
EMERGENCY RESPONSE FOR THE ATHLETE (ERA) COURSE
2 Day In-Person Training
Who should enroll in this training?
Physical therapists, athletic trainers, and other healthcare professionals seeking specialized education in sideline and venue emergency management for athletes.
Enrollment Criteria
Prior certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or equivalent is recommended, but not mandatory.
Other Info
This course fulfills the ABPTS requirement for
Acute Management of Injury and Illness for Sports Certified Specialization.
CEUs
20 CEUs for PTs / 17.5 Cat. A CEUs for ATs
What to expect from this training
Online coursework followed by in-person training in a classroom setting.
ERA RECERTIFICATION
COURSE
1 Day In-Person or Virtual Training
Who should enroll in this training?
Physical therapists, athletic trainers, and other healthcare professionals needing to renew their sports specialty certification.
Enrollment Criteria
You must have a valid ERA Certificate of Completion from Cogent Steps or a valid certificate from another approved course.
Other Info
If you completed ERA training elsewhere, you must get your certificate validated before registering.
CEUs
7.0 CEUs for PTs / 7.0 Cat. A CEUs for ATS
Additional credit for the immersive course.
What to expect from this training
Online coursework with immersive study followed by a one-day training virtually or in-person.
ADDITIONAL
ONLINE COURSES
Self-Learning Courses
Who should enroll in these courses?
The online courses are designed for individuals who want to build on their existing sports medicine expertise and deepen their knowledge in specialized topic areas.
Enrollment Criteria
There is no eligibility requirement
for self-learning courses.
Other Info
Course topics include acute AC joint injuries, care of the pregnant and postpartum athlete, energy systems and the injured athlete, and youth sports.
CEUs
CEUs range from 1.0 to 4.75 depending on the course
What to expect from online courses
Interactive content with an exam.
WHO WE ARE
Cogent Steps, LLC, is a service-disabled veteran-owned small business providing emergency management services in a variety of settings.

