Course Descriptions
HHP 500 ATHLETIC TRAINING TECHNIQUES (3)
Introduction of athletic training skills and techniques such as taping, wrapping, bracing, immobilization, splinting, transporting, non-weight bearing techniques and pre-participation examinations. Includes laboratory experiences.
HHP 511 THERAPEUTIC AGENTS LAB (1)
The student will learn psychomotor skills by applying various therapeutic modalities in a practical environment. Proper SOAP note documentation will be presented to properly record modalities in a clinical setting. Critical thinking skills will be applied by the student in the determination of the frequency and protocol development for each modality technique.
Co-requisite: HHP 512.
HHP 512 THERAPEUTIC AGENTS IN REHABILITATION (3)
Teaches theoretical applications of therapeutic modalities in the treatment of athletic injuries and conditions. Scientific/physiological rationales will be provided along with selection criteria, indications, contraindications and clinical applications.
Co-requisite: HHP 511.
HHP 513 THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE IN REHABILITATION (3)
A classroom and practical study in the appropriate use of therapeutic rehabilitation techniques for athletic injuries, encompassing scientific/physiological rationales, selection criteria, indications/contradictions, clinical applications, and psychological aspects of rehabilitation.
Co-requisite: HHP 516.
HHP 514 ORTHOPAEDIC EVALUATION LAB I (1)
The student will learn psychomotor skills by applying various evaluation techniques for injuries to the lower extremities, pelvis and low back. Detailed anatomy, biomechanics, evaluation, including postural assessment, and immediate care will be discussed for formulating clinical impressions and treatment. Co-requisite: HHP 581.
HHP 515 ORTHOPAEDIC EVALUATION LAB II (1)
The student will learn psychomotor skills by applying various evaluation techniques for injuries to the upper extremeties, thoracic and cervical spine, face and abdomen and thorax. Detailed anatomy, biomechanics, evaluation, including postural assessment and immediate care will be discussed. Co-requisite: HHP 582.
HHP 516 REHABILITATION LAB (1)
The student will learn psychomotor skills by applying various therapeutic exercises in a practical environment. Proper SOAP note docmuentation will be presented to properly record exercises in a clinical setting. Critical thinking skills will be applied by the student in the determination of the frequency and protocol development for each exercise technique. Co-requisite: HHP 513.
HHP 520 CADAVER ANATOMY OF THE TRUNK AND EXTREMITIES (4)
Prosection of human cadavers with emphasis on the musculoskeletal, articular, nervous and vascular systems. Prosection experiences will be supplemented with classroom lectures. The role of anatomical structures as they relate to athletic injury mechanism, evaluation and rehabilitation will be emphasized.
HHP 525 OBSERVATION EXPERIENCE (3)
Supervised off-campus on-the-job learning experience designed to provide students opportunities to observe in a private clinic, educational setting, sports organization involved in athletic health care, emergency room or other related health care settings. Application must be approved one semester in advance.
HHP 526 CLINICAL~INDUSTRIAL ATHLETIC TRAINING (3)
Knowledge and skills that relate to clinical and corporate roles and the rapidly changing nature of administrative responsibilities in the scholastic, collegiate and professional sports settings.
HHP 527 GENERAL MEDICAL ASPECTS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING (3)
An overview of the knowledge, skills, and values that the entry-level athletic trainer must possess to recognize, treat and refer, when appropriate, the general medical conditions and disabilities of athletes and others involved in physical activity.
HHP 531 PROFESSIONAL BEHAVIORS FOR ATHLETIC TRAINERS (3)
Course content will include basic legal and ethical terminology, areas of legal and ethical risks for the athletic trainer, measures to reduce those risks and appropriate professional behavior. Course content will also inlcude basic psychological theories and the psychological aspects of injury and illness.
HHP 537 FOUNDATIONAL CONCEPTS FOR MANAGEMENT OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DYSFUNCTION (3)
This course is designed to provide the graduate athletic training student with knowledge and skills that relate to modification of physiological processes associated with musculoskeletal injury, pain, and tissue repair for the purpose of restoring optimal musculoskeletal function in individuals who engage in physically demanding activities.
HHP 553 ATHLETIC TRAINING PRACTICUM I (3)
The student’s first clinical rotation in the ATEP. Integration of psychomotor skills/clinical proficiencies learned in the didactic component of the program into the clinical setting under the direct supervision (physically present) of an approved clinical instructor (ACI). Administered from a clinical/laboratory; students will learn the professional aspects of athletic training as well as the day-to-day operation of an athletic training facility, including basic record keeping and facility maintenance. The course has a lecture component. Prerequisites: Exercise Physiology, HHP 500 and Permission of ATEP-Director.
HHP 556 RESEARCH METHODS IN EXERCISE SCIENCE AND HEALTH (3)
Sports medicine research, including critical analysis of published research in the field and preparation of a research proposal.
HHP 563 ATHLETIC TRAINING PRACTICUM II (3)
The student’s second clinical rotation in the ATEP. The student will continue to integrate clinical skills learned in the didactic component of the program into the clinical setting under the direct supervision (physically present) of an approved clinical instructor (ACI). This practicum course will be administered from a clinical/laboratory setting on campus. The student will build on skills and responsibilities from Practicum I and will learn and apply psychomotor skills/clinical proficiencies from the NATA Competencies in Athletic Training. This course has a lecture component. Prerequisites: HHP 553 and Permission of ATEP-Director.
HHP 573 ATHLETIC TRAINING PRACTICUM III (3)
The student’s third clinical rotation in the ATEP. Students will be responsible for assisting in the health care of athletes during practices, games, and treatment and rehabilitation under the supervision of an ACI or CI either on campus or at an off-campus affiliate site. The student will apply new skills learned in the didactic component of the program. The student will also build on the psychomotor skills/clinical proficiencies and responsibilities from Practicum II. The course has a lecture component. Prerequisites: HHP 563 and Permission of ATEP-Director.
HHP 581 ORTHOPAEDIC EVALUATION I (3)
A classroom and practical study in clinical evaluation of lower extremity, pelvis and low back injuries and conditions commonly sustained by the physically active. Emphasis is placed on proper evaluation for the purpose of (1) administering first aid and emergency care and (2) making appropriate referrals to physicians for diagnosis and medical treatment. Co-requisite: HHP 514.
HHP 582 ORTHOPAEDIC EVALUATION II (3)
A classroom and practical study in clinical evaluation of upper extremity, thoracic and cervical spine, face, abdomen and thorax injuries and illnesses commonly sustained by the physically active. Emphasis on proper evaluation for the purpose of (1) administering first aid and emergency care and (2) making appropriate referrals to physicians for diagnosis and medical treatment. Co-requisite: HHP 515.
HHP 583 ADVANCED ATHLETIC TRAINING PRACTICUM (3)
The student’s fourth and final clinical rotation in the ATEP. Students will be responsible for assisting in the health care of athletes during practices, games, and treatment and rehabilitation under the supervision of an ACI or CI either on campus or at an off-campus affiliate site. Designed to provide the student with a means to integrate and augment all concepts, skills and knowledge covered in the curriculum. In addition to lecture and clinical proficiency evaluation, much of this course is discussion based and requires the students to be fully participative. The planning, coordination, and supervision of all administrative components of an athletic training program. Administrative/leadership skills will be emphasized. Prerequisites: HHP 527 & HHP 573.
Enables students to conduct independent research. Prerequisites: Admission to candidacy and approval of advisor.
