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The certified athletic trainer is increasingly viewed as the expert in care of the physically active. Wright State's program prepares self-directed graduates who can function in a number of settings and work in collaboration with other health care professionals to coordinate and improve the health care of the physically active.

  • The Athletic Training program is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
  • Students majoring in athletic training also have the option of completing the requirements for teaching licensure in Ohio through the graduate-level program during their fifth year.
  • Admission to the Athletic Training program is competitive. Students must also earn a grade of "B" or better in each athletic training course to remain in the program.
Bachelor of Science in Education in Athletic Training—Suggested Curriculum
Freshman
English Comp I & II
Principles of Athletic Training
Basic Skills in Athletic Training
Athletic Emergency Care
Emergency Mgmt Skills
Anatomy & Physiology I & II
Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training
Therapeutic Modalities Skills
Medical Technology
Intro to Biology
Statistical Concepts
Strength & Condition Concepts
Checkpoint 1
Sophomore
Anatomy I & II
Rehabilitation Skills
Therapeutic Exercise in Athletic Training
Assessment of Athletic Injuries
Upper Body Assessment Skills
Lower Body Assessment Skills
Chemistry
Biology
Organic Chemistry
Anatomy & Physiology III
Community Health
Checkpoint 2
GE Non-Western Course
GE Human Expression
Junior
Nutrition for Fitness & Sport
Human Sexuality for Educators
Kinesiology
Clinical & Surgical Rotations
Organization & Administration of Athletic Training Program
Advanced Rehabilitation Skills
Medical Conditions in Athletic Training
Motor Development
Psychology
Personal Health
Advanced Athletic Training
Pharmacology for Athletic Trainers
Adapted Phys. Ed & Rec
Checkpoint 3
Senior
Internship
Health Program Planning
Applied Exercise Physiology
Health Behavior
Intro to Drugs and Alcohol
GE Additional Course (2)
GE Human Behavior

 

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