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ATR - Athletic Training

ATR 100 Foundations of Athletic Training

Introduction to the profession of athletic training. Exploration of the professional practice for athletic trainers and performance domains.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 150 Introduction to Athletic Training

Introduction to the professions of athletic training. Exploration of the domains of athletic training.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 200 Functional Anatomy for Athletic Trainers

Functional human anatomy focusing on surface anatomy, palpation of anatomical landmarks, and the fundamental principles of human movement for the athletic trainer. Pre/Co-requisite: ATR 100. Recommended: HSC 211.

Credits
3(2-3)

ATR 250 Surface Anatomy I

Functional human anatomy focusing on surface anatomy, palpation of anatomical landmarks, and the fundamental principles of human movement for the athletic trainer. Focus primarily on the lower body. Pre/co- requisite: ATR 150 or HSC 215.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 251 Surface Anatomy II

Functional human anatomy focusing on surface anatomy, palpation of anatomical landmarks, and the fundamental principles of human movement for the athletic trainer. Focus primarily on the trunk and upper body. Prerequisite: ATR 250.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 280 Field Experience in Athletic Training

Content related to the selection process for the Athletic Training major. Student will be assigned a clinical field experience under the supervision of a preceptor. CR/NC Only. Prerequisites: ATR 200; 24 credits; Submission of Athletic Training Application.

Credits
3(Spec)

ATR 300 Therapeutic Intervention

Concepts related to therapeutic modalities and exercise. Prerequisite: ATR 150.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 310 Athletic Training Clinical I

First of four clinical courses. Introduction to clinical education and clinical decision-making. A clinical field experience under the supervision of a preceptor is required. Prerequisite: Selection to the Athletic Training Major. Corequisites: ATR 380, 382.

Credits
1(Spec)

ATR 315 Injury Prevention I

Evidence combined with theoretical application and appropriate selection of preventative devices, which includes various taping, wrapping, and bracing techniques as well as protective equipment. Prerequisite: Selection to the Athletic Training Major. Co-requisites: ATR 310, 380, 382.

Credits
1(Spec)

ATR 320 Athletic Training Clinical II

Second of four clinical courses integrating didactic learning and patient care. A clinical field experience under the supervision of a preceptor is required. Prerequisites: ATR 310, 380, 382. Co-requisites: ATR 381, 383.

Credits
1(Spec)

ATR 340 Athletic Training Field Experience

Content related to the admission into the athletic training graduate program. Athletic training field experience under the supervision of a preceptor. CR/NC Only. Prerequisite: ATR 150.

Credits
2(Spec)

ATR 350 Immediate Care

Concepts related to emergency responses for life-threatening and non- life-threatening conditions. Prerequisite: ATR 150.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 380 Athletic Training Assessment I

Knowledge and skills necessary to conduct a clinical examination, recognize signs/ symptoms and formulate a clinical diagnosis. Focus primarily on the lower extremity musculoskeletal injury. Prerequisites: Selection into the Athletic Training major. Co-requisites: ATR 310, 382.

Credits
3(2-2)

ATR 381 Athletic Training Therapeutics I

Application of therapeutic techniques with primary emphasis on therapeutic modalities. Other topics include tissue healing and pain management. Prerequisite: ATR 380, 382. Co-requisite: ATR 320, 383.

Credits
3(2-2)

ATR 382 Athletic Training Assessment II

Knowledge and skills necessary to conduct a clinical examination, recognize signs/symptoms and formulate a clinical diagnosis. Focus primarily on the upper extremity musculoskeletal injury. Prerequisite: Selection to the Athletic Training Major. Co-requisites: ATR 310, 380.

Credits
3(2-2)

ATR 383 Athletic Training Therapeutics II

Application of therapeutic techniques with primary emphasis on therapeutic exercise. Other topics include goal writing, goniometry, and girth. Prerequisites: ATR 380, 382. Co- requisites: ATR 320, 381.

Credits
3(2-2)

ATR 384 Athletic Training Assessment III

Etiology, evaluation and recognition of illnesses and general medical conditions. Prerequisites: ATR 320, 380, 382. Co-requisites: ATR 390, 394, 430.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 385 Special Topics in Athletic Training

Selected topics/current issues of interest in athletic training not normally included in existing courses. Current course topic is listed in the semester Class Schedule. Repeatable up to 6 credits when content does not duplicate previous topics studied. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: See semester Class Schedule.

Credits
1-6(Spec)

ATR 387 Athletic Training Therapeutics III

Application of manual therapy techniques. Prerequisite: ATR 383.

Credits
3(2-1)

ATR 390WI Seminar in Athletic Training

Exploration of topics in athletic training using evidence-based concepts and principles. Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: ATR 320. Co-requisites: ATR 384, 394, 430.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 394 Pharmacology in Athletic Training

Basic pharmacological principles of common medications used in the treatment of illness and injury encountered in the practice of athletic training. Prerequisites: CHM 120, 127 or 131; ATR 320. Co-requisite: ATR 384.

Credits
2(2-0)

ATR 397 Independent Study in Athletic Training

Student-initiated study guided by a faculty member. Prerequisites: ATR 320; permission of Athletic Training Program Director and Course Instructor; completion of Course Contract document.

Credits
1-3(Spec)

ATR 400WI Research Methods and Evidence Based Medicine

Concepts in health care research and evidence-based medicine. Students will read, critically-appraise, and summarize various types of research in athletic training. Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: ATR 300.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 415 Injury Prevention II

Application and implementation of advanced strength and reconditioning principles for the purpose of injury prevention in athletic training. Prerequisite: ATR 384, 390, 430. Co-requisites: ATR 440, 480.

Credits
1(1-0)

ATR 430 Athletic Training Clinical III

Third of four clinical courses integrating didactic learning and patient care. A clinical field experience under the supervision of a preceptor is required. Prerequisites: ATR 320, 381, 383. Co-requisites: ATR 384, 390, 394.

Credits
1(Spec)

ATR 440 Athletic Training Clinical IV

Last of four clinical courses integrating didactic learning, clinical decision-making and patient care. A clinical field experience under the supervision of a preceptor is required. Prerequisites: ATR 430, 384, 394. Co-requisite: ATR 480.

Credits
1(Spec)

ATR 441 Pre-Internship and Professional Development

Preparation for the AT internship experience; Application process for AT certification and state credentials; Final preparation for the prospective entry-level AT professional. Prerequisites: ATR 390, 430. Co-requisite: ATR 478.

Credits
1(Spec)

ATR 478WI Research Methods in Athletic Training

Introduction to methods of planning, evaluating and conducting research in athletic training. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: ATR 390, 430. Co-requisite: ATR 441.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 480 Health Care Administration in Athletic Training

Prepares athletic training students to administer programs and manage facilities that provide health care services. Prerequisites: ATR 384, 394, 430. Co-requisite: ATR 440.

Credits
3(3-0 )

ATR 481 Athletic Training Practicum

A capstone experience applying athletic training didactic knowledge and clinical skills in a practical 'on the job' environment concurrently with student teaching. Prerequisite: ATR 441. Co-requisite: EDU 458.

Credits
3(Spec)

ATR 482 Athletic Training Internship

A capstone experience applying athletic training didactic knowledge and clinical skills in a practical 'on-the-job' environment. Prerequisite: ATR 441.

Credits
12(Spec)

ATR 500WI Clinical Research I

Planning, evaluating, and conducting research in athletic training. Writing Intensive. Prerequisite: Admission into the Graduate Athletic Training Program.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 585 Special Topics

Exploration of selected topics in the field of athletic training, sports medicine or other health related areas. Topic and prerequisites will be printed in Course Search and Registration materials. Repeatable up to 3 credits with different topics. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Determined specific to the topic presented. See Course Search and Registration.

Credits
1-3(Spec)

Prerequisites

Determined specific to the topic presented. See Course Search and Registration.

Corequisites

None.

Cross Listed Courses

No

ATR 600 Immersive Clinical Education I

The first of two immersive clinical education experiences. Provides a four-week full-time athletic training experience under the supervision of a preceptor. Prerequisite: Admission into the Graduate Athletic Training Program.

Credits
2(Spec)

ATR 605 Injury Prevention I

Evidence combined with theoretical application and appropriate selection of prophylactic, assistive, and restrictive devices, materials, and techniques. Prerequisite: Admission into the Graduate Athletic Training Program.

Credits
2(1-1)

ATR 610 Clinical Education I

First of four clinical education courses exposing students to the clinical education environment and clinical decision-making. Clinical education experience under the supervision of a preceptor. Prerequisites: ATR 600, 605. Co-requisites: ATR 680, 681, 683.

Credits
1(Spec)

ATR 620 Clinical Education II

The second of four clinical education courses integrating didactic learning and patient care. Clinical education experience will be under the supervision of a preceptor. Prerequisite: ATR 610. Co-requisites: ATR 682, 684, 685, 687.
 

Credits
1(Spec)

ATR 680 Assessment I

Knowledge and skills necessary to conduct an examination, formulate a clinical diagnosis, and develop an immediate care plan for lower extremity injuries. Prerequisites: ATR 600, 605.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 681 Therapeutic Modalities

Knowledge, skill, and application of therapeutic modalities for tissue healing and pain management. Prerequisite: ATR 600.

Credits
3(2-1)

ATR 682 Assessment II

Knowledge and skills necessary to conduct an examination, formulate a clinical diagnosis, and develop an immediate care plan for trunk and upper extremity injuries. Prerequisite: ATR 680.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 683 Therapeutic Rehabilitation I

Knowledge and skills related to therapeutic exercise. Other topics include documentation, patient and functional outcomes, girth, and goniometry. Prerequisite: ATR 600.
 

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 684 Assessment III

Knowledge and skills necessary to conduct an examination, formulate a clinical diagnosis, and develop an immediate care plan for head, cervical spine, and environmental injuries. Prerequisites: ATR 680, 683.

Credits
3(3-0)

ATR 685 Therapeutic Rehabilitation II

Application of therapeutic concepts to develop a rehabilitation plan for common musculoskeletal and neurological injuries. Prerequisites: ATR 680, 681, 683.

Credits
3(2-1)

ATR 687 Manual Therapy

Application of manual therapy techniques. Prerequisites: ATR 681, 683.
 

Credits
3(3-0)