2015-2016 Undergraduate General Catalog

AT - Athletic Training

Prerequisite for all AT courses MUST BE ACCEPTED IN THE ATP. 

AT 101 Athletic Training Experience I

An entry level skills and knowledge course for students majoring in Athletic Training. Athletic training administration, organization, and prevention skills and knowledge will be assessed. Students must demonstrate competency in these skills and knowledge areas.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP.

AT 201 Athletic Training Experience II

This course is designed for the Athletic Training major to demonstrate competency in the skills of taping and wrapping. Students must demonstrate proper technique in employing various taping and wrapping procedures to prevent or assist with the treatment of injuries to the upper and lower extremities.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP

AT 301 Athletic Training Experience III

An advanced course for students majoring in Athletic Training. Knowledge and skills of therapeutic modality use and rehabilitation techniques are emphasized. Students must demonstrate competency in designing and implementing rehabilitation programs for various athletic injuries. Students will also demonstrate competency in recognizing diseases and illnesses associated with athletes.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP

AT 315 Administration in Athletic Training

This course examines the administrative tasks required of the athletic trainer for successful operation of the program including; facility design, policies and procedures. Budget, administration of physical examinations, record keeping, insurance requirements, and legal considerations will also be studied.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP

AT 350 Assessment of Athletic Injuries

This course is designed to prepare Athletic Training students in the advanced assessment of athletic related injuries. Each student will be required to perform advanced assessment skill on selected subjects, as well as to demonstrate competency in spine, upper and lower body assessment skills.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP

AT 355 Current Topics in Exercise and Sport Sciences

This course is designed for the junior/senior exercise science student. Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of current topics in areas of sports medicine and exercise science. This course primarily involves research, writing, presenting and critiquing of various writing appropriate for professionals in the field of exercise and sport science.

Credits

3

Cross Listed Courses

EXSC 355

AT 370 Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training

This course is designed for the upper-class student majoring in Athletic Training. Students will be introduced to therapeutic modality theory, application, and techniques as they relate to the athletic population.

Credits

3

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP

AT 371 Rehabilitation Techniques in Athletic Training

This course is designed for the upper-class student majoring in Athletic Training. Students will be introduced to rehabilitation theory, application and techniques as they relate to the athletic population. Field trip experiences and laboratory sessions will be utilized to promote hands-on knowledge of common rehabilitation techniques.

Credits

4

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP

AT 375 General Medical Practicum

This course is for the level three Athletic Training Students (ATS) within the Athletic Training Program (ATP). The ATS will be required to participate in a minimum of 20 clinical hours of education with a local family practice physician (MD/DO, PA, NP). This will include observing and interacting in the diagnosis and care of various general medical conditions. The ATS will also participate in evidence based practice (EBP) research and participate in weekly practicum case study discussions with the instructor.

Credits

1

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP

AT 395 Internship in Athletic Training I

Senior Athletic Training students are assigned to a Clinical Preceptor (CP) who provides sport medicine services to an Augustana athletic team for an entire season.

Credits

1- 4

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP

AT 401 Athletic Training Experience IV

An advanced course for students majoring in Athletic Training. Students must demonstrate competency in assessing injuries, identifying the mechanisms, performing evaluation techniques, and discussing initial treatment options for injuries to the upper and lower extremities.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP

AT 451 Athletic Training Experience V

This course is an advanced level course for the students majoring in Athletic Training. Knowledge and skills of rehabilitation techniques are emphasized. Students must demonstrate competency in designing and implementing rehabilitation programs for various athletic injuries.

Credits

2

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP

AT 468 BOC Preparation

This course is designed for the senior Athletic Training Student. This course is designed to help prepare the student to successfully pass the national Board of Certification (BOC) licensure examination. A thorough review of the entire BOC examination process will be presented. Topics also include the history of the BOC exam, the format of the exam and test taking strategies to prepare for the exam. Students will also review and demonstrate their comprehensive mastery of the clinical skills to become a competent entry-level certified athletic trainer.

Credits

1

AT 495 Internship in Athletic Training II

Senior Athletic Training students are assigned to a Clinical Preceptor (CP) who provides sports medicine services to an Augustana athletic team for an entire season.

Credits

1- 4

Prerequisites

Must be accepted in the ATP