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Academic Learning Compact - Athletic Training

The major offers the Bachelor of Science in athletic training. Through the integration of balanced didactic course work, intensive hands-on laboratory sessions and excellent clinical experiences students 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 students 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 CAATE.
  • 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 degree.
  • Satisfy the Florida statutes for the College-Level Academic Skills Requirement.
  • Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

Skills You Will Acquire in the Major (SLOs)

  1. Demonstrate proper prevention, evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and documentation strategies used in athletic injury care.
  2. Demonstrate proper taping, wrapping and protective equipment application for the athletic 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 athletic population.
  5. Demonstrate proper 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, coach, physician, parent, etc,).

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

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APK 4325C X   X X     X X
APK 4330 X X     X   X X
APK 4335 X   X       X X
APK 4340 X   X X     X X
APK 4345 X     X   X X X
APK 4602 X           X X