0 or 1 credit
Spring 2026 Lecture Lower Division
Students will learn about and explore the athletic training profession through classroom and experiential learning in an emerging athletic training setting. Under supervision of the certified athletic trainer, students will observe facility operations and duties of the athletic trainer. Topics of instruction include basics of wound care, setup and operation of therapeutic modalities, and basic rehabilitation principles.
Learning Outcomes1Define risk management and discuss how it applies to athletic training settings.
2Inventory an athletic training facility and appraise the risk management strategies used.
3State the differences between different methods of stretching.
4Demonstrate proper flexibility and stretching techniques.
5Match the appropriate stretching technique to a patient condition or injury.
6Discuss correct application techniques for basic cryotherapy and thermotherapy modalities.
7Administer a simulated treatment for a patient using the appropriate modality.
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