Prospective Student-Athletic Trainers
7/20/2009 1:45:18 AM
The Athletic Training program at Abilene Christian University has been developed to enable student to be eligible for and pass the State of Texas licensure test. To be eligible the student must complete 1800 hours under observation of a Licensed Athletic Trainer. The student must also complete classes as directed by the State of Texas. This program is continually updating and improving the design to increase the knowledge and abilities of the students in the program. This program allows students to observe medical doctors' evaluations and surgeries. The student is able to follow the athletes from the injury to treatment, surgeries and rehab.
Requirements for admission into the ACU Athletic Training program if you intend to pursue Athletic Training:
- Admission to Abilene Christian University.
- Complete Online Application Form.
- Three Letters of Reference
This program will prepare you for athletic training licensure through the Texas Department of Health.
Course Requirements
The Athletic Training program at Abilene Christian University has been developed to enable students to be eligible for and to pass the State of Texas licensure test. Students must also complete classes as directed by the State of Texas. This program is continually updating and improving the design to increase the knowledge and abilities of the students in the program. This program allows students to observe medical doctors' evaluations and surgeries. Students are able to follow athletes from injury to treatment, surgeries and rehab.
First Aid & CPR (EXSC 241)
Anatomy and Physiology (BIO 291/292)
Nutrition (FCS 221)
Exercise Physiology (EXSC 471)
Kinesiology (EXSC 232)
Introduction to Athletic Training (EXSC 240-01)
Athletic Injury Assessment
Therapeutic Modalities & Rehabilitation (EXSC 340-01)
Advanced Strategies of Athletic Training (EXSC 440-01)
Clinical Experience - Texas Department of Health (5 semesters/1800 hrs)
Clinical Supervision
UNIVERSITY SETTING:The State of Texas licensure exam requires a student athletic trainer to have 1800 hours of observation under the supervision of a Licensed Athletic Trainer. The student must also complete classes as directed by the State of Texas. The ACU Athletic Training Program has many different learning settings for its student athletic trainers to experience. There is the traditional university setting where the student athletic trainer observes, receives instruction, and is allowed to practice his/her skills in a controlled environment under the supervision of staff members.
ACTION SPORTSMEDICINE CLINIC: This is a great experience for advanced student athletic trainers because it allows them to experience the workplace and to master the skills that have been taught.
Potential Student Trainer Questionnaire