Students gain hands-on experience in athletic training through the completion of clinical education hours. Students are exposed to a variety of healthcare settings and patient populations. Additionally, students' entry-level clinical skills are assessed in accordance with accreditation standards.

To fulfill requirements for non-thesis master's students who need to complete final degree requirements other than coursework during their last semester. This may include such things as a comprehensive examination, oral examination, or foreign language requirement. Students are required to be registered during the semester they graduate.

Students obtain a foundational understanding of local, state, federal, and institutional/organizational laws and regulations pertaining to the delivery of healthcare services. Students apply business principles to the management of financial resources, strategic planning, physical facilities, and sources of risk related to athletic training.

Introduction to the profession of athletic training. Students learn important concepts of patient care related to cultural competence, ethical practice, risk management, and documentation. Additionally, students learn how lifestyle choices can affect patient outcomes.

Foundational understanding of the evaluative procedures related to the face and distal extremities. Perform a complete physical exam of a patient to formulate a clinical diagnosis and treatment plan that is relevant to specific areas of the human body.

Theoretical foundation for the application of therapeutic modalities and therapeutic exercise to establish best practices in patient care. Concepts related to practice patterns, quality assurance, and cost effective healthcare.

Students obtain a foundational understanding of the evaluative procedures related to select general medical conditions and acute conditions, including triaging those that are life-threatening or otherwise emergent. Students are taught to use a variety of techniques to manage acute conditions appropriately.

Students obtain a foundational understanding of a variety of contemporary therapy techniques used for patient care. Students develop and implement intervention strategies for improving or maintaining a patient’s health and quality of life.

Research project to fulfill the degree requirements of the Master of Athletic Training program. Course must be taken twice for a total of six hours.

This course provides students with the theoretical foundation for the application of public health and mental health principles used to establish best practices in patient care. Students also learn concepts related to working within an interdisciplinary healthcare team to evaluate, treat, and support patients with a variety of healthcare concerns.

In this course students are prepared for the BOC exam through a comprehensive review of the athletic training domains. Students are also prepared for a transition to practice by learning issues related to professional development and state/federal healthcare regulations.

Advanced study of the biochemistry of nutrition related to macronutrient and micronutrient synthesis and metabolism. Biochemical structures and pathways involved in conducting nutrition research will be studied.

The study of the relationship between exercise, nutrition and the endocrine system and how this relationship affects exercise performance and good health. The influence of hormonal functions on fluid regulation, immunology, substrate utilization, stress responses, biological rhythms and physical performance will be studied.

Advanced study of the microstructure, function, and metabolism of human muscle with attention to molecular, histochemical, and biochemical assessment methodology used to assess the effects of exercise, training, and/or nutritional interventions on muscle physiology and biochemistry.

Advanced study of the roles of carbohydrate, fat, protein, vitamins, and minerals on exercise, performance, and health. The course focuses on how dietary manipulation of macronutrients and micronutrients affects resting and exercise metabolism, disease prevention, and/or disease management.

Neuromuscular physiology, its relationship to exercise, muscle physiology, energy production, and nerve transmission.

Cardiovascular physiology, its relationship to exercise, cardiovascular structure and function, stress testing, cardiopulmonary system, and cardiovascular disease.

Laboratory experience with tests and measures commonly employed in human performance research laboratories. The selected lab tests are designed not only to reinforce the basic principles learned in the lecture courses but also to teach the basic principles and skills of measurement and evaluation in the field of exercise physiology. Practical experiences include cardiopulmonary assessment, ECG/EMG/EEG, anaerobic power analysis, hemodynamic measurement, liquid biopsy, glucose/lactate analysis and pipetting basics.

Nutritional and physiological principles in the prevention of and the rehabilitation of leisure-sport injuries, including cardiac rehabilitation.

Exercise testing and prescription that emphasizes the necessary preparation for certification by the American College of Sports Medicine.

In this course students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of physical education/coaching; the ability to design, deliver and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national standards appropriate to physical education/coaching; the ability to assess student learning in physical education/coaching; and the ability to apply this knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences.

This course examines the development and application of the research conducted in physical education and coaching settings.

An advanced overview of the role of exercise and training on metabolic pathways, energy production/regulation, signaling, muscle excitation-contraction, metabolism and adaptation focusing on how various biochemical markers can be assessed at rest, during, and following exercise using various biochemical assays and techniques.

The study of the theoretical foundations and research base for physical activity behavior change and exercise adherence. Innovative methods for affecting attitudes, knowledge, and behavior regarding exercise initiation and adherence in individuals and groups will be discussed.

The advanced study of the interrelationships between nutrition and health. Particular attention will be given to the role nutrition plays as a means to enhance health and performance in sport.

Advanced study of obesity including the medical, emotional and psychological conditions that involve weight problems. Effective and age-appropriate weight management techniques will be investigated in terms of the life cycle stage. Current theories, methods, and techniques related to weight loss, weight management, and conducting obesity research will be studied.

Physiological responses and adaptations associated with strength training are covered in conjunction with laboratory demonstrations and specific practical experiences. Mechanical and force/torque/work/power relationships are emphasized in laboratory demonstrations including isokinetic dynamometry, free weights, resistance machines and fundamental Olympic lifts.

The purpose of this course is to address physiological responses and adaptations associated with power, plyometrics, speed and agility which are covered in conjunction with laboratory demonstrations and specific practical experiences based on available scientific research. Practical mastery as well as theoretical understanding is required.

The purpose of this course is to study current scientific principles and procedures relating to periodized strength training and conditioning. Emphasis will be placed on many aspects of periodized training which include but are not limited to the background/history, concepts, variations, and application of periodization models.

A study of the pathophysiology of common heart diseases and other ambulatory sensitive conditions with the concentration in design, implementation and administration of a multidimensional therapeutic exercise prescription approach.

The study of physiological regulation during exercise in stressful environments. The ability of the body to maintain optimal health and fitness during work or exercise in the following conditions will be investigated: heat, high altitude, humidity, air pollution, cold, wind-chill, variations in day length, air ions and hyperbaric conditions.

A course for athletic trainers on advanced manual techniques in sports medicine: proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, joint mobilization, therapeutic massage, myofascial manipulation, muscle energy techniques, and strain/counterstrain techniques are included.

The study of the processes and variables that influence skill acquisition and the mechanisms which are involved in performing coordinated movements. Topics will include principles of human movement behavior, motor learning, motor programs and system dynamics.

Study and application of psychological principles which influence behavior, enhance skill acquisition, and maximize sport performance of athletes, coaches, and others involved in sport.

Investigation of current issues and trends in the fields of Human Performance and Sport Management and how these issues and trends may impact the future.

Developmental theory, investigation and gathering of data, statistical analysis and evaluation, and research reporting as these relate to research in health, human performance, and recreation.

A basic understanding of how experiments are designed and their results are analyzed helps to interpret published findings and is necessary when conducting your research. This course presents principles of experimental design and statistical data analysis, shows how study design and statistics are interrelated, and explains why and how we use statistics in research.

Review of current research on the biomechanics of human movement. Practical experience in the methods of biomechanical research.

Foundational understanding of the evaluative procedures related to the pelvis, shoulder, knee and elbow. Students develop an understanding of specific areas of general medicine. Students learn to perform a complete physical exam of a patient to formulate a clinical diagnosis and treatment plan that is relevant to specific areas of the human body.

Foundational understanding of the evaluative procedures related to the head and spine. Instruction on the procedures used to evaluate, treat, and manage brain injuries. General medical conditions related to the respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological systems are also reviewed.

Students obtain a foundational understanding of the application of therapeutic modalities and therapeutic exercise related to the practice of athletic training. Students learn to use a variety of techniques to create an effective treatment plan for diverse patient populations.

Provides an opportunity for students and doctoral program faculty to discuss current research in kinesiology, exercise nutrition, and health promotion as well as various professional issues (e.g., grant writing, research funding, employment opportunities, teaching techniques, tenure process, presentation methods, etc.) The seminar also provides an opportunity for students to make research proposals and/or presentations.

Opportunities for intensive, in-depth study of areas of health, human performance, or recreation of special professional interest and need to the student. Supervision and support will be given by selected resource persons.

Supervised readings in health, human performance, and recreation. May be repeated once.

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Full-time experience in an agency, corporation, or hospital for on the job training in a professional field. Minimum requirement -- 400 clock hours; and consent of advisor.

Part-time experience in an agency, corporation, or hospital for exposure to various professional areas of employment. May be taken twice. May not be taken if HHPR 5690 is taken. Minimum requirement - 200 clock hours and consent of adviser.

Credit received when thesis approved. A total of six hours will be required.

Provides an opportunity for doctoral students to present and discuss current research in Kinesiology, Exercise Nutrition, and Health Promotion and to help enhance their research development.

This course provides a comprehensive overview of existing and emerging research methods and techniques involved in conducting doctoral research in Kinesiology, Exercise Nutrition, and Health Promotion.

An examination of ethical issues of conduct surrounding research involving human participants in Kinesiology, Exercise Nutrition, and Health Promotion. Ethical principles will be examined from secular constructs and Christian perspectives.

This course provides students with an opportunity to participate in individualized research within the department, university, and/or various collaborative clinical research centers conducting research on specific areas within Kinesiology, Exercise Nutrition and/or Health Promotion. A total of 15 hours of directed research is required for the program.

Supervised research for the completion of the doctoral dissertation and doctoral degree.