Sunday January 24th, 2021

~4.25 CEU's Cat. A

~1 EBP (BOC Approved)

Number of CEU's are Dependent on Sessions Attended

All Session Times are MST

Upon completion of the symposium, participants will be able to:

1. Understand research-based peak performance concepts for athletes
2. Understand cognitive distortions and peak performance blockers that can hinder the recovery process
3. Apply the Peak Performance Lens to the recovery process.
4. Discuss the anatomy and pathophysiology of common joint dislocations
5. Review the treatment options and reduction techniques for common dislocations
6. Demonstrate the common reduction techniques and allow hands-on opportunities for the participant.
7. Identify ways in which intercultural communication competence supports professionalism.
8. Develop skills to cultivate effective interactions in the workplace.
9. Describe the meaning of advocacy and its application to your professional practice
10. Recognize different types of advocacy and how they offer varying options for advancement of the profession
11. Identify opportunities within your daily practice and overall professional endeavors to personally advocate with internal and external stakeholders Compose a list of readily accessible resources to assist with making advocacy seamless
12. Develop a plan for implementing advocacy into your expectations as a certified professional
13. Identify factors to consider when discussing medical disqualification following concussion
14. Describe methods of support for medically disqualified student-athletes following concussion
15. Implement methods of support for student-athletes who have been medically disqualified following concussion
16. The evolution of concussion management in the school setting over the past 25 years.
17. How concussion symptoms affect learning and the need for school accommodations for all students.
18. The role of school staff in implementing the RTL plan at your site.
19. The most recent research and guidelines on Return to Learn (RTL) after concussion.
20. Attendees will be able to create a RTL plan and organize a RTL site team to oversee the academics during patient recovery
21. Attendees will be able to assist other support staff in instituting accommodations based upon provided recommendations for both student athletes and non-athletes.
22. Following the SSAT, the attendee will be able to implement best practices to create an inclusive environment in the AT Facility.
23. Following the SSAT, the attendee will have knowledge about the issues and concerns within the LGBTQ+ community as they relate to patients and athletic trainers.
24. Following the SSAT, the attendee will have knowledge of the plethora of resources available to them as they embark on the mission of providing a safe space for all.
25. How to navigate your career path as an Athletic Trainer
26. Understanding your "Why"
27. Work life balance vs integration
28. Describe three benefits of a comprehensive workplace injury prevention program.
29. Explain why ergonomic principles are important to consider when evaluating work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs).
30. Describe the role of an AT in the return-to-work plan for injured workers with musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs).
31. Compare ATs in sports setting and ATs in occupational settings.
32. Review the purpose and composition of the AIA SMAC
33. List key initiatives of the AIA SMAC for 2020-2021
34. Demonstrate knowledge of resources to aid student athletes in maintaining mental health
35. Enhance coaches and ATs ability to utilize or recommend appropriate counseling of athletes with mental health concerns
36. Demonstrate methods to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and athletes.
37. Discuss successes and challenges related to the 2019/2020 legislative session.
38. Understand the GAC priorities for the 2020/2021 legislative session.
39. Appreciate the value of and need for grass-roots lobbying, especially following an election year.