Application Process

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Students interested in the Heidelberg College Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) will be required to complete the following Application Standards:

  1. Complete the following course work at Heidelberg with a grade of "B-" or better: ATR 171 Prevention of Athletic Injury and Illness, HPE 116 Health and Wellness and an Introductory biology course.
  2. Complete 75 hours of observation (non-patient care) in the clinical athletic training setting under the supervision of a Certified Athletic Trainer at Heidelberg College.  These hours do not count toward the required 800 clock-hours for graduation for the ATEP. Students will be informally evaluated throughout the observation hours.
  3. Successfully complete the Observation Competencies associated with ATR 171 in conjunction with the 75 observation hours. The competencies should be submitted with the formal application to the ATEP.
  4. A cumulative GPA of 2.75.
  5. The prospective student must have proof of current certification as a Professional Rescuer or enrollment in the Professional Rescuer Course, including agreement to the Non-compulsory First / Responder form.
  6. Demonstrate compliance with all Heidelberg's ATEP guidelines, conduct and procedures, including agreement to the technical standards for admission. Proof of a physical examination completed by a licensed physician must accompany the technical standards form.
  7. Complete a formal interview with members of the ATEP Selection Committee to assess the intellectual, social and technical skills of the candidate. Candidates will also be required to complete the Practical Examination and Written Entrance Examination.
  8. Submission of the formal application that includes all necessary application forms (see below).
  9. Hepatitis B vaccinations and annual TB vaccinations. These are available through Stoner Health Center. The student is financially responsible for the cost.
  10. Completion of Bloodborne Pathogen training.
  11. Submission of three letters of recommendation.