TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY SPORTS MEDICINE

TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY SPORTS MEDICINE GRADUATE ASSISTANT POLICY & PROCEDURE MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS About Tarleton 3 Graduate School Information 3 Sports Medicine Graduate Assistant 4 Responsibilities / Guidelines 4 Sports Medicine Graduate Advanced Certificate 6 Graduate Courses in Kinesiology 8 Members of the Graduate Faculty 9 Graduate Assistant Evaluation 10 Links 12 2

ABOUT TARLETON Tarleton State University was founded in 1899 as John Tarleton College through a bequest by John Tarleton. He was a pioneer Erath County citizen. Tarleton State University is one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in Texas. While it originally granted degrees, John Tarleton College became a junior college-academy program in 1906. Tarleton State University became a part of the Texas A & M University System in 1917. It was known as John Tarleton Agricultural College until 1949 when the name was changed to Tarleton State College to better reflect Tarleton's growth in the field of liberal arts. In 1959 the Texas legislature expanded Tarleton to a four-year degree granting institution and changed the institution's name to Tarleton State University in 1973. The University is located approximately 65 miles southwest of Fort Worth, 100 miles southeast of Abilene, and 85 miles northwest of Waco. One of the most striking features of Tarleton is its spacious 144-acre campus, which is located in the heart of Stephenville. Featuring malls, open spaces, and beautifully landscaped buildings, the campus is dominated by majestic oak and pecan trees which create a warm atmosphere for living and learning. Stephenville, a city of 15,000, is recognized as one of the best small towns in America. Tarleton has additional locations in Killeen, Fort Worth, Granbury, and Thurber. Tarleton State University provides the stability and resources that only a state-assisted institution can. Tarleton continues its commitment to providing the best classroom learning, the latest library and research tools, and practical and professional experience. GRADUATE SCHOOL INFORMATION Tarleton State University has a 100 year-old history of providing quality educational programs for our students. The University is both accessible and affordable with master s and doctoral degree programs offered face-to-face in a variety of locations and as well as completely on-line in selected programs. "Degrees with You in Mind is the way we approach each student. We take the personal and professional goals of our students seriously. The educational programs, first-class facilities and talented faculty and staff make Tarleton an exceptional university. Please browse the web site and get to know us better. If you want additional information, visit our office, send an email or call 1-800-OUR-GRAD. Phone: (254) 968-9104 Fax: (254) 968-9670 Mailing Address College of Graduate Studies Box T-0350 Stephenville, TX 76402 Email Address gradoffice@tarleton.edu 3

SPORTS MEDICINE GRADUATE ASSISTANT A graduate assistant is appointed by the university and must be actively pursuing degree programs and making satisfactory progress toward their degree. The appointment period includes the fall and spring semesters. The graduate assistant must possess a bachelor s degree and may teach, do research, and / or assigned other duties. The graduate assistant will receive annual compensation, be eligible for health and life insurance, and other benefits. For More Information: Dr. Steve Simpson ATC, LAT, CSCS Director of Sports Medicine Tarleton State University P.O. Box T-0370 Stephenville, Texas 76402 254-968-9756 simpson@tarleton.edu www.tarletonsports.com RESPONSIBILITIES / GUIDELINES The graduate assistant athletic trainer will be responsible to the Chair of the Department of Kinesiology, Athletics Director, and the Director of Sports Medicine for all academic and athletic assignments. The graduate assistant will be responsible to the Head Athletic Trainer for additional aspects of the Sports Medicine program. Responsibilities required of the athletic training graduate assistant include but are not limited to: Sports Medicine 1. Duties assigned by Director of Sports Medicine. 2. Duties assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer. 3. Assist in the daily operation and supervision of the sports medicine facilities. 4. Assist in maintenance of all sports medicine records. 5. Provide positive direction and leadership in the sports medicine program. 6. Be a professional role model for all athletic training students. 7. Provide appropriate healthcare for all student-athletes. 8. Travel with athletic teams as assigned and directed. 9. Assist in the observation and supervision of athletic training students. 4

10. Maintain regular office hours. 11. Uphold all details in the Tarleton Sports Medicine Policy & Procedure Manual. 12. No male graduate assistants will be allowed to wear earrings while performing any duties including teaching, athletic training, attending classes, and traveling while representing Tarleton State University. 13. A conflict of interest occurs when a graduate assistant has a personal relationship with an athletic training student or student-athlete. Therefore, this is prohibited. 14. Follow all requirements stated within the Tarleton State University Athletics Department Policy Handbook. 15. Other duties as assigned. Academic 1. There are many methods in teaching including lecture, power point presentation, discussion, demonstration, videos, case studies, and practical skill application. 2. Meet with the Activity Program Director for all activity courses. Use the departmental syllabus and follow departmental guidelines for all activity courses. 3. Meet with the Director of Sports Medicine regarding first aid courses. Use the departmental syllabus, materials, and guidelines for this course. 4. Teaching will be evaluated annually by departmental student evaluation of teaching. 5. Provide timely feedback to students regarding exams, quizzes, assignments, etc. 6. You are required to meet classes daily at the scheduled time. If you are unable to meet your class due to travel requirements or illness, it is your responsibility to arrange for a substitute. 7. Be accessible to your students at appropriate times in your office. Return all phone and email messages from students. 8. If you have an academic concern about a student in your class, encourage the student to seek assistance from you during office hours or other sources of assistance. 9. Do not disseminate any information about a student s academic progress to anyone other than the student or advisor. 10. Follow all departmental policies regarding grading procedures. 11. A conflict of interest occurs when a graduate assistant has a personal relationship with a student in class due to the fact that you have educational responsibility for that student. Therefore, this is prohibited. 12. The graduate assistant must dress appropriately for classroom instruction and behave as a professional at all times. 13. Follow all requirements of the Department of Kinesiology. 14. Other Duties as assigned. 5

TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY Sports Medicine Graduate Advanced Certificate The Tarleton Sports Medicine Graduate Advanced Certificate Program is an innovative program designed for Sports Medicine professionals. The program offers three degree options and includes specialized coursework in Sports Medicine. KINE 512 KINE 513 KINE 514 KINE 515 KINE 516 Contemporary Issues in Sports Medicine Administrative Practices in Sports Medicine Special Topics in Sports Medicine Education and Research in Sports Medicine Leadership and Professional Development in Sports Medicine All Sports Medicine Advanced Certificate courses are offered ONLINE. All Sports Medicine Advanced Certificate courses may be applied to the following programs: M.S. M.B.A. M.S. Kinesiology / Sports Medicine Business Administration / Sports Medicine (ONLINE) Management & Leadership / Sports Medicine (ONLINE) Graduate School Requirements Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. institution. A 3.0 GPA on the last 60 hours of completed coursework. Complete graduate application with essay and fee. Submit standardized examination scores. Submit all official transcripts. Satisfy other applicable program prerequisites. Complete Sports Medicine Advanced Certificate application. An applicant who does not qualify for full admission may be granted conditional admission. Conditional admission will not be granted to an applicant whose GPA is less than a 2.5 on the last 60 hours of completed coursework. A student who is conditionally admitted must satisfy all conditions before receiving full admission. For More Information Dr. Steve Simpson ATC, LAT, CSCS Tarleton State University Director of Sports Medicine P.O. Box T-0370 Stephenville, Texas 76402 254.968.9756 simpson@tarleton.edu www.tarleton.edu/sportsmedicine 6

TARLETON STATE UNIVERSITY Sports Medicine Graduate Advanced Certificate Requirements for Master of Science Kinesiology / Sports Medicine KINE 512 Contemporary Issues in Sports Medicine KINE 513 Administrative Practices in Sports Medicine KINE 514 Special Topics in Sports Medicine KINE 515 Education and Research in Sports Medicine KINE 516 Leadership and Professional Development in Sports Medicine KINE 501 Readings in Kinesiology KINE 503 Research in Kinesiology KINE 536 Advanced Test and Measurements in Kinesiology ELECTIVES 12 hours as advised TOTAL 36 Hours A Thesis Option is also available (30 Hours). Requirements for Master of Business Administration Sports Medicine KINE 512 Contemporary Issues in Sports Medicine KINE 513 Administrative Practices in Sports Medicine KINE 514 Special Topics in Sports Medicine KINE 515 Education and Research in Sports Medicine KINE 516 Leadership and Professional Development in Sports Medicine ACC 503 Accounting for Management CIS 511 Managing Information Systems FIN 507 Financial Management G B 588 Seminar in Business Strategy G B 598 Business Research Methods MGMT 511 Managing Operations and Services OR MGMT 568 Organizational Development and Change MKTG 508 Marketing Management TOTAL 36 Hours All Course requirements for M.B.A. Sports Medicine are offered ONLINE. Requirements for Master of Science/Management & Leadership Sports Medicine KINE 513 Administrative Practices in Sports Medicine KINE 514 Special Topics in Sports Medicine KINE 515 Education and Research in Sports Medicine KINE 516 Leadership and Professional Development in Sports Medicine MGMT 501 Organizational Behavior MGMT 502 Human Resource Management MGMT 510 Leadership Development MGMT 512 Project Management MGMT 554 International Management MGMT 568 Organizational Development and Change G B 598 Business Research Methods TOTAL 33 Hours All Course requirements for M.S. M&L Sports Medicine are offered ONLINE. Leveling requirements (if applicable) for the College of Business Administration programs are evaluated by a Graduate Advising Committee which reviews each student s educational background and work experience on a case by case basis. Leveling requirement(s) may consist of up to six (6) hours of graduate-level coursework. 7

GRADUATE COURSES IN KINESIOLOGY 500 - Physical Education for the Elementary School Child 501 - Readings in Kinesiology 502 - Advanced Psychological Aspects of Sports 503 - Research in Kinesiology 505 - Administration of Athletic Programs 506 - School and Community Health Programs 512 - Contemporary Issues in Sports Medicine 513 - Administrative Practices in Sports Medicine 514 - Special Topics in Sports Medicine 515 - Education and Research in Sports Medicine 516 - Leadership and Professional Development in Sports Medicine 517 - Leadership and Professional Development in Kinesiology & Athletics 525 - Exercise Prescription Through the Lifespan 526 - Facilities in Kinesiology, Recreation, and Athletics 528 - Adaptive Physical Education 536 - Advanced Tests and Measurements in Kinesiology 540 - Motor Learning and Control 570 - History of Physical Education 585 - Seminar 586 - Problems 588 - Thesis 599 - Internship 8

MEMBERS OF THE GRADUATE FACULTY Dr. Jennifer Blevins-McNaughton B.S. M.S. Ph.D. Texas A&M University East Tennessee State University Virginia Tech University Dr. Steve Crews B.S. Tarleton State University M.Ed. Tarleton State University Ph.D. Texas A&M University Dr. Joe Gillespie B.S. McMurry College M.Ed. Stephen F. Austin State University Ed.D. Texas A&M University Dr. Chet Martin B.S. Tarleton State University M.Ed. Tarleton State University Ph.D. Texas Woman s University Dr. Kayla Peak B.S. Tarleton State University M.Ed. Tarleton State University Ed.D. East Texas State University Dr. Joe Priest B.S. M.S. Ed.D. Tarleton State University Sul Ross State University East Texas State University Dr. Wendell Sadler B.S. M.S. Ed.D. Campbellsville College Baylor University Texas A&M University Dr. Steve Simpson B.S. M.S. Ed.D. Hardin-Simmons University East Texas State University East Texas State University 9

TARLETON SPORTS MEDICINE Graduate Assistant Evaluation Graduate Assistant Name Sport Assignment(s) Year Circle the appropriate category for each attribute. PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Below Above Attributes Poor Average Average Average Excellent Attitude / Demeanor 1 2 3 4 5 NA Enthusiasm 1 2 3 4 5 NA Preparation 1 2 3 4 5 NA Reliability 1 2 3 4 5 NA Maturity 1 2 3 4 5 NA Initiative 1 2 3 4 5 NA Cooperation 1 2 3 4 5 NA Judgment / Attention to Risk 1 2 3 4 5 NA Personal Appearance 1 2 3 4 5 NA Punctuality 1 2 3 4 5 NA Professionalism 1 2 3 4 5 NA Professional relationship with student- 1 2 3 4 5 NA athletes Professional relationship with coaches 1 2 3 4 5 NA Professional relationship with supervisor 1 2 3 4 5 NA Professional relationship with peers 1 2 3 4 5 NA Professional relationship with team 1 2 3 4 5 NA physician / allied health personnel Professional relationship with 1 2 3 4 5 NA administration Oral Communication Skills 1 2 3 4 5 NA Written Communication Skills 1 2 3 4 5 NA Ability to accept constructive criticism 1 2 3 4 5 NA Leadership qualities 1 2 3 4 5 NA Awareness 1 2 3 4 5 NA Dependability 1 2 3 4 5 NA Work Ethic 1 2 3 4 5 NA Organization / Time Management 1 2 3 4 5 NA Creativity 1 2 3 4 5 NA Ability to handle pressure situations 1 2 3 4 5 NA Loyalty 1 2 3 4 5 NA 10

ATHLETIC TRAINING SKILLS & TECHNIQUES Circle the appropriate category for each skill & technique. Below Above Definitions Poor Average Average Average Excellent Prevention of Injuries 1 2 3 4 5 NA Evaluation & Management of Injuries 1 2 3 4 5 NA Therapeutic Modalities 1 2 3 4 5 NA Rehabilitation of Injuries 1 2 3 4 5 NA First Aid & Emergency Care 1 2 3 4 5 NA Record keeping 1 2 3 4 5 NA Insurance Procedures 1 2 3 4 5 NA Organization & Administration 1 2 3 4 5 NA Education & Counseling of Student- 1 2 3 4 5 NA Athletes Decision Making 1 2 3 4 5 NA Demonstrates Confidence 1 2 3 4 5 NA Demonstrates critical thinking 1 2 3 4 5 NA Demonstrates problem solving 1 2 3 4 5 NA Understands limitations 1 2 3 4 5 NA Uses equipment and resources 1 2 3 4 5 NA appropriately Seeks advice for improvement 1 2 3 4 5 NA Areas of Strength Areas Needing Improvement Comments and Concerns Supervisor Signature / / Date 11

LINKS Tarleton State University http://www.tarleton.edu/ Department of Kinesiology http://www.tarleton.edu/kinesiology/ Tarleton Sports Medicine http://www.tarleton.edu/sportsmedicine/ Tarleton Athletics http://www.tarletonsports.com/ College of Education http://www.tarleton.edu/coe/ College of Graduate Studies http://www.tarleton.edu/graduate/ Texas Department of State Health Services http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/at/ Texas State Athletic Trainers Association http://www.tsata.com/ Southwest Athletic Trainers Association http://www.swata.org/ National Athletic Trainers Association http://www.nata.org/ 12