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BIO-111 Anatomy and Physiology I4 Hours
- An integrated course covering the structure and function of approximately half of the systems in the human body. Organization of the body and principles of support, movement, and control systems will be covered. Prerequisite: Math SAT 400 or above; SAT I 440 or above; ACT 18 or above. Co-requisite: BIO-111L. This course with its co-requisite laboratory fulfills the general education lab science requirement. Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.
BIO-112 Anatomy and Physiology II4 Hours
- A continuation of Anatomy and Physiology I. Stuctures and functions of the cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and urogenital systems will be covered. Prerequisite: BIO-111, passed with a grade of "C-" or above. This course does not count toward a Biology major. Prerequisite: BIO-111. Co-requisite: BIO-112L.Considered an elective in the Biology Minor for Education Majors.
PHE-101 Concepts of Health and Wellness1 Hours
- A study of overall physical fitness and healthy life-style choices. Each student will participate in fitness assessment activities in hope of developing long and short term fitness goals. Required of all students.
PHE-229 Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation1 Hours
- A techniques course leading to certification in Emergency Cardiac Care.
PHE-230 First Aid Basics2 Hours
- A standard first-aid course, taught by the multimedia approach, that includes knowledge and skills needed in emergency care of the injured and ill until medical care can be obtained. Also covers basic life-support techniques for victims of respiratory emergency and cardiac arrest. Qualifying students receive a certificate in first aid.
ATR-195 Introduction to Athletic Training2 Hours
- An introduction into the field of athletic training with attention to the six major practice domains of Certified Athletic Trainers (ATC) and foundational behaviors of professional practice.
ATR-196 Athletic Training Clinical Education Experience I1 Hours
- Provides the rationale for the use of taping and wrapping in athletics, as well as practical experience in applying commonly used taping and wrapping techniques. To be taken in conjunction with ATR-195. Fee assessed for taping materials. This clinical course is taken during prospective athletic training students direct observation clinical rotations. Formal evaluation of student performance during the clinical rotation will occur at the conclusion of the course. Instructor permission only.
ATR-197 Athletic Training Clinical Education Experience II1 Hours
- American Red Cross CPR/AED provides instruction into the development of an Emergency Action Plan and process, universal precautions, and emergency care of athletic injuries. This clinical course is taken during prospective athletic training students direct observation clinical rotations. Formal evaluation of student performance during the clinical rotation will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-199 Athletic Training Practicum I1 Hours
- Overview of the history of the National Athletic Trainers' Association, the qualifications of a certified athletic trainer, the general job responsibilities of a certified athletic trainer, different employment settings, BOC exam requirements, maintaining professional certification and credentials, etc. Practicum I requires a minimum of 42 clinical hours with a formal evaluation of student performance during hour acquisition at the conclusion of the course. Accumulated hours can be used for a prospective athletic training student's application to the athletic training education program. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-220 Therapeutic Modalities3 Hours
- Familiarizes the athletic training student with contemporary physical modalities, therapeutic interventions of acute injuries, appropriate physiology, indications, contraindications, uses, and methods of applications. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-225 Lower Extremity Evaluation and Assessment2 Hours
- An in-depth study of the lower extremity, focuses on the development of clinical evaluation and assessment techniques. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only .
ATR-226 Upper Extremity Evaluation and Assessment2 Hours
- An in-depth study of the upper extremity, focuses on the development of clinical evaluation and assessment techniques. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-231 Advanced Athletic Training2 Hours
- An overview of signs and symptoms of athletic injuries as well as an introduction to clinical decision making through evidence-based practice.
ATR-250 Muscle Testing and Joint Measurement3 Hours
- This course is designed to provide a structure opportunity for students to become knowledgeable in the analysis of osteokinematics and arthrokinematics. Upon completion, students will understand the indications, contraindications, and application of passive, active, resisted range of motion testing as it pertains to joint evaluation. An emphasis will be placed on clinical skills including palpation, reflex testing, manual muscle testing,goniometry, muscle length testing, distinguishing between healthy and dysfunctional joint range of motion, and gait evaluation as it pertains to Athletic Training. The student will participate in a clinical surgical observation rotation during this course. Prerequisite: BIO-111
ATR-296 Athletic Training Clinical Education Experience III1 Hours
- Provides the athletic training student the opportunity to put into practice the theory and practical skills of lower extremity evaluation and assessment. This clinical course is taken during athletic training students upper or lower extremity clinical rotations. Formal evaluation of student performance during the clinical rotation will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-297 Athletic Training Clinical Education Experience IV1 Hours
- Provides the athletic training student the opportunity to put into practice the theory and practical skills of upper extremity evaluation and diagnosis. This clinical course is taken during athletic training students upper or lower extremity clinical rotations. Formal evaluation of student performance during the clinical rotation will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-299 Athletic Training Practicum II1 Hours
- Focuses on disease, disabilities and factors (congenital or acquired) as it relates to an athletes ability to participate in activity. Topics will include, but not be limited to, epilepsy, asthma, loss of extremities, preadolescents and senior athletes, diabetes, skin conditions, etc. Practicum II requires a minimum of 42 clinical hours that are part of the athletic training students general medical clinical rotation. Formal evaluation of student performance during hour acquisition will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-332 Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation I2 Hours
- This course is designed to teach the athletic training student current principles and rationale in designing therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation programs. Prerequisites: BIO-111 and BIO-112.
ATR-333 Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation II2 Hours
- This course is designed to teach the athletic training student how to apply current techniques in therapeutic exercise and rehabilitation as well as utilize technology and equipment that can aid in the recovery of musculoskeletal injuries, conditions and various surgical procedures. Prerequisites: BIO-111 and BIO-112.
ATR-350 Seminar in Athletic Training1 Hours
- Series of professional topics relating to athletic training, involving problem solving, and arranged readings and presentations. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
ATR-396 Athletic Training Clinical Education Experience V1 Hours
- Provides the athletic training student the opportunity to put into practice the theory and practical skills of therapeutic modalities, and application and design of protocols learned in the classroom. This clinical course is taken during athletic training students upper or lower extremity clinical rotations. Formal evaluation of student performance during the clinical rotation will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
ATR-397 Athletic Training Clinical Education Experience Vi1 Hours
- Provides the athletic training student the opportunity to put into practice the theory and practical skills of rehabilitation protocols; and design of strength and conditioning programs. This clinical course is taken during athletic training students upper or lower extremity clinical rotations. Formal evaluation of student performance during the clinical rotation will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
ATR-399 Athletic Training Practicum III1 Hours
- Focuses on all aspects of prevention as it relates, but not limited, to athletic injuries and conditions, liability/legal issues, and facility/equipment issues. Practicum III requires a minimum of 42 clinical hours that are part of the athletic training students equipment intensive clinical rotation. Formal evaluation of student performance during hour acquisition will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-431 Evaluation/Recognition of Injuries/Cond Athletic Injuries2 Hours
- An in-depth study of recognition and management techniques used in the field of sports medicine for musculoskeletal, internal, systemic, and environmental injuries and conditions. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-440 Pharmacology for the Athletic Trainer2 Hours
- This course is designed to guide the athletic training student in the recognition of commonly prescribed medications used by the physically active. Basic information will be presented including effects on exercise and other physiological effects of various types of medications. Use of nutritional supplementation and ergogenic aids, including current NCAA and USOC status, is also addressed. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-450 Senior Seminar in Sports Medicine2 Hours
- This course is designed to prepare the athletic training student for the Board of Certification Examination. The student will be advised on current test taking strategies and job placement preparation. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-492 Administration of Athletic Training2 Hours
- In-depth study of administrative issues affecting the athletic trainer such as budget designs, facility planning, legal aspects of sports medicine, drug testing/drug evaluation, health care administration, and professional development and responsibility. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-495 Athletic Training Practicum IV1 Hours
- Introduction to various areas of health professions research, the development of a research proposal and project, and case study/published journal critiques. Practicum IV requires a minimum of 42 clinical hours that are part of the athletic training students research study. Formal evaluation of student performance during hour acquisition will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Instructor permission only.
ATR-496 Athletic Training Clinical Education Experience Vii1 Hours
- Provides the student the opportunity to put into practice the theory and practical skills of fitting, fabricating and using protective equipment and devices. This clinical course is taken during athletic training students upper or lower extremity clinical rotations. Formal evaluation of student performance during the clinical rotation will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
ATR-497 Athletic Training Clinical Education Experience Viii1 Hours
- Provides the athletic training student the opportunity to put into practice the theory and practical skills relating to counseling and ethical considerations in athletic training. This course will also discuss and research professionally-related issues and concepts in the health care field. Topics are presented by allied health care professionals including, but not limited to, physical therapists, nurse practioners, massage therapists, dentists, physicians, etc. This clinical course is taken during athletic training students upper or lower extremity clinical rotations. Formal evaluation of student performance during the clinical rotation will occur at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
PHE-225 Psychology of Sport and Exercise3 Hours
- The examination of psychological implications for sport, exercise, and injury.
PHE-264 Principles of Strength and Conditioning3 Hours
- This course will introduce students to the principles of strength and conditioning, including muscular strength and endurance, periodization, performance evaluation and program design, and prepare them to sit for the national Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam.
PHE-286 Kinesiology4 Hours
- The investigation and analysis of human movement, that will emphasize the anatomical concepts and physical laws related to joint and muscle action. Relationships between structure and function in accordance with general mechanical laws are also examined. Prerequisites: BIO-111, BIO-111L, BIO-112 and BIO-112L.
PHE-362 Nutrition for Health3 Hours
- Emphasis on the relationship between diet and nutrition to healthful living. Topics include fad diets, nutritional deficiencies, effect on athletic participation, and consumer information.
PHE-370 Biomechanics3 Hours
- The application of mechanical laws and principles to study the effects of internal and external forces acting on a human body including objects that are manipulated by the body. Study of the laws of physics and computations applied to sport motion. Prerequisite: PHE-286.
PHE-374 Physiology of Exercise3 Hours
- The study of the effects of physical exercise upon the circulatory, neuromuscular, respiratory, digestive, and nervous system. Special emphasis is placed upon understanding the immediate and long-range adaptations of the body systems to exercise, limits, and work capacities in relation to age, sex, diet, environmental factors with the nature of activity as related to movement. Prerequisite: BIO-111, BIO-111L, BIO-112, and BIO-112L.

Athletic Training major requirements for graduation:

Complete all athletic training practicum courses along with the credit-hour requirement for those courses.
Become certified in CPR-PR/AED and First Aid and maintain that certification while at IWU.
Experience upper and lower extremity rotations, as well as an equipment-intensive rotation and general medical rotation.
Complete the clinical education instruction plan consistent with the learning-over-time model.

Any questions may be directed to the IWU Athletic Training Education program director:

Adam Thompson, PhD, LAT, ATC
Indiana Wesleyan University
4201 S. Washington Street
Marion, IN 46953-4974
Phone: 765-677-3482
E-mail: adam.thompson@indwes.edu

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