Athletic Training
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: Athletic Training is an
allied health field as recognized by the American Medical
Association. Areas of expertise include the following: acute care
of injury and illnesses; assessment and evaluation of general
medical conditions and disabilities; health care administration;
nutritional aspects of injuries and illnesses; pathology of
injuries and illnesses; pharmacology; professional development and
responsibilities; psychological intervention and referral; risk
management and injury prevention; therapeutic exercise; and
therapeutic modalities.
EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVE: Athletic trainers help prevent and treat injuries for people of all ages. Their clients include everyone from professional athletes to industrial workers. Recognized by the American Medical Association as allied health professionals, athletic trainers specialize in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries. Athletic trainers often are one of the first heath care providers on the scene when injuries occur, and therefore they must be able to recognize, evaluate, and assess injuries and provide immediate care when needed. They also are heavily involved in the rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries. Athletic trainers should not be confused with fitness trainers or personal trainers, who are not health care workers, but rather train people to become physically fit. Athletic trainers often help prevent injuries by advising on the proper use of equipment and applying protective or injury-preventive devices such as tape, bandages, and braces. Injury prevention also often includes educating people on what they should do to avoid putting themselves at risk for injuries.
LENGTH OF PROGRAM: 4 years
DEPARTMENT: Health and Human Performance
CONTACT: Dr. Bill Whitehill, Box 96 MTSU 615-904-8453
For more information about the athletic training program, visit their website at www.mtsu.edu/~wwhitehi/at.html
Check out some other useful links:
National Athletic Trainers'
Association
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