Introduction to Sports Medicine

Introduction to Sports Medicine is a one semester class that introduces students to athletic training procedures as they relate to the athlete, physical educator, coach, physical therapist, and athletic trainer. The course includes a history of the athletic training profession, ethics, proper documentation of injuries, taping, and the principles of athletic training. Topics covered in this class include an overview of all aspects of athletic training, prevention and treatment of common athletics-related injuries, as well as general anatomy and physiology review related to sports and athletics.

Course Information

Course Subject
Course Number
CTE 9552
Course Duration
1 Semester
Course Credit
1.0 Practical Arts
Course Fee
$10.00 HOSA Membership
Prerequisite
Medical Foundations CTE 9501, Medical Terminology CTE 9502 and Anatomy and Physiology CTE 9517
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