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An introduction into the field of athletic training with attention to the six major practice domains of Certified Athletic Trainers (AT) and foundational behaviors of professional practice.

Provides the rationale for the use of taping and wrapping in athletics, as well as practical experience in applying commonly used taping and wrapping techniques. To be taken in conjunction with ATR-195. Fee assessed for taping materials. This clinical course is taken during prospective athletic training students direct observation clinical rotations. Formal evaluation of student performance during the clinical rotation will occur at the conclusion of the course. Instructor permission only.

Provides instruction into the development of an Emergency Action Plan and process, universal precautions, and advanced emergency care of athletic injuries. This clinical course is taken during prospective athletic training students direct observation clinical rotations. Formal evaluation of student performance during the clinical rotation will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.

Overview of the history of the National Athletic Trainers' Association, the qualifications and general job responsibilities of a Certified Athletic Trainer (AT),different employment settings, BOC exam requirements, maintaining professional certification and credentials, etc. Practicum I requires a minimum of 42 clinical hours with a formal evaluation of student performance during hour acquisition at the conclusion of the course. Accumulated hours can be used for a prospective athletic training student's application to the athletic training education program. Prerequisite:Instructor permission only.