The Athletic Training program prepares students for careers in the health profession of athletic training. Upon completion of the athletic training degree program students are eligible for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination. Successful completion of the BOC examination leads to national certification and eligibility for state licensure. Athletic Trainers practice under the direction of a physician. Coursework includes; Injury/Illness Prevention and Wellness Protection, Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis, Immediate and Emergency Care, Treatment and Rehabilitation, and Organizational and Professional Health and Well-being. Athletic Trainers practice in a variety of settings, including; secondary schools, colleges, universities, professional sports, sports medicine clinics, military, and industrial.
Students who apply by the Feb. 2, 2017 application deadline and are admitted for the Fall 2017 semester will be the last cohort accepted in the KU undergraduate Athletic Training program.
For more details please see the program's website.
Primary responsibility for meeting graduation requirements rests with the student.
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Complete an approved program with a minimum of 120 credit hours of course work. At least 30 hours must be taken in residence.
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A 2.75 minimum grade-point average for all academic coursework, including transfer hours.
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Minimum grades
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Other general regulations of the School and University, including KU Core Goal requirements.
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Successful completion of clinical experiences.
B.S. in Athletic Training
The KU Athletic Training Program (ATP) prepares students for careers in the health profession of athletic training. Upon completion of the athletic training degree program students are eligible for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination. Successful completion of the BOC examination leads to national certification and eligibility for state licensure. Athletic Trainers practice under the direction of a physician. Coursework includes; Injury/Illness Prevention and Wellness Protection, Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis, Immediate and Emergency Care, Treatment and Rehabilitation, and Organizational and Professional Health and Well-being. Athletic Trainers practice in a variety of settings, including; secondary schools, colleges, universities, professional sports, sports medicine clinics, military, and industrial.
Program Requirements
Prospective athletic training students apply to the School of Education and the Athletic Training Program concurrently each year. Students submit an application by early February for the following fall semester admission. Students generally apply the spring semester of their first year to begin the professional program for the following three years. The KU ATP is a consecutive six semester professional program.
Athletic Training Selective/Limited Admission Policies
Completion of the ATP admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the ATP. The number of students accepted into the program depends on the number of Preceptors available to supervise student clinical experiences. Applicants for admission are ranked by cumulative grade-point average (2.75 minimum), BIOL 240* grade, current grades in HSES 250* and HSES 251* (*minimum grade of “C”) at the time of application, completion of 12 credit hours and currently enrolled in 12 credit hours, and the outcome of an on- campus interview. Selection begins with the highest ranking until all positions are filled.
Athletic Training Transfer Student Policy
KU welcomes transfer students to the athletic training program if the following criteria are met:
•Follow the university’s policy on transfer of credit.
•Meet School of Education admission requirements and be accepted into the school.
•Meet athletic training program admission requirements.
•Be available for an on-campus interview in March.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Requirements | ||
| BIOL 100 | Principles of Biology | 3 |
| BIOL 102 | Principles of Biology Laboratory | 1 |
| BIOL 240 | Fundamentals of Human Anatomy | 3 |
| HSES 250 | Introduction to Athletic Training 1 | 3 |
| HSES 251 | Introduction to Athletic Training Practicum 1 | 1 |
| General Education requirements can be taken prior to admission (44-46) | ||
| BIOL 241 | Human Anatomy Observation Laboratory | 2 |
| BIOL 246 | Principles of Human Physiology | 3 |
| CHEM 130 | General Chemistry I | 5 |
| COMS 130 | Speaker-Audience Communication | 3 |
| ENGL 101 | Composition | 3 |
| ENGL 102 | Critical Reading and Writing | 3 |
| Select one of the following English elective: | 3 | |
| Topics in Reading and Writing: _____ | ||
| Freshman-Sophomore Honors Proseminar: _____ | ||
| Introduction to Fiction | ||
| Introduction to Poetry | ||
| Introduction to the Drama | ||
| Personal and Community Health | ||
| Math requirement: 101 & 103, or 104 or 115 or 121. | 3-5 | |
| College Algebra | ||
| Trigonometry | ||
| Precalculus Mathematics | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| Calculus I | ||
| PHIL 160 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 |
| PHSX 114 | College Physics I | 1-4 |
| PSYC 104 | General Psychology | 3 |
| Any course meeting KU CORE goal 4: LO 2 (Global Awareness) | 3 | |
| Any course meeting KU CORE Goal 3: Arts & Humanities | 3 | |
| Post-Admission Requirements can only be taken after admission and must be taken at KU - no transfer credits allowed (66) | ||
| HSES 305 | Methods of Strength Training and Conditioning | 3 |
| HSES 310 | Research and Data Analysis in Health, Sport, and Exercise Sciences | 3 |
| HSES 330 | Principles of Nutrition and Health | 3 |
| HSES 352 | Therapeutic Modalities 1 | 3 |
| HSES 353 | Athletic Training Practicum I 1 | 2 |
| HSES 354 | Lower Extremity Evaluation 1 | 3 |
| HSES 355 | Athletic Training Practicum II 1 | 2 |
| HSES 369 | Kinesiology | 3 |
| HSES 440 | Applied Sport and Performance Psychology | 3 |
| HSES 456 | Upper Extremity Evaluation 1 | 3 |
| HSES 457 | Athletic Training Practicum III 1 | 2 |
| HSES 458 | General Medical/Pharmacology 1 | 3 |
| HSES 459 | Rehabilitation 1 | 3 |
| HSES 460 | Athletic Training Practicum IV 1 | 2 |
| HSES 461 | Organization and Administration of Athletic Training 1 | 3 |
| HSES 462 | Athletic Training Practicum V 1 | 2 |
| HSES 463 | Senior Capstone in Athletic Training 1 | 2 |
| HSES 464 | Athletic Training Practicum VI 1 | 2 |
| HSES 470 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| HSES 472 | Exercise Physiology | 3 |
| HSES 473 | Clinical Fitness Evaluation Techniques | 3 |
| HSES 480 | Physical Activity and Exercise Management Individuals with Disabilities | 3 |
| HSES elective (300 level or higher) | 3 | |
| HSES elective (300 level or higher) | 3 | |
| 1 | Must earn a grade of a "C" or better. |