Athletic Training/Sports Medicine Major
Why study athletic training/sports medicine CMU?
As the first university in the country to offer an athletic training major, CMU is continuing its strong commitment to educating students interested in the athletic training profession. Consider these key features distinguishing this program at CMU:
- Classroom, internship, and clinical experiences that prepare students for positions as entry-level certified athletic trainers
- Faculty members who are certified athletic trainers and who are passionate about teaching and the athletic training profession
- Upon program completion, eligibility to apply for the Board of Certification Incorporated national certification examination for athletic trainers
- Career development opportunities and activities through student groups such as the Student Athletic Trainers Organization
Career outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, for all occupations through the year 2014:
- Employment of athletic trainers is expected to increase 27 percent or more.
- The occupation is expected to continue to change over the next decade, including more administrative responsibilities, adapting to new technology, and working with larger populations.
- Continuing efforts to have an athletic trainer in every high school reflect concern for student-athletes' health and may lead to growth in the number of athletic trainers employed in high schools.
Career options
Graduates of the athletic training/sports medicine program at CMU will find employment in a variety of career settings. Careers in some of these areas may require additional training.
- Colleges/Universities
- Physical therapy clinics
- High schools
- Physician offices
- Industrial rehabilitation centers
- Professional sports teams
- Medical fitness centers
- Sports medicine clinics
Program Overview
The course listings below are a representation of what this academic program requires. For a full review of this program in detail please see our official online academic bulletin AND consult with an academic advisor. This listing does not include the General Education courses required for all majors and may not include some program specific information, such as admissions, retention, and termination standards.
(Click on the course name or number for a complete course description.)
Athletic Training/Sports Medicine Major
The primary goal of the Athletic Training/Sports Medicine major is to prepare students to enter the athletic training profession. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), this program includes classroom and clinical experiences in a variety of health care settings designed to prepare entry-level certified athletic trainers (ATC®). Upon completion of the major, students are eligible to apply for the Board of Certification, Inc. national certification examination for athletic trainers.
Faculty, who are Certified Athletic Trainers in the Department of Physical Education and Sport, advise the Athletic Training major. Students are encouraged to meet with an athletic training advisor before beginning coursework in the major. A minimum of 8 semesters is necessary to complete the entire program. However, due to class availability and supervised clinical experience availability, it may take a student longer than 8 semesters to complete the program. The program is structured into 3 required phases that include: the Pre-Professional Phase, the Professional Phase, and the Internship Phase. In-depth information regarding this major may be viewed by accessing the program website at http://www.chp.cmich.edu/atep/.
( Total: 66-75 semester hours )
(21 hours)
Required Courses I
Pre-Professional Phase
Students can expect a minimum of 3 semesters to complete the Pre-Professional Phase, which includes the following courses and a directed clinical observation. All students must meet specific program Selection Criteria and program Technical Standards in order to be considered for admission to the Professional and Internship phase of the Athletic Training/Sports Medicine program. Additional information regarding the Selection Process may be viewed by accessing the program web site at http://www.chp.cmich.edu/atep/prospect.htm.
( Note: Students must also achieve a C or better in the following University Program courses:
HDF 100 (3) OR PSY 100 (3);
CHM 120 (4), 127 (1) OR CHM 131 (4) )
2
ATR 180 Introduction to Athletic Training
2
ATR 190 Fundamentals of Injury Prevention
3
ATR 282 Anatomical Aspects of Athletic Training
1
ATR 283 Athletic Training Directed Observation
3
HSC 106 Healthy Lifestyles
4
HSC 214 Human Anatomy
4
HSC 215 Human Physiology
2
PES 115 Fundamental Motor Skills
(39 hours)
Required Courses II
Professional Phase
The Professional Phase is a 4 semester process that involves coursework, clinical education activities, and a minimum of 800 hours of supervised clinical field experiences. Upon completion of these requirements, the student must complete a 15-week internship/practicum.
1
ATR 310 Athletic Training Clinical I
1
ATR 311 Theory and Application of Preventative Devices
1
ATR 320 Athletic Training Clinical II
1
ATR 321 Reconditioning Principles in Athletic Training
3
ATR 380 Athletic Training Assessment I
3
ATR 381 Athletic Training Therapeutics I
3
ATR 382 Athletic Training Assessment II
3
ATR 383 Athletic Training Therapeutics II
2
ATR 394 Pharmacology for Health Professions
1
ATR 430 Athletic Training Clinical III
1
ATR 431 Cultural Considerations in Athletic Training
1
ATR 440 Athletic Training Clinical IV
1
ATR 441 Professional Development
3
ATR 480 Health Care Administration in Athletic Training
3
FNS 375 Nutrition and Performance
3
HSC 216 Biomechanics and Kinesiology
3
HSC 308/PES 308 Work Physiology
3
HSC 411 Pathophysiology
2
PES 478 Research for the Health Professions
(3-12 hours)
Required Courses IV
Internship Phase
Select one of the following in consultation with your advisor:
3
ATR 481 Athletic Training Practicum
12
ATR 482 Athletic Training Internship
(3 hours)
Required Courses III
Other Professional Phase Requirement
Select one of the following in consultation with your advisor:
3
HSC 505 Work Injury Prevention
3
IET 526 Industrial Ergonomics