191 - Introduction to Athletic Training (1 S.H.)
In-depth view of the Certification requirements, WSU Program Handbook, policies, procedures, selection and retention requirements, as well as athletic training room observation and journal. Prerequisite: Department approval required. Grade only. Offered each semester.
205 - Nutrition for Lifetime Wellness (3 S.H.)
Introduction of basic nutritional concepts and their application to lifetime wellness. Topics of study will include nutrition standards, nutrients, weight management, eating disorders, life cycle nutrition, and disease prevention. A personal dietary analysis is also included. Offered each semester.
235 - Professional Issues in Exercise Science (3 S.H.)
Introductory course for professional socialization and role development, including communication and assessment skills. Ethical issues and professionalism also are discussed. Grade only. Offered each semester.
280 - Techniques of Fitness Programming (2 S.H.)
Practical experiences in the assessment of health-related fitness components and the knowledge to design training programs for improvement of these factors. Grade only. Offered each semester.
292- Principles of Athletic Training (3 S.H.)
Prevention, evaluation, treatment and taping of athletic injuries. Lectures, demonstrations and laboratory experience. Prerequisites: BIO 211 or PER 251 (for non-Physical Education/Exercise Science majors) and first aid certification for non-Physical Education/Exercise Science majors. Grade only.
293 Clinical Practice I (2 S.H.)
This course is the first of a series, which provides Athletic Training majors with integrated clinical education experiences with Approved Clinical Instructors in traditional athletic training settings. Students will also complete level-specific skill and professional behavior modules, in addition to review and completion of 2nd assessments of clinical skills learned in HERS 291 & 292.
314 - Anatomical Kinesiology (3 S.H.)
The structure and function of the human body will be systematically studied as it applies to human movement, exercise and sport. Prerequisites: BIOL 211 and 212 or equivalent. Grade only. Offered each semester.
340 - Physiology of Exercise (4 S.H.)
Major physiological systems of the human body and their responses to acute and chronic exercise. Energy systems of exercise, physiological support systems, exercise prescription, and methods of physical training are addressed. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: BIOL 212 with grade of “C” or higher. Grade only. Offered each semester.
345 - Emergency Response for the Professional Rescuer (3 S.H.)
This course is designed to teach emergency care skills and the accompanying knowledge, which are needed by such emergency care givers such as policemen, fire department members, park rangers, and other first-line care-givers. Upon successful completion of the class, students will be issued American Red Cross “Emergency Care” and “CPR for the professional rescuer” cards. This course will not prepare the student to become an Emergency Medical Technician. Prerequisite: PER 214 or First Aid and CPR certification. Offered yearly.
360 - Nutrition for the Physically Active (3 S.H.)
Nutritional requirements for the active individual and athletes. Topics of study will include carbohydrate, protein, fat, vitamin, mineral and water requirements of active populations, as well as the use of nutritional ergogenic aids for performance enhancement. Prerequisite: HERS 205 and 340. Grade only. Offered each semester.
361 - Practicum in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (2S.H.)
Students will be required to complete three semesters of practicum for one credit hour each semester for a total of 2 S.H. The first practicum will be either second semester of the sophomore year or first semester of the junior year. The second practicum will be completed with Phase II & III patients at Winona Health’s Cardiopulmonary Laboratory. The last practicum will be completed at WSU and provide the student with the opportunity to interpret, apply, and assist in daily operations and client care. Students must possess current American Heart CPR, AED, and First Aid certification
362 - Clinical Practice II (3 S.H.)
This course is the second of a series, which provides Athletic Training majors with integrated clinical education experiences with Approved Clinical Instructors in traditional athletic training settings and general medical settings. Students will also complete level-specific skill and professional behavior modules, in addition to review and completion of 2nd assessments of clinical skills learned in HERS 392 and 345.
365 Clinical Decision Making I (3 S.H.)
This course is the first in a series, which provides students an integrated clinical learning experience with an emphasis on evidence based practice and best practices. Each clinical experience will be with Approved Clinical Instructors in traditional athletic training settings and in General Medical settings. Students will also complete level-specific skill and professional behavior modules, in addition to review and completion of 2nd assessments of clinical skills learned in HERS 391 & 393.
370 - Mechanical Kinesiology (3 S.H.)
Mechanical principles will be systematically studied as they apply to human movement. Application of these principles will be used to understand and improve the efficiency, efficacy, and safety of movement. Prerequisite: HERS 235 and 314. Grade only. Offered each semester.
389 - Strength and Conditioning Principles and Programming (3 S.H.)/lab
This course is designed for students preparing for National Strength and Condition Association's (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) certification or for students wishing to gain additional practical application of exercise science, strength training and programming. The major focus of the course will be on exercise techniques, designing strength and conditioning programs, application of exercise prescription principles and facility management, organization and administrative procedures. Prerequisites: HERS 205, 280, 314, 340, BIOL 211 and BIOL 212. Grade only. Offered each semester.
391 - Injury Recognition of the Upper Body (3 S.H.)
Advanced course in the evaluation and recognition of athletic injuries from the lumbar spine upward. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 191 and HERS 291. Grade only. Offered yearly.
392 - Injury Recognition of the Lower Body (3 S.H.)
Advanced course in the evaluation and recognition of athletic injuries from the lumbar spine down. Lecture and lab. Prerequisite: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 391. Grade only. Offered yearly.
393 - Therapeutic Modalities (3 S.H.)
Exploration of pain theories, inflammation and the injury cycle. Physiological and mechanical theories of therapeutic modalities are defined and the effects of therapeutic modalities on athletic injuries throughout the injury cycle are applied. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: Athletic training program acceptance; BIOL 211 and BIOL 212. Offered yearly.
489 Clinical Decision Making II (3 S.H.)
This course is the second in a series, which provides students an integrated clinical learning experience with an emphasis on evidence based practice and best practices. Each clinical experience will be with Approved Clinical Instructors in traditional athletic training settings and in General Medical settings. Students will also complete level-specific skill and professional behavior modules, in addition to review and completion of 2nd assessments of clinical skills learned in HERS 494 & 389. Grade only.
491 - Therapeutic Treatment and Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries (3 S.H.)
Indications and applications of therapeutic modalities and rehabilitation exercises will be investigated and developed into comprehensive rehabilitation programs. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 340, HERS 370, HERS 389, HERS 392 and HERS 393. Grade only. Offered yearly.
492 - Administration of Athletic Training (3 S.H.)
Designed to prepare athletic training students for the behind-the-scenes duties that are required to ensure that an athletic program is functioning efficiently and properly. Areas covered include liability, budgeting, record-keeping, and other administrative areas. Prerequisite: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 392. Grade only. Offered yearly.
494 - Therapeutic Interventions (4 S.H.)
Anatomical review and discussion of mechanisms, specific injuries, their acute treatment and referral process for conditions relating to the head, face, ear, eye, nose, throat thorax, abdomen, and skin. Intervention techniques for athletes suffering physical, emotional, or psychological illnesses will be discussed. Commonly used drugs, their actions, side effects and action for abuse and testing will also be included. Prerequisite: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 391, PSY 210.
495 - Athletic Training Capstone (3 S.H.)
This is a capstone clinical skill acquisition lab course. Students that have successfully completed the academic and clinical requirements of the Exercise and Rehabilitative Science: Athletic Training major will take this course in the final semester. This course will serve as the final assessment of clinical skill learning over time. Final semester of Exercise and Rehabilitative Science: Athletic Training major with successful completion of all academic, clinical, and program requirements.
