Freshman Proficiencies
Sophomore Proficiencies
Junior Proficiencies
Senior Proficiencies
WSU Student Athletic Trainer Clinical Proficiencies
HHP 362 Practicum (1 sem. Hr./4 semesters)
Freshman Proficiencies
Introduction to Athletic Training – HHP191
Risk Management and Injury Prevention
4 - 1A : The student will select and fit the following protective equipment:
a. protective helmet and head gear
4 - 1B : The student will select and fit the following protective equipment:
b. protective shoulder pads
4 - 1D : The student will select and fit the following protective equipment:
d. mouth guard
4 - 1E : The student will select and fit the following protective equipment:
e. rib brace/guard
4 - 1F : The student will select and fit the following protective equipment:
f. prophylactic ankle brace
4 - 1G : The student will select and fit the following protective equipment:
g. prophylactic knee brace
Pharmacology
2 - 1 : Locate the phone number and address of the nearest poison control center and replicate the reporting of a drug overdose or poisoning situation. The report should state the following information:
a. name and location of person making the call
b. name and age of person who has taken the medication
c. name and dosage of the drug taken
d. time the drug was taken
e. signs and symptoms associated with overdose or poison situation, including vital signs
Techniques of Fitness Programming– HHP 280
Risk Management and Injury Prevention
1 - 1A : The student will assess the following:
a. height
1 - 1B : The student will assess the following:
b. weight
2 - 1A : The student will demonstrate the ability to perform and evaluate the results of the following tests:
a. flexibility tests
2 - 1B : The student will demonstrate the ability to perform and evaluate the results of the following tests:
b. strength (repetition) testing
2 - 1C : The student will demonstrate the ability to perform and evaluate the results of the following tests:
c. agility tests
2 - 1D : The student will demonstrate the ability to perform and evaluate the results of the following tests:
d. speed tests
Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries – HHP 291
Risk Management and Injury Prevention
8 - 1 : The student will construct, apply, and remove the following protective devices:
a. bony prominence pad
b. muscle contusion pad
c. soft playing cast (e.g., silicone, thermofoam)
d. hard, immobilization splint or cast (e.g., thermoplastic, plaster, fiberglass)
e. friction pad ("doughnut" pad)
f. checkrein device
9 - 1A : The student will demonstrate the ability to tape, splint, wrap, pad or brace the following joints to limit motions:
a. cervical spine
f. lumbar spine
9 - 1B : The student will demonstrate the ability to tape, splint, wrap, pad or brace the following joints to limit motions:
(Soph Prof)
b. shoulder joint and girdle
c. elbow
d. wrist
e. hand and fingers
9 - 1G : The student will demonstrate the ability to tape, splint, wrap, pad or brace the following joints to limit motions:
g. hip and pelvis
h. knee
i. leg
j. ankle
k. foot and toes
Acute Care of Injuries and Illnesses
1 - 1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to implement an EAP for an activity, setting, or event.
1 - 2 : The student will correctly triage emergency situations.
2 - 1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to
a. manage open and closed wounds
b. apply direct and indirect pressure to control bleeding
c. clean, debride, and protect an open wound
d. apply superficial skin closures
e. properly apply and remove gloves and other personal protective equipment
f. properly dispose of biohazardous waste
g. apply appropriate dressings
h. apply ice, compression, and elevation to an acute sprain, strain, or contusion
3 - 1A : The student will demonstrate the ability to
a. select and apply an appropriate splint to a sprain, strain, fracture, subluxation, and dislocation
3 - 1B : The student will demonstrate the ability to
b. stabilize and spine board or body splint an adult or child with a suspected spinal injury
4 - 1 : The student will evaluate and manage the following:
a. heat exhaustion c. heat stroke
b. heat syncope d. hypothermia
5 - 1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to
a. establish and manage an airway
b. establish and manage an airway in an athlete wearing protective headgear
c. perform CPR on an adult or child with or without a spinal injury
d. use a bag-valve-mask (BVM) on an adult or child for rescue breathing
e. use a protective pocket mask/shield on an adult or child for rescue breathing
6 - 1A : The student will demonstrate the ability to
a. stabilize and transport an adult or child with a head and/or spinal injury
b. stabilize and transport an adult or child with a fracture and/or dislocation
(Soph Prof)
6 - 1C : The student will demonstrate the ability to
c. select, fit, and instruct the patient in the use of crutches
d. select, fit, and instruct the patient in the use of a cane
e. transport an injured adult or child using a manual conveyance technique
6 - 1F : The student will demonstrate the ability to
f. perform two-person CPR
6 - 1G : The student will demonstrate the ability to
g. assist a drowning victim
Injury Recognition of Lower Body – HHP 392
Risk Management and Injury Prevention
1 - 1E : The student will assess the following:
e. limb girth
1 - 1F : The student will assess the following:
f. limb length
4 - 1C : The student will select and fit the following protective equipment:
c. footwear for physical activity
6 - 1 : The student will select range-of-motion exercises and activities for all major muscle groups and their associated joints and instruct a client to perform these exercises. The exercises must include the following body regions and joints:
a. cervical region g. hip and pelvis
b. shoulder: joint and girdle h. knee
c. elbow i. leg
d. wrist j. ankle
e. hand and fingers k. foot and toes
f. lumbar region
Assessment and Evaluation
1 - 1AD : The student will recognize the following postural deviations and predisposing conditions:
a. kyphosis
b. lordosis
c. scoliosis
d. pelvic obliquity
f. hip anteversion and retroversion
1 - 1EK : The student will recognize the following postural deviations and predisposing conditions:
e. tibial torsion
g. genu valgum, varum, and recurvatum
h. rearfoot valgus and varus
i. forefoot valgus and varus
(Soph Prof)
j. pes cavus and planus
k. foot and toe posture
1 - 2A : The student will perform a postural assessment of the following:
a. cervical spine and head
1 - 2B : The student will perform a postural assessment of the following:
b. shoulder
1 - 2C : The student will perform a postural assessment of the following:
c. lumbo-thoracic region
1 - 2D : The student will perform a postural assessment of the following:
d. hip and pelvis
1 - 2E : The student will perform a postural assessment of the following:
e. knee
1 - 2F : The student will perform a postural assessment of the following:
f. ankle, foot, and toes
1 - 3 : The student will identify and classify body types as
a. endomorph
b. ectomorph
c. mesomorph
6 - E9 : administer commonly used special tests to make a differential assessment of the following
a. joint instability (e.g., valgus stress test, varus stress test)
b. inflammatory conditions (e.g., tests for lateral epicondylitis, tests for medial epicondylitis)
c. neuropathy (e.g., Tinel's sign, pronator teres syndrome, pinch grip test)
6 - T1 : obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual of the thorax and lumbar spine.
6 - T2 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with common injuries, illnesses, and predisposing conditions:
a. café au lait macules (spots) h. nerve root compression
b. dislocation or subluxation i sacroiliac dysfunction
c. spina bifida occulta j. scoliosis
d. facet syndrome l. sprain
e. intervertebral disc pathology m. stenosis
f. spinal posture (kyphosis/ lordosis) n step deformity
g. leg length discrepancies o. strain
k. vertebral pathology (e.g., spondylitis, spondylolysis, spondylolisthesis)
6 - T3 : administer active and passive range-of-motion tests using standard qualitative and quantitative techniques for the thoracic and lumbar spine.
(Soph Prof)
6 - T4 : Use manual muscle-testing techniques for the thoracic and lumbar spine.
6 - T5 : administer appropriate sensory and neurological tests for the thoracic and lumbar spine.
6 - T6 : administer functional tests and activity-specific tests for the thoracic and lumbar spine.
6 - T7 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of bony landmarks of the thoracic and lumbar spine.
6 - T8 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of soft tissue of the thoracic and lumbar spine.
6 - T9 : administer commonly used special tests to make a differential assessment of the following:
a. intervertebral disc herniation (e.g., Valsalva's maneuver)
b. neuropathy (e.g., straight leg raise test, well straight leg test, Babinski's reflex test, Oppenheim's gait test, Kernig's sign, Brudzinski sign test, bowstring test, Hoover sign test)
c. vertebral defects (e.g., stork standing test/spondylolisthesis test)
d. joint instability (e.g., spring test)
6 - P1 : obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual for hip/pelivs pathology.
6 - T2 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with common injuries, illnesses, and predisposing conditions:
a. leg length discrepancies j. osteitis pubis
b. hip retroversion k. athletic pubalgia
c. hip anteversion l. bursitis
d. Legg-Calve-Perthes disease m. piriformis syndrome
e. apophysitis n. iliotibial band syndrome
f. slipped capital femoral epiphysis o. contusion
g. dislocation or subluxation p. sprain
h. fracture q. strain
i. stress fracture r. tendonitis
6 - T3 : administer active and passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques and/or a tape measure for the hip/pelvis.
6 - T4 : use manual muscle-testing techniques for the hip and pelivs.
6 - T5 : administer appropriate sensory, neurological, and circulatory tests for the hip and pelvis.
6 - P6 : administer functional tests and activity-specific tests for the hip/pelvis.
6 - P7 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of bony landmarks of the hip/pelvis.
6 - P8 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of soft tissue of the hip and pelvis.
(Soph Prof)
6 - P9 : administer commonly used special tests to make a differential assessment of the following:
a. sacroiliac dysfunction (e.g., Patrick's/FABER, Gaenslen's test, pelvic compression/distraction test)
b. neuropathy (e.g., femoral nerve traction test)
c. neuromuscular pathology (e.g., Trendelenburg test, Thomas test, rectus femoris contracture test, Ober test, Noble's test, piriformis test)
6 - K1 : obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual suffering from knee pathology.
6 - K2 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with common injuries, illnesses, and predisposing conditions:
a. bursitis k. patellar tendon rupture
b. chondromalacia patella l. peroneal nerve contusion or palsy
c. dislocation and subluxation m. popliteal cyst
d. fat pad contusion n. sprain
e. fracture o. strain
f. leg length p. tendonitis
g. meniscal tear q. tibial torsion
h. Osgood-Schlatter disease r. tibiofemoral alignment (e.g., ...)
i. osteochondritis dissecans
j. patellar alignment (e.g., patella alta, patella baja, squinting patella, Q angle)
6 - K3 : administer active and passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques for the knee
6 - K4 : use manual muscle-testing techniques for the knee.
6 - K5 : administer appropriate sensory, neurological, and circulatory tests for the knee.
6 - K6 : administer functional tests and activity-specific tests for the knee
6 - K7 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of bony landmarks of the knee
6 - K8 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of soft tissue of the knee.
6 - K9 : administer commonly used special tests to make a differential assessment of the following:
a. uniplanar stress tests (e.g., valgus stress test, varus stress test, Lachman test, anterior drawer test, posterior drawer test, posterior sag sign)
b. multiplanar (rotational) stress tests (e.g., Slocum test, Hughston's test, lateral pivot shift maneuver)
c. meniscal tears (e.g., McMurray's test, Apley's test)
d. patellofemoral dysfunction (e.g., grind test, apprehension test)
e. intra-extracapsular swelling (e.g., sweep test, ballottable patella)
6 - A1 : obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual suffering from foot, ankle, or leg pathology.
(Soph Prof)
6 - A2 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with the following common injuries, illnesses, and predisposing conditions:
a. overuse injures; b. Achilles tendon rupture; c. compartment syndromes; d. apophysitis; e. dislocation or subluxation; f. foot type/structure; g. fracture; h. deep vein thrombosis; i.
neuroma; j. osteochondritis dissecans; k. sprain; l. strain; m. toe structure/alignment; n. weight-bearing versus non-weight-bearing alignment; o. gait
6 - A3 : administer active and passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques for the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
6 - A4 : use manual muscle-testing techniques for the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
6 - A5 : administer appropriate sensory, neurological, and circulatory tests for the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
6 - A6 : administer functional tests and activity-specific tests for the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
6 - A7 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of bony landmarks for the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
6 - A8 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of soft tissue of the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
6 - A9 : administer the following commonly used special tests to make a differential assessment:
a. compression test e. talar tilt test
b. percussion test f. Thompson test
c. anterior drawer test g. Tinel's sign
d. Kleiger's test h. Homans' sign
Junior Proficiencies: Fall Semester
Nutritional Aspects
1 - 1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to access and recommend nutritional guidelines for the following:
a. pre-participation meal
1 - 1B : The student will demonstrate the ability to access and recommend nutritional guidelines for the following:
b. weight loss
c. weight gain
1 - 1D : The student will demonstrate the ability to access and recommend nutritional guidelines for the following:
d. fluid replacement
1 - 2 : The student will demonstrate the ability to use the nutritional food pyramid.
1 - 3 : The student will demonstrate the ability to access and assess the following nutritional intake values:
a. RDA or equivalency e. vitamin intake
b. protein intake f. mineral intake
c. fat intake g. fluid intake
d. carbohydrate intake
Psychosocial Intervention And Referral
1 - 4 : The student will demonstrate the ability to determine energy expenditure and caloric intake.
Nutritional Aspects
1 - 5 : The student will demonstrate the ability to calculate the basal metabolic rate of energy expenditure.
1 - 6 : Simulate intervention with an individual who has the signs and symptoms of disordered eating.
1 - 7 : Identify proper referral sources for disordered eating.
(Junior Prof Fall)
Lab Methods in Exercise Science – HHP 380
Risk Management and Injury Prevention
1 - 1C : The student will assess the following:
c. blood pressure
1 - 1D : The student will assess the following:
d. pulse
1 - 1H : The student will assess the following:
h. body composition, using a manual skinfold caliper and appropriate formulas
Risk Management and Injury Prevention
6 - 1 : The student will select range-of-motion exercises and activities for all major muscle groups and their associated joints and instruct a client to perform these exercises. The exercises must include the following body regions and joints:
a. cervical region g. hip and pelvis
b. shoulder: joint and girdle h. knee
c. elbow i. leg
d. wrist j. ankle
e. hand and fingers k. foot and toes
f. lumbar region
Assessment and Evaluation
2 - 1A : The student will
a. use standardized record keeping methods (e.g., SOAP, HIPS, HOPS)
b. select and use injury, rehabilitation, referral, and insurance documentation
c. use progress notes
4 - 1A : The student will identify and assess the following:
a. cranial nerves d. deep tendon reflexes
b. dermatomes e. pathological reflexes
c. myotomes
4 - 1B : The student will identify and assess the following:
b. dermatomes d. deep tendon reflexes
c. myotomes e. pathological reflexes
6 - H1 : obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual suffering from a head injury.
6 - H2 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with head injury:
a. amnesia (retrograde or post-traumatic) f. pupil and eye movements
b. levels of consciousness g. pulse
c. orientation (person, time, place orientation) h. blood pressure
(Junior Prof Fall)
d. intracranial hematoma i. Facial postures
e. balance and coordination
6 - H7 : administer appropriate sensory, neurological, and circulatory tests for the head and face
6 - H8 : administer functional tests and activity-specific tests for head and face injuries.
6 - H9 : identify, palpate, and assess the integrity of bony landmarks of the head and face.
6 - H10 : identify, palpate, and assess the integrity of soft tissue of the head and face.
6 - H11 : administer commonly used special tests to make a differential assessment of the following:
a. cranial nerves (e.g., eye motion, facial muscles)
b. cognitive tests (e.g., recall, serial 7s, digit span)
c. cerebellar function (e.g., Romberg’s test, finger-to-nose test, heel-toe walking, heel-to-knee standing)
d. spinal nerve roots (e.g., upper quarter screen)
6 - C1 : obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual suffering from a cervical spine injury.
6 - C2 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with common injuries, illnesses, and predisposing conditions:
a. atrophy e. intervertebral disc herniation
b. dislocation or subluxation f. nerve root compression or stretch
c. vertebral fracture g. ischemia
d. head and neck posture h. torticollis
6 - C3 : administer active and passive range-of-motion tests using quantifiable techniques (e.g., tape measure, goniometer, and inclinometer) for the cervical spine
6 - C4 : use manual muscle-testing techniques for the cervical spine.
6 - C5 : administer appropriate sensory, circulatory, and neurological tests for the cervical spine.
6 - C6 : administer functional tests and activity-specific tests for the cervical spine.
6 - C7 : identify, palpate, and assess the integrity of bony landmark of the cervical spine.
6 - C8 : identify, palpate, and assess the integrity of soft tissue of the cervical spine.
6 - C9 : administer commonly used special tests to make a differential assessment of the cervical spine:
a. nerve root compression (e.g., distraction/compression test, Spurling’s test, shoulder depression test)
b. brachial plexus neuropathy (e.g., brachial tension test, Tinel’s sign)
c. cervical disc herniation (e.g., Valsalva’s maneuver)
d. neurovascular dysfunction (e.g., vertebral artery test) (Junior Prof Fall)
6 - S1 : obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual suffering from a shoulder injury.
6 - S2 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with common injuries, illnesses, and predisposing conditions:
a. atrophy h.positioning (Sprengel's deformity)
b. bursitis i. strain
c. dislocation or subluxation j. scapulohumeral rhythm
d. efficiency of movement k. scapular winging
e. fracture l. step deformity
f. sprain m. symmetry
g. nerve injury n. tenosynovitis and tendonitis
6 - S3 : administer active and passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques for the shoulder.
6 - S4 : use manual muscle-testing techniques for the shoulder
6 - S5 : administer appropriate sensory, neurological, and circulatory tests for the shoulder
6 - S6 : administer functional tests and activity-specific tests for the shoulder
6 - S7 : identify and palpate bony landmarks of the shoulder
6 - S8 : Identify and palpate soft tissue landmarks of the shoulder.
6 - S9 : administer commonly used special tests to make a differential assessment of the following
a. glenohumeral instability (e.g., anterior drawer test, posterior drawer test, relocation test, apprehension test, clunk test, sulcus sign)
b. acromioclavicular instability (e.g., shear test, compression test)
c. rotator cuff impingement/inflammation (e.g., Speed's test, drop arm test, empty can test, impingement test, Hawkins-Kennedy impingement test, Neer impingement test, pectoralis major contracture test)
d. biceps and biceps tendon pathology (e.g., Yergason's test, Ludington's test)
e. thoracic outlet syndrome (e.g., Adson'smaneuver, Allen test, military brace position)
6 - E1 : obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual suffering from elbow pathology.
6 - E2 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with common injuries, illnesses, and predisposing conditions:
a. symmetry h. epicondylitis
b. carrying angle (cubital valgus and varus) i. tenosynovitis and tendonitis
c. dislocation or subluxation j. osteochondritis dissecans
d. fracture k. sprain
e. atrophy l. strain
f. efficiency of movement m. nerve injury
g. bursitis
(Junior Prof Fall)
6 - E3 : administer active and passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques of the elbow.
6 - E4 : use manual muscle-testing techniques of the elbow
6 - E5 : administer appropriate sensory, neurological, and circulatory tests for the elbow.
6 - E6 : administer functional tests and activity-specific tests for the elbow.
6 - E7 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of bony landmarks of the elbow
6 - E9 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of the soft tissue of the elbow.
6 - E9 : administer commonly used special tests to make a differential assessment of the following
a. joint instability (e.g., valgus stress test, varus stress test)
b. inflammatory conditions (e.g., tests for lateral epicondylitis, tests for medial epicondylitis)
c. neuropathy (e.g., Tinel's sign, pronator teres syndrome, pinch grip test)
6 - F1 : obtain the medical history of an ill or injured athlete or other physically active individual suffering a forearm, wrist, or hand pathology.
6 - F2 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with the following
a. fracture (Colles' fracture, Bennett's fracture, carpal fracture ["boxer's fracture"], metacarpal fracture, phalanges fracture)
b. dislocation or subluxation
c. disease states (e.g., clubbed nails, spoon-shaped nails)
d. soft tissue pathology (e.g., sprain, flexor tendon avulsion [jersey finger sign], extensor tendon avulsion [mallet finger], extensor tendon rupture [boutonniere deformity], volar plate rupture [pseudo-boutonniere deformity], Dupuytren's contracture, ganglion, swan neck deformity, trigger finger)
e. neurovascular involvement (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome, bishop's or benediction deformity, ape hand, claw fingers, drop-wrist deformity, Volkmann's contracture)
6 - F3 : administer active and passive range-of-motion tests using standard goniometric techniques for the forearm, wrist, and hand
6 - F4 : use manual muscle-testing techniques for the forearm, wrist, and hand.
6 - F5 : administer appropriate sensory, neurological, and circulatory tests for the forearm, wrist, and hand.
6 - F6 : administer functional tests and activity-specific tests for the forearm, wrist, and hand.
6 - F7 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of bony landmarks for the forearm, wrist, and hand.
6 - F8 : identify, palpate, and interpret the integrity of soft tissue for the forearm, wrist, and hand.
(Junior Prof Fall)
6 - E9 : administer commonly used special tests to make a differential assessment of the following
a. joint instability (e.g., valgus stress test, varus stress test)
b. inflammatory conditions (e.g., tests for lateral epicondylitis, tests for medial epicondylitis)
c. neuropathy (e.g., Tinel's sign, pronator teres syndrome, pinch grip test)
Therapeutic Modalities – HHP 393
Therapeutic Modalities
1 - 1 : The student will perform a physical examination to identify the current inflammatory stage.
1 - 2 : The student will perform a physical examination and interview to identify the indications, contraindications, and precautions to various treatment protocols.
2 - C1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to select the appropriate parameters for and then prepare and apply the following:
a. cold whirlpool treatment e. ice immersion
b. controlled cold therapy unit f. ice massage
c. ice pack g. cryokinetics
d. vapo-coolant spray
2 - H1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to select the appropriate parameters for and then prepare and apply the following:
a. moist heat pack c. contrast bath
b. paraffin treatment d. warm whirlpool treatment
2 - E1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to select the appropriate parameters for and then prepare and apply the following:
a. sensory-level pain control treatment f. muscle atrophy retardation treatment
b. noxious-level pain control treatment g. acute edema treatment
c. motor-level pain control treatment h. muscle splinting/spasm treatment
d. muscle re-education treatment i. iontophoresis treatment
e. muscle pumping treatment
Therapeutic Exercise
2 - E2 : The student will set-up and apply the following types of electrical stimulation units:
a. monophasic stimulator (e.g., high volt stimulation)
b. biphasic stimulator (e.g., Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation [TENS], Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation [NMES])
c. direct current (e.g., iontophoresis)
d. alternating current (e.g., interferential, NMES)
e. multifunction electrical stimulation devices
(Junior Prof Fall)
Therapeutic Modalities
3 - U1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to select the appropriate parameters for and then prepare and apply the following:
a. thermal ultrasound treatment
b. non-thermal ultrasound treatment
c. combination electrical-stimulation/ultrasound treatment
d. phonophoresis treatment
e. indirect application of ultrasound treatment (underwater, bladder)
2 - T1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to select the appropriate parameters for and then prepare and apply the following:
a. mechanical traction
b. manual traction
c. positional traction
2 - I1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to select the appropriate parameters for and then prepare and apply intermittent compression to the upper and lower extremities.
2 - M1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to prepare and apply a massage treatment.
2 - M2 : The student will demonstrate the ability to properly perform the following therapeutic massage strokes:
a. effleurage d. tapotement
b. petrissage e. vibration
c. friction (circular, transverse)
2 - M3 : The student will demonstrate the ability to properly perform the following therapeutic massage strokes:
Junior Proficiencies: Spring Semester
Risk Management and Injury Prevention
5 - 1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to establish repetition maximum tests.
5 - 5 : The student will perform the following tests:
a. upper body strength test d. lower body power test
b. lower body strength test e. upper body muscular endurance test
c. upper body power test f. lower body muscular endurance test
7 - 1A : The student will demonstrate the proper lifting technique for the following exercises:
a. parallel squat g. arm curl
b. heel raises h. triceps extension
c. power clean i. knee curl (flexion)
d. bench press j. knee extension
e. shoulder press k. leg press
f. dead lift
7 - 2 : The student will demonstrate the proper spotting technique for the following exercises:
a. parallel squat d. bench press
b. shoulder press e. power clean
c. dead lift
Therapeutic Exercise
1 - 5 : Exercise to improve muscular power.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct plyometric exercises for the upper and lower extremities.
Risk Management and Injury Prevention
1 - 1G : The student will assess the following:
g. vision using a Snellen eye chart
3 - 1 : a. use a sling psychrometer
b. use a wet bulb globe index
c. interpret and present environmental data for the following conditions: heat; wind; humidity; potential for lightning strike; cold; poor air quality
d. check an activity setting for physical and/or environmental hazards
e. use and interpret weight charts
(Junior Prof Spring)
Assessment and Evaluation
6 - H3 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with eye injuries and illnesses:
a. orbital blowout fracture e. detached retina
b. conjunctivitis f. hyphema
c. corneal abrasion g. stye
d. corneal laceration
6 - H4 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with an ear injury or illness:
a. pinna hematoma ("cauliflower ear") c. otitis externa
b. impacted cerumen d. otitis media
6 - H5 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with nose injury:
a. deviated septum
b. epistaxis
c. nasal fracture
6 - H6 : observe and identify the clinical signs and symptoms associated with jaw, mouth, or tooth injury or illness:
a. gingivitis g. tooth abscess
b. mandibular fracture h. tooth extrusion
c. maxilla fracture i. tooth fracture
d. periodontitis j. tooth intrusion
e. temporomandibular joint dislocation k. tooth luxation
f. temporomandibular joint dysfunction
Pharmacology
1 - 1 : Use the PDR or another drug reference to search for information on the medications commonly prescribed to athletes and others involved in physical activity and to identify the following facts:
a. generic and brand names e. dosing
b. indications for use f. other notes (e.g., banned substance)
c. contraindications g. side (adverse) effects
d. warnings
1 - 2 : Document, or simulate the documentation of, the tracking of medications by recording the following information about the medication:
a. name d. dosage
b. manufacturer e. lot number
c. amount f. expiration date
1 - 3 : Locate the policies-and-procedures manual, identify the section on medications, and replicate the procedures for administering medications to athletes and others involved in physical activity, which include the following:
a. determine type of over-the-counter (OTC) medication to be used according to the physical ailment and established protocols
b. identify the precautions, expiration date, lot number, and dosage for the medication as provided on the package and individual dose packets
(Junior Prof Spring)
c. administer OTC medication by providing verbal and written instruction for its use to the patient and then recording and documenting the administration
3 - 1 : Replicate the following procedures for using an emergency epinephrine injection to prevent anaphylaxis:
a. identify indications for an epinephrine injection
b. demonstrate proper use through verbal and nonverbal instruction
c. identify signs and symptoms that might indicate an allergic reaction to or overdose of epinephrine
d. demonstrate proper storage of epinephrine injectable
e. demonstrate proper disposal of used injection system
3 - 2 : Replicate the following procedures for using an emergency bronchodilator (inhaler) to prevent asthma attacks:
a. identify indications for use of a bronchodilator
b. demonstrate proper use through verbal and nonverbal instruction
c. identify signs and symptoms that might indicate an allergic reaction to or overdose of a bronchodilator
d. demonstrate proper storage of a bronchodilator
General Medical Conditions and Disabilities
1 - 1 : Obtain a basic medical history that includes the following components:
a. previous medical history d. current medication history
b. previous surgical history e. relevant social history
c. pertinent family medical history f. chief medical complaint
1 - 2 : Ascertain body temperature via the following:
a. oral temperature
b. axillary temperature
c. tympanic temperature
1 - 3 : Ascertain the following vital signs:
a. blood pressure b. pulse (rate and quality)
c. respirations (rate and quality)
1 - 4 : Palpate the four abdominal quadrants to assess for the following:
a. guarding and rigidity
b. pain
1 - 5A : Use a stethoscope to identify the following:
a. normal breath sounds
1 - 5B : Use a stethoscope to identify the following:
b. normal heart sounds
1 - 5C : Use a stethoscope to identify the following:
c. normal bowel sounds
1 - 6 : Identify pathological breathing patterns to make a differential assessment for the following respiratory conditions:
a. apnea d. bradypnea
b. tachypnea e. dyspnea
c. hyperventilation f. obstructed airway
1 - 7 : Demonstrate proficiency in the use of an otoscope to examine the nose and the outer and middle ear.
1 - 8 : Measure urine values with Chemstrips (dipsticks)
1 - 91 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
The Skin
[See List]
1 - 92 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
The Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat
a. common cold e. rhinitis
b. conjunctivitis f. sinusitis
c. laryngitis g. tetanus
d. pharyngitis h. tonsillitis
1 - 93 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Respiratory System
a. asthma e. influenza
b. bronchitis f. pneumonia
c. hyperventilation g. upper respiratory infection (URI)
d. hay fever
1 - 94 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Cardiovascular System
a. hypertension d. migraine headache
b. hypertrophic myocardiopathy e. shock
c. hypotension f. syncope
1 - 95 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Endocrine System
a. diabetes c. hypothyroidism
b. hyperthyroidism d. pancreatitis
(Junior Prof Spring)
1 - 96 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Gastrointestinal Tract
a. appendicitis f. gastritis
b. colitis g. gastroenteritis
c. constipation h. indigestion
d. diarrhea i. ulcer
e. esophageal reflux j. irritable bowel syndrome
1 - 97 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Eating Disorders
a. anorexia
b. bulimia
c. obesity
1 - 98 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Sexually Transmitted Diseases/Diseases Transmitted by Body Fluid
a. HIV/AIDS d. genital warts
b. hepatitis e. gonorrhea
c. chlamydia f. syphilis
1 - 99 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Genitourinary Tract and Organs
a. kidney stones e. urinary tract infection
b. spermatic cord torsion f. hydrocele
c. candidiasis g. varicocele
d. urethritis
1 - 910 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Gynecological Disorders
a. amenorrhea d. pelvic inflammatory disease
b. dysmenorrhea e. vaginitis
c. oligomenorrhea
1 - 911 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Viral Syndromes
a. infectious mononucleosis
b. measles
c. mumps (Junior Prof Spring)
1 - 912 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Neurological Disorders
a. epilepsy c. reflex sympathetic dystrophy
b. syncope d. meningitis
1 - 913 : Recognize the signs, symptoms, and predisposing conditions associated with the following diseases and conditions:
Systemic Diseases
a. iron-deficiency anemia
b. sickle cell anemia
c. Lyme disease
Psychosocial Intervention And Referral
1 - 1 : Simulate intervention with an individual who has a substance abuse problem and recommend appropriate referral.
1 - 2 : Simulate a confidential conversation with a health care professional concerning suspected substance abuse by an athlete or other physically active individual.
1 - 3 : Locate the available community-based resources for psychosocial intervention.
2 - 1 : Simulate the following motivational techniques used during rehabilitation:
a. verbal motivation c. imagery
b. visualization d. desensitization
Senior Proficiencies: Fall Semester
Therapeutic Treatment Rehablitation of Athletic Injuries – HHP 491
Risk Management and Injury Prevention
5 - 2 : The student will demonstrate the ability to perform an isokinetic test for the knee and shoulder.
5 - 3 : The student will demonstrate the ability to interpret data obtained from isokinetic testing and to use this information to determine appropriate follow-up care.
5 - 4 : The student will perform isometric tests for the following parts of the body: a. ankle; b. foot/toes; c. knee; d. hip; e. trunk/torso; f. shoulder; g. elbow; h. wrist; i. hand/fingers;
Therapeutic Exercise
1 - 1A : Exercise to improve the range of motion of the upper extremity, lower extremity, trunk, and cervical spine.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following exercises:
a. passive range-of-motion exercises
b. active range-of-motion exercises
c. active-assisted range-of-motion exercises
1 - 1B : Exercise to improve the range of motion of the upper extremity, lower extremity, trunk, and cervical spine.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following exercises:
d. joint mobilization
e. self-mobilizations
1 - 2 : Exercise to improve muscular strength.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct exercises for the following parts of the body using isometric and progressive resistance techniques:
a. lower extremity
b. upper extremity
c. cervical spine
d. trunk and torso
1 - 3U : Exercise to improve muscular endurance.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following exercise modalities:
Upper body
a. aquatic
b. UBE/stationary bicycle
c. physioballs
1 - 3L : Exercise to improve muscular endurance.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following exercise modalities:
(Senior Prof Fall)
Lower Body
a. aquatic
b. stationary bicycle
c. stair
d. physioballs
e. treadmill
1 - 4U : Exercise to improve muscular speed.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following activities:
Upper body
a. reaction drills
1 - 4L : Exercise to improve muscular speed.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following activities:
Lower Body
a. reaction drills
b. sprint work
c. Fartlek training
1 - 5 : Exercise to improve muscular power.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct plyometric exercises for the upper and lower extremities.
1 - 6U : Exercise to improve neuromuscular control and coordination.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following activities:
Upper body
a. PNF patterns
b. rhythmic stabilization
c. double- and single-arm balancing
d. wobble board or balance apparatus
e. weighted-ball rebounding or toss
1 - 6L : Exercise to improve neuromuscular control and coordination.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following activities:
Lower Body
a. PNF patterns
b. proprioception board or balance apparatus
c. incline board
d. Single-leg balancing
1 - 6N : Exercise to improve neuromuscular control and coordination.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following activities:
Neck
a. stabilization
b. postural correction
(Senior Prof Fall)
1 - 6T : Exercise to improve neuromuscular control and coordination.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following activities:
Trunk
a. stabilization
b. postural correction
1 - 7U : Exercise to improve agility.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following activities:
Upper body
a. throwing
b. catching
1 - 7L : Exercise to improve agility.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following activities:
Lower Body
a. Carioca
b. cross-over
c. figure eight (8)
1 - 8U : Exercise to improve cardiorespiratory endurance.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following activities:
Upper body
a. upper-body ergometer
b. stationary bicycle
c. aquatic
d. stair climber
1 - 8L : Exercise to improve cardiorespiratory endurance.
The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct the following activities:
Lower Body
a. bicycle ergometer
b. treadmill
c. stair climber
d. aquatic
1 - 9 : The student will demonstrate the ability to assess joint end point and to select and perform appropriate joint mobilization techniques for the appendicular and axial skeleton, including the following:
a. long-axis distraction
b. appropriate glides (e.g., anterior/posterior, superior/inferior)
1 - 10 : The student will demonstrate the ability to instruct and perform exercises to improve activity-specific skills (running, striking, throwing, catching, swimming, biking, climbing, etc.).
(Senior Prof Fall)
Health Care Administration
1 - 1A : The student will demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
a. calm, reassure, and explain a potentially catastrophic injury to an injured adult or child, athletic personnel, and/or family member.
1 - 1B : The student will demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
b. effectively communicate and work with physicians, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), and other members of the allied health care community and sports medicine team
c. appropriately communicate with athletic personnel and family members
1 - 1D : The student will demonstrate appropriate communication skills.
d. use ethnic and cultural sensitivity in all aspects of communication
e. communicate with diverse community populations
2 - 1 : The student will use contemporary multimedia, computer hardware, and software as related to the practice of athletic training.
3 - 1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to perform record keeping skills with sensitivity to patient confidentiality.
4 - 1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to develop facility design plans that include, but are not limited to, the following components:
a. basic floor plan design
b. facility evacuation
c. basic rehabilitation and treatment area plans
4 - 2A : The student will demonstrate the ability to develop administrative plans that include but are not limited to, the following components:
a. risk management
b. developing policies and procedures
d. addressing facility hazards
5 - 1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to prepare and interpret sample design for scientific research.
1. The student will interpret the following basic literature:
a. case study
b. outcome measurement, including statistical interpretation
c. literature review
Professional Development and Responsibilities
1 - 1 : The student will demonstrate the ability to disseminate injury prevention and health care information.
(Senior Prof Fall)
The student will develop a presentation outline for an athletic training topic. The outline may include, but is not limited to, the following audiences:
a. peer athletic trainers
b. physicians
c. parents
d. athletic personnel
e. general public
f. athletes and others involved in physical activity
1 - 2 : The student will develop a professional resume.