Degree Requirements

Athletic Training Courses (ATR)

150. Medical Terminology (1 sem. hr.). This course is designed to expose the student to basic medical terminology that will aid all students pursing either allied health care or medical profession, including those students in the pre-professional programs.  Knowledge obtained in this course will provide a basis for writing, reading, and interpreting medical documentation amongst the various professions associated with health care. Prerequisites: Athletic Training candidates and majors, others by request. (Spring and Fall) *Offered beginning 2009-2010.

171. Prevention of Athletic Injury and Illness (3 sem. hrs.). This course is designed to teach the student the basic knowledge and skills utilized in athletic training. This includes the prevention and recognition of athletic injuries and conditions. (Spring and Fall)

180. The Professional Rescuer (2 sem. hrs.). This course is designed to teach individuals to respond in emergency medical situations. It includes training in first aid techniques, CPR, AEDs, oxygen administration preventing disease transmission. Prerequisite: Athletic Training candidates and majors only. (Spring only)

213. Anatomy for Orthopedic Assessment (2 sem. hrs.). This course is designed to provide an introduction to the anatomy relevant to conducting an orthopedic assessment of a musculoskeletal injury. Prerequisite: one college-level Biology course. (Fall only)

251. Management of Athletic Injury and Illness (2 sem. hrs.). This course explores various methods used to manage injury and illness to the athletic population. Will incorporate hands-on training in the implementation of emergency care techniques. Prerequisites: ATR 171 and entry into the Athletic Training Program. (Fall only)

252.Management of Athletic Injury and Illness LAB (1 sem. hr.). This laboratory course will teach student psychomotor skills involved with taping, bracing, splinting and other manual skills associated with the management of athletic injuries.(Fall only)
270. Clinical Proficiencies in AT I (1 sem. hr.). This course is designed to teach the sophomore student athletic trainer the knowledge and application of clinical skills necessary for the development of competency in athletic training. Prerequisites: Admission into the Athletic Training Program. (Fall only)

271. Clinical Proficiencies in AT II (1 sem. hr.). This course is designed to teach the sophomore student athletic trainer the knowledge and application of clinical skills necessary for the continual development of competency in athletic training. Prerequisites: Admission into the Athletic Training Program and ATR 270. (Spring only)

290. Pharmacology and Pathology in Athletic Training (3 sem. hrs.). The student will gain knowledge on pharmacological applications including indications, contraindications, precautions, interactions, and governing regulations relevant to the treatment of injuries to and illnesses of the physically active. Students will also gain knowledge in the pathology of injury and disease. Prerequisites: ATR 251 and entry into the athletic training program. (Spring only)
 
345. Lower Extremity Evaluation (3 sem. hrs.). This course is designed to teach the athletic training student the knowledge and clinical skills necessary for completing a musculoskeletal assessment for injuries to the lower extremity. Prerequisites: ATR 213 and ATR 251. (Spring only)

350. Upper Extremity Evaluation (3 sem. hrs.). This course is designed to teach the athletic training student the knowledge and clinical skills necessary for completing a musculoskeletal assessment for injuries to the upper extremity. Prerequisites: ATR 213 and ATR 251. (Fall only)

371. Clinical Proficiencies in AT III (1 sem. hr.). This course is designed to teach the junior student athletic trainer the knowledge and application of clinical skills necessary for the continual development of competency in athletic training. Prerequisites: Admission into the Athletic Training Program and ATR 271. (Fall only)

372. Clinical Proficiencies in AT IV (1 sem. hr.). This course is designed to teach the junior student athletic trainer the knowledge and application of clinical skills necessary for the continual development of competency in athletic training. Prerequisites: Admission into the Athletic Training Program and ATR 371. (Spring only)

381. Therapeutic Modalities (3 sem. hrs.). The physiological basis, set up, use and techniques of modalities (i.e. ice, heat and ultrasound) needed to rehabilitate common athletic injuries will be taught. Prerequisite: ATR 213 and 251. (Fall only)

382. Therapeutic Exercise (3 sem. hrs.). The physiological basis, use and techniques of exercise needed to rehabilitate common athletic injuries will be taught. Prerequisite: ATR 381 (Spring only)

389. Principles of Strength, Conditioning, & Exercise Prescription (2 sem. hrs.). This course is designed to expose the student to basic principles of exercise prescription and strength and conditioning.  The student will learn how to design and carry out appropriate exercise prescriptions and exercise techniques (i.e.: proper spotting, Olympic lifts, etc), for various components of fitness for healthy individuals based on scientific principles.  This course will also prepare the student for basic personal training certifications and provide a background for further growth in this area. (Spring only)

425. Medical Aspects of Sports (2 sem. hrs.). This course is designed to introduce the student athletic trainer and HPE major to various medical conditions and disorders. It will involve lectures and discussions led by allied health professionals in different areas of specialization. Prerequisites: senior status. (Fall only)

426. Special Topics in Athletic Training (1-3 sem. hrs.). The department offers a variety of mini-courses on special athletic training topics of interest to upper level students and staff. The topics concern areas not traditionally stressed in other department courses. In general, the courses will be offered in response to student demand and within the confines of faculty time. Prerequisites: Junior standing. (Spring and Fall)
 
470. Clinical Proficiencies in AT V (1 sem. hr.). This course is designed to teach the senior student athletic trainer the knowledge and application of clinical skills necessary for the continual development of competency in athletic training. Prerequisites: Admission into the Athletic Training Program and ATR 372. (Fall only)

471. Clinical Proficiencies in AT VI (1 sem. hr.). This course is designed to teach the senior student athletic trainer the knowledge and application of clinical skills necessary for the continual development of competency in athletic training. Prerequisites: Admission into the Athletic Training Program and ATR 470. (Spring only)
 
477. Human Anatomy and Kinesiology (3 sem. hrs.). Study of human movement as it pertains to muscular actions, articulations and laws of motion. Emphasis placed on anatomical as well as mechanical considerations in movement. Prerequisite: ATR 213 or BIO 363. (Fall only)
 
485. Organization and Administration of Athletic Training (2 sem. hrs.). This course will provide the knowledge, skill and values required of the entry-level Certified Athletic Trainer to develop, administer and manage a health care facility and associated venues providing health care of the physically active. Prerequisites: entry into the athletic training program and senior status. (Spring only)
 
487. Exercise Physiology (3 sem. hrs.). An examination of the scientific basis of human physiology in relationship to exercise and work. Topics to be covered will be energy transfer in the body during exercise, neuromuscular, cardiovascular and pulmonary adaptations to exercise; and body composition. Prerequisites: junior standing and BIO 315 or 363. (Spring only)
 
490. Senior Seminar (2 sem. hrs.). This course will provide the knowledge, skills, and values required of the entry-level Certified Athletic Trainer to understand professional responsibilities, avenues of professional development, and the national and state regulatory agencies/standards. This course will also teach students skills to promote athletic training as a professional discipline and educate the general public regarding the role of a certified athletic trainer. Through this class, the student athletic trainer will also prepare for the national certification exam and professional job searches. This class will also serve as a forum to discuss current topics in the athletic training field and field discussion on matters in athletic training. Prerequisite: ATR Seniors only. (Spring only)

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