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Nov 24, 2024
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2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Athletic Training B.S.
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Major in Athletic Training
(Major Code: 113)
The Athletic Training degree is an allied-health program with emphasis in preparing students for the professions meeting the healthcare needs of the physically active. Students successfully completing the 120-hour program will receive a bachelor of science degree in athletic training. The faculty members are dedicated to provide all students with academic and clinical experiences. This program is designed to prepare professionals in:
- Development of specified health-care skills in risk management and injury prevention,
- Development of specified health-care skills in pathology of injury and illnesses, recognition and evaluation of athletic injuries/problems,
- Development of specified health-care skills in implementation of acute care, therapeutic modalities, therapeutic exercise,
- Development of specified health-care knowledge of pharmacology and nutrition as related to athletic performance,
- Development of organizational and administrative skills for operation of athletic facilities,
- Development of educational and counseling skills and knowledge of professional development for athletic trainers, and
- Preparation for application for Texas state licensure as a Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT).
Basic Program Requirements
Athletic Training Major Requirements
Athletic Training Didactic Course Work in Athletic Training/Sports and Exercise Sciences (55 hours)
Didactic Course Work in Other Departments (8 hours)
Athletic Training Clinical Experience Course Work (2-8 hours)
Electives (7-13 hours)
To total 120 hours overall.
Program Information
Athletic Training majors must achieve a grade of “B” or better in all courses with an ATTR prefix and a “C” or better in SES prefix courses, BIOL 2401 , and BIOL 2402 . Failure to do so requires retaking of the course. Detailed information on the WTAMU Athletic Training Licensure Program (ATLP) can be located at www.wtamu.edu/athletictraining.
Advising Services Degree Checklist and Curriculum Guides
Degree Checklist and Curriculum Guide (suggested course sequence) are available through linking to Advising Services Degree Checklists.
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