Trainers
Trainers
Trainer Program & Resources
All trainer certification requirements and guidelines are governed by the OWHA Trainer’s Program.
For all the most up to date information and resources please visit OWHA Trainer's Program page.
🔗 OWHA Trainer’s Program
🏒 Trainer Responsibilities (CPGHA Requirements)
All Carleton Place Girls Hockey Association (CPGHA) teams are responsible for ensuring the following trainer requirements are met throughout the season:
Medical & Safety Requirements
- Each team must provide its own medical/trainer kit for the season
- CPGHA no longer supplies team trainer bags
- Trainers must collect a completed medical information sheet for each player at the start of the season
- One copy must be kept with the team first aid kit
- One copy must be provided to the team manager for filing
- First aid kits must be kept fully stocked and accessible at all games and practices
- Trainers should be prepared to support and educate families on concussion awareness and response protocols
- It is strongly recommended that a medical information sheet is also completed for all bench staff members
📘 Resources
Bench Staff Manual
https://cloud.rampinteractive.com/cpghaca/files/CPGHA%20Bench%20Staff%20Manual%202022.docx
Level 1 Certification
Level 2 Certification
Level 2 is obtained by completing Standard First Aid with CPR Level C through an approved provider, such as:
- Canadian Red Cross
- St. John Ambulance
- Ottawa Paramedic Services
Automatic eligibility may also apply to:
- Doctors
- Nurses
- Paramedics
- Firefighters
- Police officers
- Registered physiotherapists
- Athletic therapists
- Military personnel (with valid First Aid certification)
📌 To upgrade, submit proof of certification or employment documentation to the HEO office.
Level 3 Certification
- Two-day advanced course covering:
- Team travel nutrition
- Shoulder and knee injuries
- Head, spinal, and severe injury response
- Introduction to athletic taping
- Offered annually
- Must be renewed every 3 years by retaking the full course
Certification Renewal
- All certifications expire on a 3-year cycle
- Level 1 must be renewed online via prior to expiry
- Level 2 renews automatically with updated First Aid certification
- Trainers must ensure renewal is completed before expiry to avoid retaking full certification
💡 Important Reminder
Trainers play a critical role in ensuring player safety. All teams must ensure certified trainers are in place and that all medical and safety protocols are followed at every game and practice.
