One requirement of Tenn. Code Ann. § 49-6-3601 is all coaches, whether employed by a LEA or public charter school or a volunteer, shall receive training in CPR and AEDs. LEAs may choose to go above and beyond the law and certify coaches from a national certifying organization such as the American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Whether receiving training or certification, it is paramount that coaches know how to respond during sudden cardiac arrest. High-quality CPR delivered early during an emergency saves lives!
Training resources:
Recognize, React, Rescue: Effectively Treating Sudden Cardiac Arrest
How to SAVE a LIFE - Recognize Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Athletes
How to Use an AED on All Ages
Taking Action: Bystander CPR and using an AED
Project ADAM CPR and AED Training: Parts 1-4
