All RYBS Coaches and Assistant Coaches are required to complete this concussion training provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.  Please follow the link provided, register an account, complete the training and foward your certificate to .  You can also print a copy and mail it to: RYBS, C/O The Haley's, 30 Mehaffey Lane, Rowley, MA 01969.  If you have any questions, please contact Joe Haley at .

CDC Heads Up Coaches - Concussion in Youth Sports

https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/youthsports/training/index.html

Coaches and Parents: Changing the Culture of Concussion Starts With You!

By taking this free, online course and using what you learn, you will be well positioned to improve the culture of concussion. Your actions can help create a safe environment for young athletes so that they can stay healthy, active, and thrive – both on and off the playing field.

This course will help you:

• Understand a concussion and the potential consequences of this injury,

• Recognize concussion signs and symptoms and how to respond,

• Learn about steps for returning to activity (play and school) after a concussion, and

• Focus on prevention and preparedness to help keep athletes safe season-to-season.

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