EXPW 1110

Introduction to Athletic Training

This course will define and explore the profession of Athletic Training. Critical tasks, domains, essential competencies, and associated knowledge that Athletic Trainers should possess to perform the required functions satisfactorily will be identified and explored. The various job settings, career paths, and educational requirements of Athletic Trainers will be investigated. Areas to be covered include: the history of Athletic Training, the role of the Athletic Trainer in Sports Medicine, athletic training facility organization, blood borne pathogens and OSHA, administrative concepts, legislative and legal concerns, basic medical terminology, and record keeping.

Units: 1.0

Hours: Lec. 1.