Athletic Training (ATP)

This course prepares the athletic training student to respond to medical emergencies and acute conditions in physical activity settings. Through successful completion students will be able to assess and manage a variety of life-threatening and emergent conditions. Prerequisite: Admission into the Master of Science in Athletic Training program.

This course introduces athletic training students to the principles of evidence-based practice and scientific inquiry. Students will develop skills in formulating clinical questions, conducting comprehensive literature searches, and critically appraising research. The course emphasizes the development of information literacy skills necessary for evidence-based clinical decision-making in athletic training.

This course will explore the basic principles behind functional anatomy and physiology. Topics include joint by joint assessment of anatomy and function as well as of the neuromuscular, metabolic cardiorespiratory and hormonal responses to acute exercise and the physiological adaptations to chronic exercise.

This course is designed to introduce students to the profession of Athletic Training. This course provides an introduction to injury prevention, recognition, and treatment strategies. Injury prevention principles, injury classification, and common injuries will be surveyed. Prerequisites: Have met all admission criteria for the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program

This course will introduce the student to basic clinical skills and problem-solving abilities to be built upon in future course work. It is designed to introduce the student to hands-on patient care skills in a laboratory setting. These skills include but not limited to: principles of body mechanics; range of motion and manual muscle testing assessment; transfers; assistive device fitting and education; gait assessment and training. Prerequisites: Admission into the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program

This course provides an in-depth study of musculoskeletal anatomy and function as it applies to human performance and dysfunction. Emphasis will be placed on the study of the structure and functional significance of the human body - with emphasis on neural, musculoskeletal and cardiopulmonary systems. This course will provide an introduction to clinical application of relevant anatomy, with respect to some common conditions seen in the health/medical profession. Prerequisites: Have met all admission criteria for the Master of Science in Athletic Training program

This course is designed to provide introductory hands-on experience in the field of Athletic Training. Upon competition, the student will have a novice understanding of the recognition, evaluation and treatment of injuries and illnesses. Under the direct supervision of a preceptor, the student will be challenged to transfer knowledge learned didactically and apply it in clinically in their first immersive 8-week clinical rotation. Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program

A systematic approach to orthopedic/sports assessment and rehabilitation will be examined. The upper extremity will be studied in-depth stressing anatomy, neurology, physiology, etiology, pathology, assessment and rehabilitation techniques. This course will also examine the knowledge, skills and values the entry-level Athletic Trainer must possess to plan, implement, document and evaluate the efficacy of therapeutic exercise programs for the rehabilitation and reconditioning of upper extremity injuries and illnesses of athletes and the physically active. Assessment techniques will be presented and discussed in a didactic manner as well as applied through lab experiences.

This is a comprehensive course in the theory and use of therapeutic modalities in a sports medicine setting. Students will learn about the injury response cycle and healing process and how to incorporate modalities to these processes. The student will have an in-depth understanding of the physiology behind the therapeutic effects. Students will become proficient as far as application, electrode placement, patient set-up and parameters of modalities used in sports medicine. Principles of neurophysiology, pain control, and the electromagnetic and acoustic spectra will be discussed and applied through lab experiences.

This course provides an in-depth structure/function relationship of the neuromuscular, metabolic,cardiorespiratory and hormonal responses to acute exercise and the physiological adaptations to chronic exercise. Topics include thermoregulation, ergogenic eids, body composition, sport training, growth and development, and aging.

This clinical rotation allows for the student to gain more hands-on clinical experience in the profession of Athletic Training outside of the classroom and in the clinical setting. This rotation is designed to provide the athletic training student hands-on experiences with which to understand, recognize, evaluate, and treat athletic injuries and illnesses using the range of skills required of an athletic training professional. Under the supervision of a preceptor, the student will be challenged to transfer knowledge learned didactically and apply it in the clinical setting in their second immersive 8-week clinical rotation.

This course guides the study of the principles of motor skill performance and learning and the application of these theories to physical activities, learners, and various environments. This course will also examine the structural and mechanical principles involved in human movement and the contribution of these principles to the efficiency of human movement.

This 6-week immersive clinical rotation allows for student to gain advanced clinical experience in the profession of Athletic Training outside of the classroom and in the clinical setting.

This 8-week full-immersion clinical rotation allows for student to gain advanced clinical experience in the profession of Athletic Training outside of the classroom and in the clinical setting. This rotation is designed to provide the athletic training student with immersive hands-on experiences with which to understand, recognize, evaluate, and treat athletic injuries and illnesses using the range of skills required of an athletic training professional. Under the supervision of a preceptor, the student will be challenged to transfer knowledge learned didactically and apply it in the clinical setting.

This 8-week full-immersion clinical rotation allows for student to gain advanced clinical experience in the profession of Athletic Training outside of the classroom and in the clinical setting. This rotation is designed to provide the athletic training student with immersive hands-on experiences with which to understand, recognize, evaluate, and treat athletic injuries and illnesses using the range of skills required of an athletic training professional. Under the supervision of a preceptor, the student will be challenged to transfer knowledge learned didactically and apply it in the clinical setting.

A systematic approach to orthopedic/sports assessment and rehabilitation will be examined. The lower extremity will be studied in-depth stressing the anatomy, neurology, physiology, etiology, pathology, assessment, and rehabilitation techniques. This course will also examine the knowledge, skills and values the entry-level Athletic Trainer must possess to plan, implement, document, and evaluate the efficacy of therapeutic exercise programs for the rehabilitation and reconditioning of lower extremity injuries and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity. Assessment techniques will be presented and discussed in a didactic manner as well as applied through lab experiences

A systematic approach to orthopedic/sports assessment and rehabilitation will be examined. The head, neck and spine will be studied in-depth stressing the anatomy, neurology, physiology, etiology, pathology, assessment, and rehabilitation techniques. This course will also examine the knowledge, skills and values the entry-level Athletic Trainer must possess to plan, implement, document, and evaluate the efficacy of therapeutic exercise programs for the rehabilitation and reconditioning of the head, neck and spine injuries and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity. Assessment techniques will be presented and discussed in a didactic manner as well as applied through lab experiences.

This course includes a functional, scientific approach to the design of strength and conditioning programs. Includes testing protocols used for measuring fitness, body composition, posture, flexibility, muscular strength, power, speed, and endurance. General fitness, wellness, and sports nutrition concepts and dietary supplements will be discussed.

Design to educate student on topics that focus on understanding the dynamics of a complex healthcare system with regards to the delivery and management of individualized patient care, Principles of organization and administration of athletic training programs; management of personnel; legal aspects; relation of athletic trainer to athletic programs and sports medicine team.

This course provides the student a thorough understanding of injury, illness and/or disease of various body systems; specific understanding of medical diagnostics, interventions (including pharmacology) and participation considerations for the athletic population are addressed. The student will be able to recognize, assess, differentially diagnose, know when to refer and treat different Illness/condition in patient populations through various learning modalities including but not limited to lectures, hands on skills, laboratory experiences, and so on.

This course will give students valuable experience in research design, data collection and/or analysis by playing an integral role in a faculty sponsored research project or collaborating with graduate or undergraduate students from another program on a collaborative project relevant to sport medicine anywhere on campus.

This course is a continuation of Research/Collaborative Project. Students will finish their research projects and focus on writing their manuscript for a peer reviewed journal. This course is designed for the student to collaborate with other students/faculty from different departments on campus to complete their projects. Writing intensive.

This course represents the culmination of the athletic training research sequence, focusing on project completion, professional dissemination, and preparation for professional practice. Students will develop the discussion section of their capstone projects, articulating the clinical significance of their findings, acknowledging limitations, and suggesting directions for future research. The course emphasizes translation of research findings into clinical practice applications. Students will prepare and deliver formal presentations of their completed capstone projects, demonstrating professional communication skills. Additionally, the course incorporates Board of Certification (BOC) examination preparation workshops to support students' transition to certified athletic training practice. This final research course completes students' development as evidence-informed clinicians capable of contributing to the athletic training body of knowledge.

This course focuses on understanding the behavioral health in the physically active population. This also includes psychological factors relative to exercise, injury, inactivity, and rehabilitation following injury. Strategies for identifying problems, intervening, and making referral are presented.

An in-depth study of particular topics, contemporary issues or concerns in Athletic Training. The course will be taught by a specialist(s) in the field related to the topic.