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    ATR 257 Introduction to Athletic Training (3 hours)

    The study of current principles in the prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care; and treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and illnesses. Offered fall, spring, and summer semesters.

    ATR 258 Clinical Fundamentals in Athletic Training (1 hour)

    The study and practice of clinical skills in the prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care and treatment; and rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and illnesses. Directed observations under the guidance of BOC Certified Athletic Trainers. (students must be enrolled in this course during the semester of AT Professional Program application)

    ATR 272 First Aid, Safety and CPR (2 hours)

    Discussion and practice of skills and techniques in the emergency response to injuries and illnesses. Includes emergency assessment; first aid; cardiopulmonary resuscitation for infants, children and adults; and AED use. Offered fall, spring and summer semesters.

    ATR 310 Integration of Clinical Skills in Athletic Training I (1 hour)

    Acquisition, evaluation, synthesis and application of clinical skills in the prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care and treatment; and rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and illnesses. Clinical experiences under the direct supervision of BOC Certified Athletic Trainers.

    ATR 320 Integration of Clinical Skills in Athletic Training II (1 hour)

    Acquisition, evaluation, synthesis and application of clinical skills in the prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care and treatment; and rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and illnesses with an emphasis on the lower extremity. Clinical experiences under the direct supervision of BOC Certified Athletic Trainers.

    ATR 357 Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis I (3 hours)

    Study of the lower extremity as it relates to the prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care; and treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and illnesses. Offered spring semester.

    ATR 358 Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis II (3 hours)

    Study of the upper extremity as it relates to the prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care; and treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and illnesses. Offered fall semester.

    ATR 360 Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis III (3 hours)

    Study of the head, neck, face, lumbar and thoracic spines, thorax and abdomen as they relate to the prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care and treatment; and rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and illnesses. Offered spring semester.

    ATR 410 Integration of Clinical Skills in Athletic Training III (1 hour)

    Acquisition, evaluation, synthesis and application of clinical skills in the prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care and treatment; and rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and illnesses with an emphasis on the upper extremity and the use of therapeutic modalities in the comprehensive patient care plan. Clinical experiences under the direct supervision of credentialed Preceptors.

    ATR 420 Integration of Clinical Skills in Athletic Training IV (1 hour)

    Acquisition, evaluation, synthesis and application of clinical skills in the prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care and treatment; and rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and illnesses with an emphasis on the head, neck, face, thorax, abdomen and spine and the use of therapeutic exercises in the comprehensive patient care plan. Clinical experiences under the direct supervision of credentialed Preceptors.

    ATR 430 Integration of Clinical Skills in Athletic Training V (1 hour)

    Acquisition, evaluation, synthesis and application of clinical skills in the prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care and treatment; and rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries and illnesses with an emphasis on acute and chronic medical conditions and their pharmacologic management within a well-organized athletic training program. Clinical experiences under the direct supervision of credentialed Preceptors.

    ATR 453 Applied Clinical and Research Skills in Athletic Training (3 hours)

    Acquisition, evaluation, synthesis and application of clinical, research and teaching skills in athletic training with an emphasis on clinical question development and the incorporation of evidence based practice in resolving clinical questions and developing and implementing patient care plans. Clinical experiences under the direct supervision of allied medical and medical professionals in a range of patient care settings. Offered summer semester.

    ATR 454 Organization and Administration of Athletic Training Programs(3 hours)

    Current theories, methods and techniques in the organization and administration of athletic training programs. Offered fall semester.

    ATR 455 Pharmacology and Pathology in Athletic Training (3 hours)

    The study of acute and chronic illnesses and their response to, and impact on, physical activity. Discussion of pharmacologic agents used in athletic training. Offered fall semester.

    ATR 456 Rehabilitation Techniques in Athletic Training (3 hours)

    Methods, theories, and techniques in the rehabilitation of injuries. The clinical evaluation and diagnosis of injuries relative to rehabilitation. Offered spring semester.

    ATR 457 Therapeutic Modalities in Athletic Training (3 hours)

    Current theories, methods, and techniques in the application of therapeutic modalities during the treatment and rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries. The clinical evaluation and diagnosis of injuries relative to therapeutic modalities. Offered fall semester.

    ATR 458 Seminar in Athletic Training (3 hours)

    Discussion of current issues in athletic training with an emphasis on research and the application of current research to the practice of athletic training. Writing proficiency is required for a passing grade in this course. Such proficiency includes the ability to write coherent, logical and carefully edited prose. Offered spring semester.

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