Academic Learning Compact - Athletic Training

Through the integration of balanced didactic course work, intensive hands-on laboratory sessions and excellent clinical experiences, you will become proficient in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses for the physically active. The curriculum is designed to meet accreditation standards set forth by the Commission on Accrediting Athletic Training Education (CAATE) and to prepare you for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination. Students who graduate from the athletic training education program will receive a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in athletic training, and will meet the requirements to sit for the BOC examination.

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Before Graduating You Must

• Complete the cognitive, psychomotor competencies and clinical proficiencies that determine your readiness to be an entry-level athletic trainer, as determined by the Professional Education Council (PEC) of the National Athletic Trainer's Association (NATA).
• Complete clinical education experiences under the supervision of a clinical instructor.
• Complete a minimum of 120 credit hours and fulfill all ATEP program requirements to successfully earn the Bachelor of Science in athletic training.
• Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Skills You Will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)

1. Demonstrate proper injury/illness prevention, clinical evaluation and diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and documentation strategies required of an athletic trainer.
2. Demonstrate proper taping, wrapping and protective equipment application for the physically active population.
3. Demonstrate proper application of therapeutic modalities and incorporation of such modalities in an effective rehabilitation program.
4. Demonstrate effective management of general medical and psychosocial conditions related to the physically active population.
5. Demonstrate proper immediate care and emergency management skills required of an athletic trainer.
6. Identify important concepts related to athletic training administration used in professional practice.
7. Recognize the importance of professionalism and ethical behavior in the field of athletic training.
8. Recognize the components of effective communication with members of the sports medicine team (i.e., athlete/patient, coach, physician, parent, etc,).

Assessment of program learning outcomes occurs through completion of the athletic training educational competencies set forth by the NATA PEC and documented for compliance with the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Students must document successful completion of these requirements through course examinations, practical assessments and clinical experiences. A complete student record is kept to ensure compliance.