Athlete Induction

ATHLETE INDUCTION PROCESS

The following information outlines the induction process for athletes who have been nominated by their sport for Sports Science and/or Medicine Support at Sport Northern Ireland Sports Institute (SNISI):

1. WHAT IS THE INDUCTION PROCESS?

The induction process will normally include the following meetings with SNISI practitioners:

• Musculoskeletal screening with Physiotherapist
• Medical review of Performance Profiling Questionnaire with Sports Doctor
• Familiarisation of facilities at SNI Sports Institute
• Initial meeting with Performance Lifestyle staff

2. INDUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR ATHLETES

Please read the following advice carefully regarding induction documentation and the process to follow for submission:

(a)   Documents for reading:

Prior to the completion of induction documentation, athletes must read the following document to ensure that they understand and agree with the information provided:

• Sport Northern Ireland Athlete Privacy Notice

(b)   Documents for online completion:

The following three online documents MUST be completed by the athlete at least five working days prior to attending the induction:

• Athlete Profile
• Medical Performance Profiling Questionnaire- To be downloaded, completed electronically and sent via email to: medicaladmin@sportni.net
• Athlete Consent Statement To be downloaded, completed electronically and sent via email to: medicaladmin@sportni.net

3. INFORMATION FOR ATHLETES AGED UNDER 18

Athletes under 18 years old are required to be accompanied by a parent/ guardian to the screening with the Physiotherapist and Doctor. Parent/ guardian consent is required within the Athlete Profile above.