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The Athletic Training Education Program, that leads to certification as an Athletic Trainer
is being phased out by January 2012. Incoming Freshman can no longer pursue athletic training certification
at this University of Tennessee campus. Please be advised that the remaining courses will be sequenced
to accomodate the students who are currently enrolled in the program to ensure their successful graduation.
This program's administration cannot guarantee successful completion of the program (because of course sequencing) to students attempting to finish by December 2011 who are not currently enrolled in the program. Regular athletic training courses will no longer be offered after the Spring 2011 semester. The Fall 2011 semester will be utilized to complete necessary coursework outside of the athletic training courses.
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Athletic Training
Program Application Process
Athletic Training Student Handbook
Curriculum
Important Athletic Training Links
NATA Foundation Scholarships (70 scholarships at $2,000 each)
HHP Scholarships (4 Freshman and 4 upperclassman scholarships at $1,000 each)
SEATA Scholarships
TATS Scholarship
Welcome to the Athletic Training Education Program. Our home is in the spacious Kathleen and Tom Elam Center. The Elam Center is a multi-purpose facility which has the capacity to seat 6,000 spectators. The center can be arranged to accommodate university classes, indoor tennis matches, concerts, graduation and special events. It is also the home of campus recreation and varsity athletics.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Athletic Training Education Program at the University of Tennessee at Martin is to provide a sound entry-level education across the academic domains, through effective teaching, use of community partners, peer mentoring and field experiences in order to contribute to the advancement of the profession.
Goals
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The program will foster higher order thinking skills in the students.
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The program will develop effective communication skills in the students so that they convey information accurately and professionally.
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The program will provide opportunities for the students to master the affective,cognitive, and psychomotor competencies and proficiencies.
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The program will foster in the student the ability to assimilate prior knowledge and apply it in culminating internship experiences.
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The program will prepare the student for the work force, continuing education, and professional advancement.
- Through self evaluation and alumni feedback the program will continually strive to become an elite athletic training education program.
APPLICATION TO THE ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATION PROGRAM
Program Application Process Appl
The concentration in Athletic Training follows the standards and guidelines of the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) and is a program that leads to the National Athletic Trainers' Association Board of Certification (NATABOC) examination.
The concentration has limited enrollment, and therefore, all students wishing to enter the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) must be admitted to the University and meet the application requirements prior to applying to the ATEP. After completing a minimum of 30 academic hours, including prerequisite coursework, candidates must submit application paperwork and supporting documentation to the Department of Health and Human Performance by June 30 th . Consideration of ATEP applications will occur annually following the June 30 th deadline. Applications will continue to be accepted until the beginning of the Fall semester on a rolling enrollment.
Admission to the ATEP in the subsequent Fall semester is dependent upon the application packet. Candidates to the ATEP will be notified of their application status upon completion of the review process.
Application documents include:
- A completed application ;
- Documentation of overall minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale;
- Documentation of at least 60 hours of experience , volunteer or otherwise, in an athletic training room, or clinic under the direct supervision of a NATABOC Athletic Trainer;
- Philosophical paper outlining his/her beliefs toward the profession;
- Two (2) letters of professional reference;
- Documentation of a minimum of a sophomore status (30 credit hours completed) in the next academic semester
- Completion of Anatomy and Physiology (ZOOL 251 or equivalent) with a grade of "C" or better;
- Completion of Athletic Training Techniques (ATRN 307) with a grade of "C" or better;
- Signed Technical Standards for Admissions Agreement ;
- Proof of a completed Student Health Examination form;
- Proof of immunizations (current Tetanus booster, Hepatitis B series, and annually a TB skin test). Meningococcal disease immunizations are strongly encouraged. (For further information regarding Hepatitis B and Meningococcal disease refer to the Student Health website: http://www.utm.edu/departments/stuhealth/immunization.html)
Upon acceptance into the ATEP students will be required to show proof of professional liability insurance . Students must also maintain a grade of "C" or better in required courses and maintain a GPA of 2.5 to continue in the program. If a student receives a grade lower than a "C", that class may be retaken, however continuation in the ATEP may be suspended until the completion of the course.
Applicants who are not selected for the ATEP will be encouraged to reapply for the program during the next application period.
Athletic Training Student Handbook
This handbook contains important information for the Athletic Training Student. All policies and guidelines for participation in the athletic training education program are outlined in this handbook. Click here to print or review a copy.
Freshman Fall Semester |
Hrs |
ENGL 111- English Composition |
3 |
BIOL 130- Introduction to Cellular Biology and Genetics |
4 |
Humanities Elective |
3 |
3 |
|
NUTR 100 (or above)- Introductory Nutrition |
3 |
Total Hours |
16 |
Freshman Spring Semester |
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Apply to Athletic Training Program at end of semester |
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ENGL 112- English Composition |
3 |
Math 130 ( or above) - The Nature of Mathematics |
3 |
ZOOL 251- Human Anatomy & Physiology |
4 |
3 |
|
Total Hours |
13 |
Sophomore Fall Semester |
|
3 |
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ZOOL 352- Human Anatomy & Physiology |
4 |
3 |
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Humanities Elective |
3 |
1 |
|
Total Hours |
14 |
Sophomore Spring Semester |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
| Humanities Elective | 3 |
4 |
|
| Social and Behavioral Science Elective | 3 |
1 |
|
Total Hours |
16 |
Junior Fall Semester |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
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PHYS 101 - (or above) Physics in Everyday Life |
4 |
1 |
|
Total Hours |
14 |
Junior Spring Semester |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
3 |
|
Fine Arts Elective |
3 |
1 |
|
Total Hours |
16 |
Senior Fall Semester |
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ATRN 402 - Health Care Administration/Professional Development |
3 |
3 |
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| HPER 432- Sport and Exercise Psychology | 3 |
3 |
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ATRN 491- Athletic Training Internship - Pathology |
3 |
Total Hours |
15 |
Senior Spring Semester |
|
3 |
|
3 |
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| HPER 440 - Evaluation in Human Performance | 3 |
| HPER 431- Exercise Testing and Prescription | 4 |
ATRN 492- Athletic Training Internship - Capstone |
3 |
Total Hours |
16 |
- Curriculum Checksheet 2007-2008
- Curriculum Checksheet 2006-2007
- Curriculum Checksheet 2005-2006
- Curriculum Checksheet 2004-2005
- Curriculum Checksheet 2003-2004
- Curriculum Checksheet 2002-2003
- Curriculum Checksheet 2001-2002
- Curriculum Checksheet 2000-2001
- National Athletic Trainers' Association
- Southeast Athletic Trainers' Association
- Tennessee Athletic Trainers Society
- NATA Code of Ethics
- BOC Standards of Professional Practice
- State of Tennessee Code Annotated
- State of Tennessee Rules and Regulations
- UT Martin Intercollegiate Athletics Handbook
- UT Martin Student Handbook
- www.nismat.org/traincor/index.html
- www.csuchico.edu/~sbarker/injury
- sportsdrz.com
- www.sportsmedicine.com/sports-injury.html
- sportsmedicine.about.com/health/sportsmedicine/cs/athletic_training/index.htm
- www.sportsdoc.umn.edu
- www.sportsmedicine.com/anatomy.html
- www.hughstonsports.com
- www.sciencekomm.at/journals/medicine/ortho.html
- www.emedicine.com/sports/contents.htm
- www.sportmed.com/education.html
EOE/Title IX/Section 504/ADA Statement
The University of Tennessee at Martin does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status in provision of education opportunities or employment opportunities and benefits. UT Martin does not discriminate on the basis of sex or disability in the education programs and activities which it operates, pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as codified in 42 U.S.C. 2000D; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Pub. L. 92-318; the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Pub. L. 101-336; and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act. This policy extends to both employment by and admission to the university.