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Athletic Training Fundamentals
Athletic trainers play an integral role in the health and well-being of physically active individuals.
- Entrance into the program is by selective admission
- Core curriculum includes:
- Medical terminology
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Care and prevention of athletic injuries
- Therapeutic Modalities
- Advanced Athletic Injury Management
- Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation
- General medical aspects
- Clinical experiences
Professional Preparation
You will receive the skills and clinical proficiencies required to successfully sit for the Board of Certification examination and the state of Ohio licensure examination.
- Program accredited through Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)
Our Faculty
- Have extensive clinical experience with backgrounds in high school, collegiate, and sports medicine settings
- Are innovative and interactive using state of the art facilities
- Use multimedia technology to enhance classroom and laboratory learning
Akron Advantage
Clinical Experience
Ohio requires 800 hours of documented, athletic training experience under the direct supervision of a certified athletic trainer to qualify for state licensure.
- You will be provided a variety of difference clinical instructors and clinical experiences, including:
- Male/female gender sports
- Contact sports
- Collision sports
- In-season/off-season sports
- Team/individual sports
- Field experience can be completed at any of UA's affiliate allied health settings:
- Akron General Medical Center
- Summa Health Systems
- Physical Therapy Center for Family PT
Real-world Experience
You can expand your knowledge and skills by working at one of the college-operated centers:
- Area affiliated high schools
- Summit Orthopedic
- UA Health Services for general illness
- UA Strength and Conditioning
- Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Athletic Training Student Organizations
- The University of Akron Athletic Training Student Organization
- Ohio Athletic Training Association
- Great Lakes Athletic Training Association
- National Athletic Training Association
Curriculum Guide
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Career Opportunities
Degrees and Preparation
A degree in athletic training paves the way for careers as:
- High school athletic trainers
- College/university athletic trainers
- Industrial athletic trainers
- Sports Medicine clinic athletic trainers
- Medical sales
- Strength and conditioning specialists
Athletic trainers work in a variety of settings:
- Colleges and universities
- High schools
- Professional sports organizations
- Hospitals or clinics
- Athletic and fitness facilities
- Industrial settings
Career Outlook
Opportunities in the field of athletic training are growing, particularly as the population ages, and trends for preventative health and wellness continue to be a national concern.
Career Center
The Career Center creates links among students, alumni and local professionals. You will have access to:
- Career Resource Library
- Co-op/internships through Career Advantage Network
- Computer stations for resume writing and employment research
- UA Career Fairs
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