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Curriculum

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Program Goals and Objectives

  1. Prepare students for entry-level practice by integrating the professional competence domains identified in the most current Role Delineation Document published by the Board of Certification (BOC).
  2. Integrate didactic knowledge and clinical skills with a value system that will promote success as an entry-level athletic trainer.
  3. Expose students to diverse clinical education settings and other educational experiences that foster professional development and networking.
  4. Promote involvement in research, evidence-based practice, and professional development.
  5. Encourage involvement and leadership opportunities with the NATA and related organizations both at the student and professional levels.
  6. Foster personal and professional growth consistent with high ethical and moral standards.
  7. Foster inter-professional education and inter-disciplinary practice techniques.
  8. Develop cultural competency through the appreciation and respect of all individuals.
  9. Prepare students for BOC examination eligibility and successful completion.

Course Sequence

Students will complete a 64-unit degree program including two summer semesters and four traditional semesters. Students will complete both academic and clinical experiences leading to eligibility for the Board of Certification Examination.


Summer Semester I - Session 1 & 2

Session 1 – Learning Objectives: Clinical Preparation & Anatomy

ENS 625
Emergency Management of Sports Trauma
2 units
ENS 626
Clinical Anatomy
2 units
ENS 627L
Prophylactic Interventions in Athletic Training
1 unit
ENS 604
Evidence Based Practice in Athletic Training I
1 unit
Total
6 units

 
Session 2 – Learning Objectives: Full Clinical Immersion

ENS 689A
Athletic Training Clinical Internship I – Pre-Season
5 units
Total
5 units


Fall Semester I

Learning Objectives:

  1. Lower extremity pathology, assessment & intervention
  2. Holistic pathology & intervention
  3. Clinical Application
ENS 653/653L
Musculoskeletal Diagnostics for the Lower Extremity
3 units
ENS 663/663L
Musculoskeletal Interventions for the Lower Extremity
4 units
ENS 620
Pathopharmacology in Athletic Training- 3 units
4 units
ENS 699A
Athletic Training Clinical Clerkship I
2 units
Total
13 units


Spring Semester I

Learning Objectives:

  1. Upper extremity pathology, assessment & intervention
  2. Bio-Psychosocial intervention
  3. Clinical Application & Evidence-Based Practice
ENS 654/654L
Musculoskeletal Diagnostics for the Upper Extremity
3 units
ENS 664/664L
Musculoskeletal Interventions for the Upper Extremity
4 units
ENS 638
Bio-Psychosocial Theories and Strategies in Athletic Training
2 units
ENS 699B
Athletic Training Clinical Clerkship II
2 units
ENS 605
Evidenced Based Practice in Athletic Training II
1 unit
Total
12 units


Summer Semester II - Session 2

Learning Objectives: Full Clinical Immersion

ENS 689B
Athletic Training Clinical Internship II
5 units
Total
5 units


Fall Semester II

Learning Objectives:

  1. Head & Spine pathology, assessment & intervention
  2. Nutritional intervention
  3. Clinical Application & Evidence Based Practice
ENS 655/655L
Musculoskeletal Diagnostics for the for the Head and Spine
3 units
ENS 665/665L
Musculoskeletal Interventions for the Head and Spine
4 units
NUTR 512
Nutrition for Athletes
3 units
ENS 699C
Athletic Training Clinical Clerkship III
2 units
ENS 606
Evidenced-Based Practice in Athletic Training III
1 unit
Total
13 units


Spring Semester II

Learning Objectives:

  1. Professional Preparation
  2. Clinical Application & Evidence Based Practice
  3. NASM CES Certification
ENS 648
Professional Ethics, Management, Informatics, and Leadership in AT
2 units
ENS 649
Professional Preparation in Athletic Training
1 unit
ENS 699D
Athletic Training Clinical Clerkship IV
2 units
ENS 607
Evidenced Based Practice in Athletic Training IV
1 unit
ENS 670/670L
Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES)
4 units
Total
10 units



Please refer to the Prospective Students for specific application criteria and information.

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