2 credits
Fall 2025 Distance Learning
Course covering management and supervision of personnel, financial resources, as well as the preparation in planning, designing, developing, organizing, implementing, directing, and evaluating an athletic training health care program and facility. Legal concerns, risk management, insurance, and reimbursement will be discussed. Prerequisite: Completion of HK 50000 with a grade of B- or better. Permission of department required.
Learning Outcomes1Summarize the components associated with professional development and regulation of athletic trainers.
2Distinguish the roles and responsibilities of health care professionals in the field of sports medicine.
3Compare the current initiatives, missions, objectives, and professional activities of other allied health and medical organizations and professions.
4Analyze the major elements of the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Code of Ethics against published case report.
5Recognize the importance and complexity of the ethical and legal issues associated with medical information, authorization to participate, record keeping, and confidentiality.
6Appraise and recommend medical and professional liability insurance policies.
7Develop administrative policy and procedures for operation of an athletic medical facility.
8Develop a system of records for athletes and general facility operations.
9Develop a comprehensive pre-participation medical exam.
10Develop a basic architectural design of an athletic medical facility that is safe and efficient.
11Develop a budget for operation of an athletic medical facility.
Restrictions
made by Purdue students.