Purpose
The Concussion Awareness Training Tool (CATT) supports evidence-based treatment and management of concussion by increasing concussion knowledge and awareness among key audiences. This comprehensive resource provides evidence-based concussion education, tools and resources for eight target audiences.
Implementation
CATT is a free online resource containing eLearning modules with tailored information for eight target audiences:
- school professionals
- high school youth
- competitive university/college athletes
- parents & caregivers
- medical professionals
- coaches & officials
- workers & workplaces
- those interacting with survivors of intimate partner violence
Resources include:
- Questions to Ask Your Doctor (for parents/for adults)
- Caring for Your Concussion
- Managing Mental Health Symptoms
- Medical Assessment Letter
- Medical Clearance Letter
- Return to School/Sport/Work/Activity strategies
- Student Return to Learn Plan
- Learning Accommodations Following a Concussion
CATT training has been mandated by more than 100 organizations in Canada, including BC School Sports (secondary school coaches), 56 U SPORTS post-secondary institutions, and provincial and local sports organizations (e.g., hockey, soccer, rugby, track and field, softball, football), and in schools.
All of the CATT courses are available in English, French and Spanish, with translation to add Arabic and Punjabi to go live shortly. The eLearning modules are housed within a learning management system, which allows users to create a profile, track their course progress and download certificates of completion. Email notification can be set up to track completions for organizations choosing to mandate CATT training for their members. To learn more, visit the CATT website at cattonline.com and sign up for a free account today.