Associations Concussion in Sports – What You Need to Know.
This online course will require you to click on the "order here” button to begin the training.  It will ask you to complete a brief registration form prior to beginning the course, which is solely for the purpose of registering you in their data base as having successfully completed the online material.  After you have completed this course you will be given the option to print out a personalized certificate of completion (It is suggested that this certificate by printed out in pdf format, otherwise your name may not appear on this certificate).
 
The SECOND APPROVED OPTION is through the Center for Disease Control and their
Prevention Heads Up Concussion in Youth Sports Online training program.
Click on the online training course button to begin your training.  After successfully completing the on-line training, you will be offered a an opportunity to print out a personalized "certificate of completion”.  FYI - this option does not keep a record of your completing this training.
 
After completing either the FIRST OR SECOND APPROVED OPTION, you will need to print out your personalized "certificate of completion” and keep a copy with you at ALL SAY related functions. A copy of this certificate must also be submitted to the RSL Soccer Board.

SAFESPORT ONLINE TRAINING INSTRUCTIONS – U.S. SOCCER

Please find U.S. Soccer’s access code for SAY Soccer members to complete SafeSport training below. This is available to SAY Soccer members at no charge. The code can be shared with members or registrants, and to be used only by U.S. Soccer affiliated organizations.

After completing the SafeSport training, the latest PDF certificate should be sent to the appointed representative at the local SAY Area or District.

Training instructions:

1. Re-Connect or Sign Up.

Returning US Soccer learners: go to: https://safesporttrained.org/#/dashboard
If prompted, enter the Enrollment Key: JJFAQsQPWNRj01edWcPr
Log-in or follow the Forgot Password steps on the top right to get a new password on the new training site

New learners from US Soccer: go to: https://safesporttrained.org?KeyName=JJFAQsQPWNRj01edWcPr and Sign Up. To
complete the Sign Up process add your information, including your Membership ID (if available), Sport Team is your
team’s name.

2. Find. From the home screen, locate your required training course and select Enroll.
3. Go. Click the Start button when you are ready to begin. You may pause the course as needed. (Do not navigate away from your
screen during videos or it will interrupt progress.)
4. Save. After completion, save/upload your certificate of completion and share with your team admin.
5. Trust. You are supported. Please reach out to your coordinator or the US Center for SafeSport should you have any concerns
about your safety in sport.

Course Training Plan:

Training runs on a four-year cycle. If you have never completed SafeSport training, or it has been more than four years prior, start with the course: “SafeSport Trained – U.S. Soccer Federation”. The following year you should take the next available Refresher Course. After taking “Refresher 3” your next course would be the “SafeSport Trained – U.S. Soccer Federation” course again.

Year 1: SafeSport Trained – U.S. Soccer Federation

Year 2: Refresher 1

Year 3: Refresher 2

Year 4: Refresher 3

Year 5: SafeSport Trained – U.S. Soccer Federation (the cycle begins again)

Note: there are supplemental courses available in the catalog. These are provided to you at no cost, but they are optional and DO NOT meet the training requirements established by the Center for SafeSport.

Learner Support:

For admin, membership or account questions, please go to U.S. Soccer. For log-in, certificate, or tech support - please create a support ticket at https://safesport.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/4

Updated From SAY Soccer 2025