Trainer Certification

All teams registered with Ringette Saskatchewan are able to have one (1) trainer registered on the team staff. The trainer must be 18 or older and are a member of the team bench staff.

At least one member of each team’s bench staff must have valid certification from a recognized First Aid program or active employment in a recognized healthcare profession. Proof of certification must be submitted to Ringette Saskatchewan by December 31 of the current season.

To be a trainer, Standard First Aid or higher is required. Current certification in one or more of the following will deem an individual eligible to register as a trainer with Ringette Saskatchewan:

• Medical doctor/medical student
• Registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN)
• Firefighter
• Athletic therapist, physical therapist, or sport first responder
• EMT
• RCMP or Police Officer

− Equivalency for any certified standard first aid course (such as St. John Ambulance or Red Cross), which includes the following content:

• Principle of First Aid and Safety
• Artificial Respiration
• Wounds and Bleeding
• Shock, Unconsciousness and Fainting
• Fractures
• Head and Spinal Injuries
• Joint Injuries
• Medical Conditions (Diabetes, Asthma, etc.)

Proof of certification must be submitted to Ringette Saskatchewan by December 31 of the current season.