Athletic Training is an allied health profession that was recognized by the American Medical Association in 1991. Athletic Trainers, under the supervision of a licensed physician, provide care for patients within six areas of clinical practice: prevention; immediate care; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning; organization and administration; and professional responsibility. Athletic Trainers are specialists...
The Athletic Training degree program is a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited undergraduate program based on a minimum of 126 s.h.: 42 s.h. of foundations curriculum courses, 70 s.h. in the major area, and elective hours which can result in an approved minor or prepare one for further graduate study in an allied health profession such as physical therapy or a physician assistant program. Upon successful completion...
ECU has a long-standing athletic training history, being one of the first regional universities in Oklahoma to employ a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC), as well as the creation of a student internship program. At that time, ECU was innovative in the pursuit of preparing future ATC's. Now as the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) has authorized and supports national athletic training education reform, ECU is once again displaying the innovation...
Athletic Training is an exciting allied health field which places the athletic trainer in a position of substantial challenge and responsibility. With the competencies and skills developed through education and experience, a certified athletic trainer is in a unique position. He/she coordinates the athletic health care delivery system and makes it function smoothly. The athletic trainer directly provides athletic training services including injury...
The physiological benefits of exercise upon the human condition are well documented; moreover, research continues to demonstrate the benefits of physical activity on social, spiritual and mental/emotional well being. Attaining knowledge and skills related to physical health, fitness and wellness allows for the promotion of total well being.
It is the aim of the Kinesiology and Exercise Science department to:
1. Promote the benefits of an active...
The program provides students interested in the prevention, care, and evaluation of athletic injuries the necessary course work and clinical experience to qualify to sit for the examination leading to certification by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification.
What is an athletic trainer? A certified Athletic Trainer is a highly educated and skilled healthcare professional who specializes in athletic healthcare. The athletic...
Program Description This major is designed for students who are interested in becoming certified athletic trainers. The major is designed to prepare students to sit for the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer National Examination and to work competently in the field of Athletic Training and Sports Medicine. The major welcomes both the freshman and transfer student, and generally requires three years to complete. If specific prerequisites...
Instruction in the Emory & Henry Physical Education Department is distinctive for several reasons. First is our commitment to a well-rounded liberal arts education. We believe that students who gain wide exposure to history, literature, and culture have the potential to show the greatest leadership and management skills in physical education teaching, coaching, athletic training, recreation, or any other chosen area of physical education.
Philosophy of Education Central to the ATEP educational philosophy is the belief that all instruction should empower students as learners. Therefore, through the provision of both support and challenge, the program will encourage students to take responsibility for their learning and to engage in critical thinking, problem solving, and self-reflection. Preferences for instruction are to engage students...
The Athletic Training Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
The Athletic Training Program is designed to prepare students for opportunities in the athletic training profession. Students will explore the six domains of athletic training which include:
Athletic Training Mission Statement The following is the mission statement of the Erskine College Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP): The Erskine College Athletic Training Education Program exists to provide the opportunity for Athletic Training Students to prepare for a career as a certified athletic trainer. The ATEP acknowledges that this may only be done through hard work and dedication, and expects nothing less of its Athletic Training...
The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Athletic Training program provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate, advise, and treat athletes of any type and of all ages. Students learn how to help athletes avoid injury, recover from injury, and return to pre-injury status. During the program, students complete a series of clinical experiences. These experiences may be associated with FGCU intercollegiate athletic programs, professional...
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