Athletic Training Program

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1 Athletic Training Program Athletic Training Student Manual

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 Introduction to Gardner-Webb University and the Profession of Athletic Training The Purpose of Gardner-Webb University... Page 1 University Policies... Page 1 Athletic Training Program - Mission Statement... Page 1 Introduction to the National Athletic Trainer s Association (NATA)... Page 1 The National Athletic Trainer s Association Code of Ethics... Page 2 Definition of an Athletic Trainer... Page 3 Section 2 Athletic Training Program (ATP) A. Introduction... Page 5 Athletic Training Program Goals... Page 5 Athletic Training Student Learning Goals... Page 5 ATS Code of Conduct... Page 6 Digital Professionalism... Page 7 Academic Probation... Page 7 Suspension... Page 7 Disciplinary Procedures... Page 8 Grievance Policy... Page 9 B. Admission Policy for ATP... Page 10 Transfer Students... Page 11 Athletic Training Academic Course Requirements... Page 12 Grade Requirements of the Major and Additional Courses... Page 12 One Sport Policy... Page 12 Potential Additional Costs... Page 13 Athletic Training Major - Course Listings... Page 14 Athletic Training Major - Course Sequencing... Page 15 Athletic Training Major Suggested Four Year Plan... Page 16 Athletic Training Major - Course Descriptions... Page 17 C. Educational Framework and Retention Standards... Page 19 Program Objectives for Each Level of the ATP... Page 22 Graduation Criteria... Page 25 Attendance... Page 25 Academic Advising... Page 25 Tobacco Use... Page 26 Sexual Harassment Policy... Page 26 Section 3 Clinical Education Clinical Education... Page 27 Clinical Experience... Page 27 Assignment of Preceptors... Page 28 Practice Boundaries and Supervision Status... Page 28 Breaks... Page 29 Request for Voluntary Experience... Page 29 Inclement Weather... Page 29 Travel... Page 30 Evaluations... Page 30

3 Model of Learning Progression... Page 33 Assumption of Risk... Page 34 Acknowledgement of Insurance Policy... Page 34 Confidentiality Policy... Page 34 Liability Insurance... Page 34 Dress Code... Page 34 Communicable Disease Policy... Page 36 Bloodborne Pathogen Policy... Page 38 Emergency Action Plan Policy... Page 38 Section 4 Financial Assistance Work-Study... Page 39 Scholarships... Page 39 Section 5 Appendices Appendix I Athletic Training Program Forms Athletic Training Student Manual Agreement... Page 40 Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Program Application... Page 41 Technical Standards... Page 42 Technical Standards Acknowledgment Form... Page 44 Communicable Disease and Blood Borne Agreement Form... Page 45 Confidentially Agreement... Page 46 Assumption of Risk Form... Page 47 Insurance Policy Form... Page 48 Athletic Training Student Program Evaluation Form... Page 49 Scholarship Announcement... Page 50 Appendix II Clinical Education Forms Request for Voluntary Clinical Experience Form... Page 51 Clinical Experience Syllabus... Page 52 Clinical Experience Goals & Expectations Form... Page 56 Real-Time Evaluation Record... Page 57 Freshman Observation Hours... Page 58 Clinical Education Hours... Page 59 Appendix III Clinical Education Evaluation Forms Athletic Training Observation Student Evaluation... Page 60 Sophomore Level Clinical Experience Evaluation... Page 62 Junior Level Clinical Experience Evaluation... Page 64 Senior Level Clinical Experience Evaluation... Page 66 Affiliate Site Clinical Experience Evaluation of ATS... Page 68 Observation Student Preceptor Evaluation... Page 69 Preceptor and Clinical Site Evaluation... Page 70 Appendix IV Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan... Page 72 Appendix V Athletic Training Student Club... Page 77

4 SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION TO GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY AND THE PROFESSION OF ATHLETIC TRAINING Your chances of success in any undertaking can always be measured by your belief in yourself Robert Collier

5 THE PURPOSE OF GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY Gardner-Webb, a private, Christian, Baptist-related university, provides superior undergraduate and graduate education strongly grounded in the liberal arts. By fostering meaningful intellectual thought, critical analysis and spiritual challenge within a diverse community of learning, Gardner-Webb prepares its graduates to make significant contributions for God and humanity in an ever-changing global community. UNIVERSITY POLICIES Athletic training students are expected to adhere to any and all university policies while involved with the Athletic Training Program. Any university sanctions and penalties will be observed by the Athletic Training Program. Please familiarize yourself with the policies and procedures of the University by reading the Gardner-Webb Undergraduate Catalog, Department of Physical Education Wellness and Sport Studies - Student Handbook and Athletic Training Student Manual. ATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Program is to provide the highest quality education that is grounded in a Christian set of values to each and every athletic training student regardless of race, age, or gender through quality instruction and hands-on clinical experiences. Each athletic training student will be a well-educated critical thinker and actively engaged in the prevention, recognition and evaluation, management/treatment and disposition, rehabilitation, organization and administration, and education and counseling for injuries occurring to athletes and physically active individuals. Upon meeting all graduation requirements and passing the Board of Certification (BOC) examination, ATSs will find themselves prepared for an entry-level position within the profession of athletic training. INTRODUCTION TO THE NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINER S ASSOCIATION (NATA) The National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) is a not-for-profit organization with more than 30,000 members nationwide. The NATA is committed to advancing, encouraging and improving the athletic training profession through annual meetings, publications, government relations, job referral service and public relations. The NATA dates back to the late 1930's when efforts were made, primarily by several college and university athletic trainers, to establish a national organization named the NATA. Between 1947 and 1950, university athletic trainers began once again to organize themselves into separate regional conferences, which would later become district organizations within the NATA. In 1950 some 101 athletic trainers from various conferences met in Kansas City, Missouri, and officially formed the NATA. The primary purpose for its formation was to establish professional standards for the athletic trainer. The NATA to date has been through constant change. A major milestone in the life of the NATA was when it became recognized as an allied health profession by the American Medical Association in This action gave the NATA greater visibility and enhanced credibility as a health care profession. Gardner-Webb University s Athletic Training Program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Accreditation was awarded to Gardner-Webb on October 17, On August 25 th 2009, the Gardner-Webb Athletic Training 1

6 Program was awarded re-accreditation. In order to be eligible to sit for the BOC exam, students must graduate from an Athletic Training Program that is accredited by CAATE. THE NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINERS ASSOCIATION CODE OF ETHICS The Code of Ethics of the National Athletic Trainers Association has been written to make the membership aware of the principles of ethical behavior that should be followed in the practice of athletic training. The primary goal of the Code is the assurance of high quality health care. The Code presents standards of behavior that all members should strive to achieve. The principles cannot be expected to cover all specific situations that may be encountered by the practicing athletic trainer, but should be considered representative of the spirit with which athletic trainers should make decisions. The principles are written generally and the circumstances of a situation will determine the interpretation and application of a given principle and of the Code as a whole. Whenever there is a conflict between the Code and legality, the laws prevail. The guidelines set forth in the Code are subject to continual review and revision as the athletic training profession develops and changes. The following are a listing of the Code of Ethics as published by the NATA: PRINCIPLE 1: Member shall respect the rights, welfare and dignity of all individuals. 1.1 Members shall not discriminate against any legally protected class. 1.2 Members shall be committed to providing competent care consistent with both the requirements and limitations of their profession. 1.3 Members shall preserve the confidentiality of privileged information and shall not release such information to a third party not allowed in the patient s care unless the person consents to such release or release is permitted or required by law. PRINCIPLE 2: Members shall comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of athletic training. 2.1 Members shall comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws and institutional guidelines. 2.2 Members shall be familiar with and adhere to all National Athletic Trainers Association guidelines and ethical standards. 2.3 Members are encouraged to report illegal or unethical practice pertaining to athletic training to the appropriate person or authority. 2.4 Members shall avoid substance abuse and, when necessary, seek rehabilitation for chemical dependency. PRINCIPLE 3: Members shall maintain and promote high standards in their provision of services. 3.1 Members shall not misrepresent in any manner, either directly or indirectly, their skills, training, professional credentials, identity or services. 3.2 Members shall provide only those services for which they are qualified via education and/or experience and by pertinent legal regulatory process. 3.3 Members shall provide services, make referrals and seek compensation only for those services that are necessary. 3.4 Members shall recognize the need for continuing education and participate in educational activities that enhance their skills and knowledge. 2

7 3.5 Members shall educate those whom they supervise in the practice of athletic training about the Code of Ethics and stress the importance of adherence. 3.6 Members who are researchers or educators should maintain and promote ethical conduct in research and educational activities. PRINCIPLE 4: Members shall not engage in conduct that can be construed as a conflict of interest or that reflects negatively on the profession. 4.1 Members should conduct themselves personally and professional in a manner that does not compromise their professional responsibilities or the practice of athletic training. 4.2 National Athletic Trainers Association current or past volunteer leaders shall not use the NATA logo in the endorsement of products or services or exploit their affiliation with the NATA in a manner that reflects badly on the profession. 4.3 Members shall not place financial gain above the patient s welfare and shall not participate in any arrangement that exploits the patient. 4.4 Members shall not, through direct or indirect means, use information use information obtained in the course of the practice of athletic training to try to influence the score or outcome of an athletic event, or attempt to induce financial gain through gambling. The National Athletic Trainers Association, NATA CODE OF ETHICS, Sept. 28, DEFINITION OF AN ATHLETIC TRAINER An Athletic Trainer (AT) is an individual who has taken and passed the Board of Certification Exam and works with physicians and other medical personnel, employers, patients, parents, guardians, and athletic personnel in the development and coordination of efficient and responsive health care delivery systems. Athletic trainers are integral members of the health care team in secondary schools, colleges and universities, professional sports programs, sports medicine clinics, corporate/industrial, and other health care settings. The athletic trainer s professional preparation is based on the development of specified educational competencies and clinical proficiencies. Through a combination of formal classroom and clinical instruction and clinical experience, the athletic trainer is prepared to provide health care within each of the following content areas: -Evidenced Based Practice - Therapeutic Interventions - Prevention and Health Promotion - Psychosocial Strategies and referral - Clinical Examination and Diagnosis - Healthcare Administration - Acute Care of Injury and Illness - Professional development and responsibilities Athletic Training Educational Competencies, 5 th Edition. Retrieved from 975d67e610a0. 7/16/2012 3

8 Desired Qualities of an Athletic Training Student A. Good Health: The athletic trainer's health should be first and foremost. How can we expect athletes to listen to athletic trainers if we are a poor representation of physical or emotional health? B. Maturity and Emotional Stability: An athletic trainer must always act as a mature professional in all situations, you cannot afford to "lose your cool" in an emergency situation. C. Sense of Fair Play: Treat all athletes fairly. Show no favoritism. D. Professional Appearance: Look and act as a professional. E. Leadership: Have the ability to recognize leadership opportunities and accept the challenge to become a leader in those situations. F. Compassion: Let the athlete know you care...they are a human being too; no better, or worse than you. G. Intellectual Capacity: Learn, learn, learn. An athletic trainer can never know enough. Never be afraid to ask a question! H. Sense of Humor: One of the biggest signs of maturity is the ability for one to laugh at their mistakes. If you can make your injured athletes laugh, then for at least a minute they have forgotten about their injury. I. Competence and Responsibility: Be responsible and gain trust. It begins with being on time and carrying out your clinical responsibilities in a responsible manner. Work up to the level of your expertise; it demonstrates competence and responsibility if you ask someone to provide a helping hand, both in the eyes of your peers and athletes. J. Respect and Loyalty: The athletic training program is a TEAM whether you are an athletic training student or an athletic trainer. Whenever you work as closely with people as a team of athletic trainers does, you must always be loyal to those on that team. The attitude of "no matter what, you take care of me - I'll take care of you" is one we will all practice. K. Discipline: You must be disciplined as an athletic training student in order to become a athletic trainer. L. Responsibility: Know your role, exactly what you are to do, and see it through. M. Care: This is probably the most important. Show the injured athletes that you are interested in him or her; take the time to find out how they are feeling today. Athletic Training is a helping profession and whether it be a student-athlete, fellow athletic trainer, coach, or manager we should always strive to extend a helping hand. 4

9 SECTION 2 ATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAM In helping others, we shall help ourselves, for whatever good we give out completes the circle and comes back to us. Flora Edwards

10 INTRODUCTION The athletic training major is housed in the School of Preventive and Rehabilitative Health Sciences (SPRHS), at Gardner-Webb University. After fulfilling the University requirements, athletic training students will receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training. Upon successful completion of the academic and clinical aspects of the Athletic Training Program (AT Program), athletic training students will be eligible to challenge the BOC examination. The athletic training major is an accredited Athletic Training Program, with accreditation being awarded by CAATE. A minimum of 128 semester hours is required for graduation, hours in the general studies area, 42 hours within the major, 17 hours of required additional course requirements, and the remainder of hours being completed as electives. The AT Program is overseen by the Athletic Training Program Director (PD). Athletic training is considered an art and a science in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries at every level of athletic competition. The knowledge and skills of an athletic trainer must cover a wide range of subject area such as anatomy, physiology, nutrition, psychology, kinesiology, and exercise physiology. The educational components of the program are not limited to the classroom. Practical experience, referred to as Clinical Education, is a valuable educational tool and an area of emphasis in the Athletic Training Program. Clinical education occurs during interaction with Preceptors each week during assigned major and mini clinical experiences and during affiliate site experiences. Combining the classroom knowledge with the ability to practice evaluation and rehabilitation skills on studentathletes or other physically active individuals allows the athletic training student (ATS) the opportunity to develop his/her knowledge and hands-on skills. The Clinical Education Coordinator (CEC) coordinates the ATS s clinical education. ATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAM GOALS 1. To prepare competent and contributing entry-level BOC Certified Athletic Trainers who can function in a variety of health settings 2. To provide students with a variety of quality clinical experiences. 3. To facilitate student appreciation for the athletic training profession. 4. To provide students with a rigorous, up to date, quality, undergraduate education in an accredited program ATHLETIC TRAINING STUDENT LEARNING GOALS 1. Students will use critical thinking and problem solving skills within the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains presented in both the didactic and clinical settings. 2. Students will use effective interpersonal skills and strategies to communicate with individuals, professionals, and society. 3. Students will encompass professional attributes that align with the foundational behaviors of professional practice. 4. Students will engage in leadership, learning, and service to the athletic training profession as well as local, national, and global communities. ATS CODE OF CONDUCT The CAATE-Accredited AT Program at Gardner-Webb is responsible for the professional preparation of students for entry-level careers in Athletic Training. Students accepted into the AT Program are expected to adhere to the BOC Standards of Professional Practice, NATA Code of Ethics, State Practice Acts, ATS Code of Conduct, Academic Catalog, GWU Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, ATS Handbook, and all Gardner-Webb policies, procedures, rules and/or regulations. Any 5

11 College sanctions and penalties will be observed by the AT Program. Individuals found in violation of these policies will be subject to Disciplinary Procedures. The AT Program expects students to demonstrate the following characteristics: accountability, respect, confidentiality, competence, integrity, diversity, and communication. 1. Accountability: Attend class, arrive on time, and return from break in a timely manner. Participate in activities and assignments. Complete work in a timely fashion and according to directions provided. Come to class prepared, with readings and other homework completed. 2. Respect: Treat all faculty, staff, students, medical personnel, and patients with dignity and respect at all times. Listen while others are speaking. Give feedback in a constructive manner. Approach conflict in a cooperative manner 3. Confidentiality: Regard all personal or medical information that you hear about a faculty, staff, student, medical personnel, and/or patient as strictly confidential. Maintain any information shared in class and/or clinical setting. 4. Competence: Apply yourself to all academic endeavors with seriousness and conscientiousness. Meet all deadlines and strive for improvement. Come to class prepared with texts, handouts, syllabus, paper, and pens. Seek appropriate support when having academic difficulties. Take responsibility for the quality of completed tests, assignments, and projects. Strive for awareness of issues that may impede your effectiveness as an athletic trainer. 5. Integrity: Practice honesty with yourself, faculty, staff, students, medical personnel, and patients. Constantly strive to improve your abilities. Commit yourself to learning the rules of citing other s work properly. Do your own work and take credit only for your own work. Acknowledge areas where improvement is needed. Accept and benefit from constructive feedback. 6. Diversity: Strive to become more open to various people, ideas, and creeds. Demonstrate an understanding of cultural competence. 7. Communication: Strive to improve both verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrate assertive communications with faculty, staff, students, medical personnel, and patients. Practice positive, constructive, respectful, and professional communication skills. Be aware of body language. The AT Program, in conjunction with its disciplinary procedures, may terminate a student's participation in the program on the basis of professional non-suitability if the faculty determines that a student's behavior has constituted a significant violation or pattern of violations of the NATA Code of Ethics or ATS Handbook. These violations may include but are not limited to: 6

12 1. Failure to meet or maintain academic grade point requirements as established by the GWU and the AT Program. 2. Academic cheating, lying, or plagiarism. Behavior judged to be in violation of the NATA Code of Ethics. 3. Failure to meet generally accepted standards of professional conduct, personal integrity or emotional stability requisite for professional practice. 4. Inappropriate or disruptive behavior toward faculty, staff, students, medical personnel, and/or patients. 5. Documented evidence of criminal activity occurring during the course of study. GWU ATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAM DIGITAL PROFESSIONALISM POLICY The concept of professionalism applies to both real and virtual social networks. As such, it is essential for all athletic training students to conduct themselves in a positive manner while avoiding behavior that reflects poorly on themselves, the athletic training program, Gardner-Webb University, and the athletic training profession. This includes, but is not limited to: any and all inappropriate user-generated content (digital text, images, audio, and video that are created and/or shared), upholding confidentiality standards to prevent an invasion of the rights of others, and protecting your online reputation. Before posting any user-generated content it is recommended that you carefully consider the following questions: 1. Could this content be considered offensive to a fellow student/patient/faculty/staff? 2. Could this content reflect adversely on me? 3. Could this content reflect adversely on the goals and mission of the athletic training program, Gardner-Webb University, or the Athletic Training Profession? If this answer is yes, maybe, or I m not sure ; it may be best not to post. Remember, everybody and anybody can share anything anywhere anytime and, as a consequence, this information may be accessible for months or even years after it is generated. The AT Program may deem user-generated content as a violation of the GWU AT Program s Code of Conduction or University Policies. Such postings could result in a disciplinary action at the discretion of the ATP Director. For example, postings such as pictures of alcohol consumption or confidential patient information is a violation of GWU AT Program s Code of Conduct. Disciplinary action would occur. ACADEMIC PROBATION Any ATS may be placed on academic probation for unacceptable progress in his/her clinical education or if his/her cumulative GPA falls below 2.50 after admittance into AT Program. At the end of each semester each student s academic performance is formally reviewed and if necessary, the student is notified by the AT Program Director in writing of their probationary status. Probation may include provisions such as required study hall or alteration of clinical education experience time. Decisions regarding such provisions will be determined by the PD and student s assigned Preceptor. If at the end of the probation semester, the ATS has been unable to attain academic standards, make satisfactory progress or complete provisions as outlined by AT Program Director, they will be suspended resulting in dismissal from the Athletic Training Program. SUSPENSION An ATS may be suspended for inadequate academic progress, conduct/behavioral concerns, or failure to meet standards set forth by the Athletic Training Program. If an ATS receives below a C (2.00) in one of his/her required athletic training courses (this includes both the major courses and additional 7

13 requirements) he/ she must retake the course and receive the required grade. If an athletic training student is suspended from the program, he/she is eligible to reapply to the program once he/she has met Athletic Training Program standards as outlined by the suspension notification. Reapplying consists of completing an abbreviated application form and an interview with the Athletic Training Program Director and CEC. The athletic training student would re-enter the program at the level last completed successfully. ATS who are suspended can request academic assistance from the Athletic Training Program Director. DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The following procedures are put into place to help ensure the smooth operation of the Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Program and to provide understanding to all parties involved of the expectations for the ATS. These procedures are applicable to disciplinary issues, AT Program policies, academic standards and university policies (please refer to the Gardner-Webb Student Handbook for additional information regarding university policies). Violation of rules and regulations may be deemed as either a minor offense or a major offense. Disciplinary actions due to violations of above policies are considered cumulative in nature. Minor offenses may include, but are not limited to, dress code violations, tardiness to clinical education experiences or failure to complete required documentation. Accumulation of three minor offenses within a level will result in the ATS moving to the next disciplinary level. Major offenses may include, but are not limited to, failure to attend assigned clinical educational experience, insubordination, failure to perform duties in a professional manner or violation of University Code of Student Conduct. ATS will be subject to disciplinary action taken by both the University judicial process and the AT Program procedures listed below. With each consecutive offense the ATS will move up a level. Disciplinary level one: For each minor offense or major offense, the ATS will receive a verbal warning from the instructor of record, Preceptor, or athletic training staff member. The warning should include the offense and a discussion regarding the resolution of the stated problem. The warning should be documented in the ATS s Clinical Experience Notebook on the disciplinary record form provided. Disciplinary level two: If the ATS has a fourth minor offense or a second major offense he/she will receive a written notice and be required to attend a meeting with the AT Program Director and CEC. During the meeting, the ATS will be given the chance to express his/her interpretations/concerns of the violation(s). After hearing all relevant evidence, a decision will be rendered as to the type of disciplinary action, if applicable. In the event of disciplinary action, notification will be given to the Chair of the Physical Education, Wellness, and Sport Studies department. The AT Program Director reserves the right to inform appropriate personnel/offices on campus. If disciplinary action is taken, the ATS has the right to appeal. Disciplinary level three: On the seventh minor offense or the third major offense the ATS will be immediately dismissed from Gardner-Webb University s Athletic Training Education Program. Please note that each case will be dealt with on an individual basis and some violations may warrant a first offense falling under disciplinary level two or three. If an ATS is in violation of Gardner-Webb University s Code of Student Conduct he/she will be referred to the appropriate authorities. 8

14 Clinical Education: Students may be removed from a clinical experience for a day or entire semester, if they are not following AT Program policies and have been given adequate notice and/or warning. GRIEVANCE POLICY In the event that an ATS wishes to challenge a disciplinary action, he/she must decide within 24 hours of verbal and/or written notification of the sanction as to whether to make an appeal. Appeals can be made for the following reasons: 1. Irregularities in proceedings; 2. Punishment inconsistent with the nature of the offense; and/or 3. Additional evidence was not available at the time the disciplinary action was rendered. The ATS must request in writing for an appeal hearing, clearly stating the grievance. The appeal board will consist of the Athletic Training staff, a PEWSS faculty representative, and an ATS representative. At the beginning of the academic year, the ATSs will vote on two students, of which one will be asked to serve as the ATS representative in the event of an appeal. The ATS representative must be an upperclassman in good academic standing. The appeal board will conduct a simple majority vote with three possible outcomes: 1. Uphold original decision; 2. Uphold original decision, but lessen the penalty; or 3. Overrule original decision and penalty. 9

15 ADMISSION POLICY FOR THEATHLETIC TRAINING PROGRAM The following courses are required for admission into the Athletic Training Program: ATTR 101- Introduction to Athletic Training ATTR 222- First Aid and Management of Acute Injuries and Illnesses BIOL 101- Human Biology A grade requirement of C (2.00) or higher is required for BIO 101, ATTR 101& 222. Additional Admission Criteria: A minimum of 2.37 cumulative GPA Completion of an 60-hour observation period Submission of an application and an essay on the observation period Three letters of recommendation An interview with committee members consisting of Athletic Training Faculty and Staff Demonstration of those skills and traits (dependability, responsibility, initiative, and communication skills) that are mandatory for an entry level BOC athletic trainer Sign Athletic Training Student Handbook Agreement Verification of Technical Standards Verification of Bloodborne Pathogen and Disease Prevention Training Verification of Immunization Records Verification/declination of the Hepatitis-B vaccination series Observation Period Prospective athletic training students are encouraged to express their interest to the PD prior to, or during, the fall semester to be advised of the necessary requirements. Admittance into the AT Program occurs each year at the conclusion of the spring semester. Any prospective athletic training student wishing to pursue a major in athletic training must successfully progress through a 10-week fall or spring semester observation in order to be eligible for admittance into the program. Observation consists of prospective athletic training students being assigned to on-campus Preceptors allowing each student a wide range of experience while accumulating a minimum of 60 hours of observation. The student can obtain observation hours during morning, afternoons, evenings, or weekends based upon the schedule of the assigned Preceptor. Application Period At the completion of the 10-week observation period and following the accumulation of 60 observation hours, prospective athletic training students are eligible to apply to the AT Program. The process begins with completing an application form that is distributed during ATTR 101. In addition, three letters of recommendation and an essay on the observation experience are required. Lastly, proof of immunizations, or a signed declination of vaccination(s) must be provided. Upon receiving all of the required information, an entrance interview will be conducted by a committee comprised of athletic training faculty and staff as well as a member outside of the AT Program. Following the interviews, prospective candidates will be selected and offered admission within the program contingent upon successful completion of required courses with required grades and an overall GPA of Students not selected are encouraged to reapply to the program the following spring semester. The readmission process will be handled on an individual basis, but the student may be required to begin the process from the beginning (ATTR 101). 10

16 Acceptance Criteria for Admission into the Athletic Training Program The student will be given a numeric rating based on the overall application and observation process. This numeric rating is a tally of points based on scores from the application essay/ questions and the student s interview, evaluations conducted during the observation period, the number of observation hours, submission of all application materials, and the student s overall GPA. The application essay and questions as well as the interview are evaluated by the interview committee utilizing rubrics. Evaluators note any strengths, weaknesses, and/or reservations on the rubrics provided. The AT Program Director averages each of the evaluators numeric ratings of the student for a final average rating and summarizes the student s strengths and any concerns noted. Based on this final rating the student is then placed into one of the following categories: 1. Full acceptance 2. Provisionary acceptance 3. Denied admission Once the PD determines the student has met the requirements, students are notified of their acceptance or denial into the Athletic Training Program by either phone and/or by letter via e-,mail. Each student accepted into the AT Program will have an individual meeting with the PD at the start of the fall semester. Any student with reservations noted by evaluators will have a formal evaluation at the end of the semester following acceptance. If the student fails to make satisfactory progress during his/her first semester in dealing with these issues as documented by the PD, the student may be put on probation or suspended from the program. Admittance with provisionary status At the discretion of the AT Program, a student may be admitted on a provisionary basis. A set of benchmarks, based on the individual student s situation, will be determined and communicated to the student in writing. A meeting will be held with the PD and student to discuss admission status and outlined benchmarks. Signatures of involved parties will be obtained indicating acceptance of the benchmarks set forth by the AT Program. In order to progress within the AT Program, the student must meet agreed upon benchmarks within the specified time frame; not doing so will result in dismissal from the program. Students accepted into the program continue their athletic training course work and clinical education the following fall semester. Due to the competitive admission requirement of the program, the number of prospective athletic training students accepted each year into the program will vary. Total program enrollment is limited to a maximum of 36 students. The number accepted each year will be based upon the number of vacant spots available. Acceptance into the program is not guaranteed based upon a student completing the observation period, but rather upon meeting all established criteria for acceptance. TRANSFER STUDENTS Any student wishing to transfer into the AT Program must submit transcripts, syllabi, and course descriptions to the PD for all athletic training classes for credit evaluation. All admission requirements contained within ATTR 101 must be met for admission into the AT Program. Classes containing cognitive competencies will be evaluated to see which, if any, fulfill the AT Program requirements. Classes containing psychomotor competencies will require a challenge examination. Course credit will be awarded after a student has taken the challenge examination and demonstrated proficiency of those competencies. The student will have the first semester of enrollment to take the challenge examination and demonstrate proficiency of psychomotor competencies. 11

17 ATHLETIC TRAINING ACADEMIC COURSE REQUIREMENTS The athletic training major requires 42 semester hours with a grade of C (2.00) or higher in the following Athletic Training courses: 101, 200, 201, 222, 225, 230, 300, 301, 324, 325, 332, 342, 400, 401, 402, 404, and 430. Additional course requirements include: EXSI 335, 347, and 224, Biology 203 and 204 (an additional elective hour must be completed for this to be counted as an 18 hour interdisciplinary minor). General Studies Requirements Each ATS must complete BIOL 101, COMM 233, and HEWE 221 in their general studies requirements. GRADE REQUIREMENTS OF THE MAJOR AND ADDITIONAL COURSES Athletic training students are expected to maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher by the end of the fall semester sophomore year. In accordance with University policy, each student must have a minimum grade of C (2.00) on each course in the major field of study. Failure to make a grade of C (2.00) or higher will prevent a student from taking additional coursework/clinical education within the major until a satisfactory grade is achieved for the course(s) involved. Athletic training students must also have a minimum grade of C (2.00) in their additional course requirements (EXSI 335, 347, and 224, BIOL 203 and 204). A cumulative GPA of 2.00 must be maintained for any minor selected by a student. ONE-SPORT POLICY Student-athletes are eligible to apply for admission to the ATEP; however, it is imperative that student-athletes and coaches understand that the clinical education component of the program will at times conflict with athletics. ATSs participate in a structured sequence of academic and clinical education courses and in order to be successful in the program, they must be aware of the following requirements: All ATSs must limit their athletic involvement to one sport per academic year following the completion of their freshman year. ATS that participate in Cross Country/ Track and Field must designate one semester as their off-season. During the off-season, athletic training responsibilities will take precedence over sporting events and/or practices. It is the ATS s responsibility to provide the Clinical Education Coordinator and their assigned Preceptor with a monthly schedule for clinical hours. Coaches need to be aware that this schedule should include practice and competition times so that all parties can plan accordingly. All ATSs that participate in intercollegiate athletics must fulfill all academic and clinical education courses/experiences. In addition, all ATSs must complete an equipment intensive clinical experience (football/lacrosse). Student-Athletes may need to return for an additional semester to complete this requirement which may be at the ATS s expense. Those ATSs who participate in a winter sport must also designate one semester as their off-season. It is during this semester that the ATS will have his/her major clinical experience and that athletic training supersedes athletics. The supervising Preceptor may (within reason) consider the ATS s athletic schedule to allow for participation in his/her sports competitive events. It is imperative that there is an open line of communication and expectations, guidelines, and schedules are clearly communicated to the ATS. If you have questions about scheduling conflicts in relation to ATS athletic participation and clinical education, please contact the CEC or Program Director. 12

18 POTENTIAL ADDITIONAL COSTS All costs incurred with application and acceptance into the program is the athletic training student s responsibility. These costs may include, but are not limited to: 1. Uniform costs 2. Health Insurance 3. Background Checks 4. Transportation to and front off-campus sites 5. Supplies: fanny pack, scissors, etc. 6. Membership to athletic training organizations 7. Liability/malpractice insurance 8. Annual training/recertification fees as required by the ATP (i.e., CPR, Bloodborne Pathogen, etc.) 13

19 ATHLETIC TRAINING MAJOR - COURSE LISTINGS Number Name of Course Credits ATTR 101 Introduction to Athletic Training 1 hour ATTR 222 First Aid and Management of Acute Injuries & Illnesses 3 hours ATTR 225 Recognition and Care of Injuries 3 hours ATTR 230 Fundamentals of Protective Equipment and Prophylactic Procedures 2 hours ATTR 324 Evaluation of the Lower Extremity 3 hours ATTR 325 Evaluation of the Upper Extremity 3 hours ATTR 332 Rehabilitation and Reconditioning 3 hours ATTR 342 Athletic Training Organization and Administration 3 hours ATTR 402 Medical Conditions and Pharmacology 3 hours ATTR 404 Therapeutic Modalities 3 hours ATTR 430 Athletic Training Seminar 3 hours ATTR 200 Athletic Training Clinical I 2 hours ATTR 201 Athletic Training Clinical II 2 hours ATTR 300 Athletic Training Clinical III 2 hours ATTR 301 Athletic Training Clinical IV 2 hours ATTR 400 Athletic Training Clinical V 2 hours ATTR 401 Athletic Training Clinical VI 2 hours Total hours in Major 42 hours Additional Requirements (Interdisciplinary Minor) EXSI 335 Kinesiology 3 hours EXSI 347 Exercise Physiology I 3 hours EXSI 224 Nutrition 3 hours BIOL 203 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 hours BIOL 204 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 hours Elective 1 hour Total hours 18 hours General Studies Requirement BIOL 101 COMM 233 Total hours 3 hours 3 hours 6 hours 14

20 ATHLETIC TRAINING MAJOR - COURSE SEQUENCING Freshman Fall BIOL 101 Human Biology Fall ATTR 101 Introduction to Athletic Training Spring BIOL 101 Human Biology (it not taken in the Fall) Spring ATTR 222 First Aid and Management of Acute Injuries and Illness Spring ATTR 101 Introduction to Athletic Training (it not taken in the Fall) Sophomore Fall ATTR 200 Athletic Training Clinical I Fall ATTR 225 Recognition and Care Fall ATTR 230 Fundamentals of Protective...Prophylactic Procedures Fall BIOL 203 Anatomy and Physiology I Fall EXSI 224 Nutrition Spring ATTR 201 Athletic Training Clinical II Spring ATTR 324 Evaluation of the Lower Extremity Spring ATTR 404 Therapeutic Modalities Spring BIOL 204 Anatomy and Physiology II Junior Fall ATTR 300 Athletic Training Clinical III Fall ATTR 325 Evaluation the Upper Extremity Fall ATTR 342 Athletic Training Organization and Administration Fall EXSI 335 Kinesiology Spring ATTR 301 Athletic Training Clinical IV Spring ATTR 332 Rehabilitation and Reconditioning Spring EXSI 347 Exercise Physiology Senior Fall ATTR 400 Athletic Training Clinical V Fall ATTR 402 Medical Conditions and Pharmacology Fall ATTR 430 Athletic Training Seminar Spring ATTR 401 Athletic Training Clinical VI 15

21 ATHLETIC TRAINING MAJOR SUGGESTED FOUR YEAR PLAN Freshman - Fall Semester Freshman - Spring Semester University Physical Education English Athletic Training Athletic Training American Heritage 3 Arts or Music Communications Biology English Health Math 105, 110, 150, Dimensions.5 Dimensions Sophomore - Fall Semester Sophomore - Spring Semester Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training Biology Exercise Science Athletic Training Biology Foreign Language Foreign Language Elective 3 Dimensions.5 Dimensions Junior - Fall Semester Junior - Spring Semester Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training Religion Exercise Science Social Science 205 or RELI Foreign Language Religion Elective 3 Exercise Science Dimensions.5 Dimensions Senior - Fall Semester Senior - Spring Semester Athletic Training Athletic Training Athletic Training American Heritage 3 Athletic Training History Elective 3 English 211, 212, 231, 232 or History Elective 3 Chemistry, Geology, Elective 1-3 Astronomy or Physics

22 ATHLETIC TRAINING MAJOR - COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 101 Introduction to Athletic Training 1 semester hour A course designed to introduce prospective athletic training students to the profession of athletic training, its governing organizations, daily responsibilities and occupational opportunities. Successful completion of this course with its associated observation hours is a requirement for application to the Athletic Training Program (Fall, Spring) ATTR 200 Athletic Training Clinical I 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 222. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR (Fall) ATTR 201 Athletic Training Clinical II 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 225. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR (Spring) ATTR 222 First Aid and the Management of Acute Injury and Illness 3 semester hours The intent of this course is to provide the athletic training student with the knowledge, skills, and values they must possess to recognize, assess, and treat acute injury or illness of athletes and other physically active individuals (Spring) ATTR 225 Recognition and Care of Injuries 3 semester hours The athletic training student will develop the knowledge, skills, and values to identify injury and illness factors that may be encountered by athletes and others involved in physical activity and to plan and begin to identity appropriate care of injuries whether it be through risk management or preventative measures. Prerequisite ATTR: (Fall) ATTR 230 Fundamentals of Protective Equipment and Prophylactic Procedures 2 semester hours The intent of this course is to provide the student with the fundamental skills associated with fitting, applying, and constructing protective equipment as well as applying preventive taping, wrapping and bracing skills. Prerequisite ATTR: (Fall) ATTR 300 Athletic Training Clinical III 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 324 and ATTR 342. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR (Fall) ATTR 301 Athletic Training Clinical IV 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 325. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR (Spring) 17

23 ATTR 324 Evaluation of the Lower Extremity 3 semester hours This course will concentrate on evaluation and recognition of orthopaedic musculoskeletal injuries of the lower extremity. Prerequisite: ATTR (Spring) ATTR 325 Evaluation of the Upper Extremity 3 semester hours This course will concentrate on evaluation and recognition of orthopaedic musculoskeletal injuries of the upper extremity. Prerequisite: ATTR (Fall) ATTR 332 Rehabilitation and Reconditioning 3 semester hours This course will provide the athletic training student with the knowledge, skills, and values they must possess to plan, implement, document, and evaluate the efficacy of therapeutic exercise programs for the rehabilitation and reconditioning of the injuries and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity. Prerequisite ATTR: (Spring) ATTR 342 Athletic Training Organization and Administration 3 semester hours A course designed to expose the athletic training student to the organizational and administrative demands of the traditional and nontraditional employment settings. Special emphasis will be placed upon medical terminology used in health professions. Prerequisite ATTR: (Fall) ATTR 400 Athletic Training Clinical V 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 332 and 404. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR (Fall) ATTR 401 Athletic Training Clinical VI 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 402. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR (Spring) ATTR 402 Medical Conditions and Pharmacology 3 semester hours To provide the student with the knowledge, skills, and values to recognize, treat, and refer, when appropriate, general medical conditions and disabilities. An in-depth study of pharmacologic applications, including awareness of indications, contraindications, precautions, and interactions of medication and of the governing regulations relevant to the treatment of injuries to and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity. Prerequisite: ATTR (Fall) ATTR 404 Therapeutic Modalities 3 semester hours A course to provide the athletic training student with a basic understanding of the underlying principles supportive of the use of therapeutic modalities, including physiological effects of different modalities and how they work as therapeutic agents. Prerequisite ATTR: (Spring) ATTR 430 Athletic Training Seminar 3 semester hours This course will summarize the experiences the athletic training student has learned and demonstrated within the athletic training program and will serve as final preparation for the Board of Certification Examination. Prerequisite: ATTR: (Fall) 18