HEALTH, EXERCISE AND REHABILITATIVE SCIENCES

Health Promotion
Exercise and Rehabilitative Science

Course Descriptions

Maxwell Hall, Room 361 (507-457-2600)
www.winona.edu/hers/
Shellie Nelson (Chairperson)

FACULTY

Dawn Anderson, Professor; B.A., University of Minnesota-Morris; M.S., Iowa State University; Ph.D., Ball State University, Muncie (IN); 1992 –
Phillip Appicelli, Associate Professor; B.A., College of St. Scholastica; M.A., Ph.D., Kent State University; 1998 –
Gail Grimm, Professor; B.S., University of Wisconsin-Platteville; M.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison; Ph.D., University of Arkansas -
Fayetteville; 1989 –
Gary Kastello, Professor; B.S., University of Wisconsin-La Crosse; M.A., Ball State University; Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; 1997 –
Sang-Min Kim, Assistant Professor; B.A., M.A., Ed.D., University of Northern Iowa; 2005 –
Jason LaSuzzo, Assistant Professor; B.S., University of Louisiana-Monroe; M.Ed., University of Louisiana-Monroe; Ph.D., University of Alabama,
Tuscaloosa; 2007 –
Connie Mettille, Assistant Professor; B.S., Winona State University; M.S., University of Wyoming; 2001 –
Shellie Nelson, Professor; B.S., Winona State University; M.S., University of Wisconsin-La Crosse; Ed.D., Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota; 1988 –
Kyle Poock, Assistant Professor; Baseball Coach; B.S., M.S., Winona State University; 1995 –
Peter Sternberg, Associate Professor; B.A., University of Kent at Canterbury (UK); RGN, London Hospital, UK; Post-Graduate Diploma Health Ed.,
University of London; Ph.D., Leeds Metropolitan University, UK; 2002 –
Brian Zeller, Associate Professor; B.S., University of Wisconsin-La Crosse; M.S., Indiana State University; Ph.D., University of Kentucky; 2000 –

PURPOSE

The Department of Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences is committed to preparing competent, entry-level exercise physiologists, health educators, athletic trainers, and students well-prepared for graduate study. Our goal is to prepare graduates who can serve the needs of Minnesota and the global community. In order to fill this fundamental mission, the faculty:
• Provide instruction in health promotion, exercise science, and clinical sciences.
• Facilitate the professional development of the students through sound instruction, scholarly activity, and demonstrated service.
The department fosters the development of physical, social, emotional, recreational, clinical, and culturally diverse skills to enhance the human behavior and well-being of all populations. The department is committed to the Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education: student-faculty contact, cooperation among students, active learning, prompt feedback, time on task, high expectations, diverse talents and ways of learning.
The Department of Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences (HERS) offers programs leading to the following degrees:
• B.S. Major - Health Promotion
Community Health
School Health
• B.S. Major - Exercise and Rehabilitative Science
Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
Exercise Science
Movement Science
• B.S. Major - Athletic Training

PRE-PROFESSIONAL SEQUENCES
Pre-professional programs are preparatory for graduate degrees at another college or university. Students interested in pursuing graduate degrees in physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician’s assistant, or chiropractic medicine typically choose the Athletic Training major or the Exercise and Rehabilitative Science: Movement Science major. The Movement Science major also prepares students for entry into graduate schools in a movement science field such as biomechanics, kinesiology, exercise physiology, or motor control.
The Department of Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences (HERS) offers pre-physical therapy advising. Dr. Gary Kastello is responsible for advising students interested in these pre-professional programs or graduate study in a movement science field. Students may contact Dr. Kastello at 507-457-5219 (gkastello@winona.edu).
Students majoring in athletic training and interested in pursuing graduate study through completion of pre-professional course sequences should contact Dr. Shellie Nelson at 507-457-5214 (snelson@winona.edu) or Dr. Brian Zeller at 507-457-5575 (bzeller@winona.edu). See page 187 for more information about the pre-professional sequences.

SCHOLARSHIPS
A number of scholarships are available for majors in the Department of Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences. Students should inquire about scholarships early in the academic year. A complete listing explaining the criteria for each scholarship is available in the HERS Department office.

INSURANCE
In academic courses, practica, and internships, HERS majors will be exposed to a wide array of school, clinical, and community experiences that enhance their education. Students participating in these experiences will be assessed a nominal fee each academic year for professional liability insurance. Yearly coverage is secured by an insurance provider determined by the Minnesota Office of Risk Management in cooperation with Minnesota State Colleges and Universities annually on an incident/occurrence and aggregate rate basis.
In addition, student teachers may purchase liability insurance directly from the student chapter of the Education Minnesota Student Program (EMSP). Such policies are available to other majors through their professional organizations. Students should contact their advisor for more information.

PASS/NO CREDIT (P/NC) COURSES
Except for internships, students must take all courses in the major, minor, or options on a grade-only basis. The P/NC option is available to non-majors unless otherwise noted. Courses offered on a pass/no credit only or grade only basis are so designated in the course descriptions.

INTERNSHIPS AND PRACTICA
The department utilizes variable credits for practica (1-5 credit hours) and internships (1-12 credit hours). Each HERS program has minimal credit hour requirements for each internship and/or practicum.

UNIVERSITY STUDIES FLAG REQUIREMENTS
Students may use flag courses to satisfy both University Studies and major requirements. Flag courses will usually be in the student’s major or minor program. The Department of Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences offers the following flag courses in the University Studies Program:
FLAG
Oral #
HERS 328 Behavioral Interventions (3)
HERS 380 Laboratory Methods in Exercise Science (3)
Math/Critical Analysis #
HERS 403 Epidemiology (3)
Writing #
HERS 340 Physiology of Exercise (4)
HERS 350 Program Planning in Health Promotion (3)
HERS 430 Public Health (3)
HERS 445 Medical Aspects of Exercise (3)
Flag courses that can be used to satisfy HERS major/minor requirements are identified in the lists of required courses and electives in this section.
B.S. MAJOR - HEALTH PROMOTION
A student majoring in Health Promotion may choose either School Health or Community Health. Each program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree and can be completed in four years, if the student begins the program during the freshman year. Students completing these degrees will be able to meet the competencies of entry-level health educators and be prepared to pass the exam for Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) certification.

• Upon completion of Health Promotion: School Health, students have the skills and experience necessary to obtain a Minnesota teaching licensure. Students are required to pass the Minnesota PRAXIS test for teaching licensure. Students who complete this degree and pass the PRAXIS test are qualified to teach in the Minnesota public school system grades 5-12.
• Health Promotion: Community Health gives students a thorough grounding in the theory and skills involved in the promotion of public and community health. The degree is designed to provide students with the experience and background they need to be eligible for entry-level jobs as health educators and health promoters in governmental agencies and non-governmental organizations including hospitals, businesses and other health-related organizations such as the American Red Cross, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, and the American Diabetic Society. The degree may also be used as a foundation for post-graduate study and is particularly useful for Master’s degree programs in public health, health promotion, or health education.
The HERS Department encourages its health promotion majors to become members of its academic club, Health Organization for Promotion and Education (HOPE).

B.S. MAJOR - HEALTH PROMOTION - COMMUNITY HEALTH (HPCH)
57 S.H. (Minor Recommended)

Students majoring in Health Promotion: Community Health must complete all requirements of the HERS Department and all the requirements for graduation specified in the academic policies section of this catalog (page 23). It is recommended that all students completing this degree also complete a minor in a health-related field or double major in an area that will complement the health promotion degree. Suggested minors include biology, business administration, chemistry, communication studies, computer science, gerontology, global studies, intercultural communication, management, management information systems, marketing, mass communication, operational management, philosophy, physics, political science, psychology, sociology, Spanish, training and development, or women’s and gender studies. Students must have a 2.50 major GPA to intern and graduate with this degree.
REQUIRED COURSES 57 S.H.
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences - HERS (46 S.H.)
204 Personal & Community Health (3)
288 Health Perspectives (3)
311 Comprehensive School Health Program (3)
312 Community Health (3)
315 Health Promotion Skills (3)
326 Educational Topics/Issues (2)
# 328 Behavioral Interventions (3)
# 350 Programming Planning in Health Promotion (3)
395 Practicum in Health Promotion (3)
# 403 Epidemiology (3)
415 Grant Writing (3)
# 430 Public Health (3)
433 Senior Health Seminar (1)
496 Health Education Internship (10)
Biology - BIOL (8 S.H.)
* 211 Anatomy and Physiology I (4)
* 212 Anatomy and Physiology II (4)
Statistics - STAT (3 S.H.)
110 Fundamentals of Statistics (3)

B.S. MAJOR - HEALTH PROMOTION: SCHOOL HEALTH (HPST)
86 S.H.

Students majoring in Health Promotion: School Health must complete all requirements of the HERS Department, the Education (EDUC) Department, and all the requirements for graduation specified in the academic policies section of this catalog (page 23). Teaching majors must successfully complete all the courses in the Professional Education Sequence in addition to the school health content area. For admission into the Professional Education Sequence, students majoring in health promotion-school health must have both a 2.75 overall GPA and a 2.50 major GPA. For more information about these requirements, refer to the WSU Teacher Education Student Handbook.

REQUIRED COURSES (44 S.H.)
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences - HERS (36 S.H.)
204 Personal & Community Health (3)
288 Health Perspectives (3)
311 Comprehensive School Health Program (3)
312 Community Health (3)
320 Health Education in the Elementary School (3)
321 Health Education in the Middle & Secondary Schools (3)
326 Educational Topics/Issues (2)
# 328 Behavioral Interventions (3)
# 350 Program Planning in Health Promotion (3)
# 403 Epidemiology (3)
415 Grant Writing (3)
425 Organization and Administration of School Health (3)
433 Senior Health Seminar (1)
Biology - BIOL (8 S.H.)
* 211 Anatomy and Physiology I (4)
* 212 Anatomy and Physiology II (4)

ELECTIVES (9 S.H.)
Biology (BIOL): 104, 206, 269
Communication Studies (CMST): 281
Counselor Education (CE): 220, 432
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences (HERS): 205, 354, 431, 490, 496
Nursing (NURS): 260
Physical Education & Sport Science (PESS): 214, 422
Psychology (PSY): 298
Sociology (SOC): 212, 216
Special Education (SPED): 405

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION SEQUENCE
(32-36 S.H.)

Notes:
1. These courses require formal admission to the teacher education program. (See page 91, “Admission to the WSU Teacher Education Program.”)
2. The College of Education plans to restructure some program offerings in 2007-2008. As a result, the content, numbering, and/or credit hours for Professional Education Sequence courses will likely be revised after this catalog goes to print. To obtain the latest course requirements, please refer to the current program sheets, which are available from the department office or online at www.winona.edu/education/advising.

† EDUC 305 Human Development and Learning: Secondary (4)
EDUC 308 Human Relations and Student Diversity (3)
† EDUC 312 Instructional Planning and Assessment: Secondary (3)
‡ EDUC 429 Secondary Reading and Teaching Strategies (4)
EDUC 449 Middle Level Philosophy, Organization and
Interdisciplinary Planning (3)
‡ EDUC 459 The Professional Educator (3)
EDST 465 Student Teaching [Health (5-12) 12 credits] [Health/PE (K-12) 16 credits]
† Courses must be taken together.
‡ Courses must be taken together and the last semester prior to student teaching.

B.S. MAJOR - EXERCISE AND REHABILITATIVE SCIENCE
72 - 81 S.H. (No Minor Required)

A student choosing to major in Exercise and Rehabilitative Science may choose Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, Exercise Science, or Movement Science. Each of these programs leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. The programs in Exercise and Rehabilitative Science have been designed in accordance with the requirements of the leading national organizations: American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
• Students interested in working with cardiac or pulmonary patients in a clinical setting should choose Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation.
• Students interested in exercise and health programming in a variety of settings such as fitness centers, worksite settings, or athletic programs should choose Exercise Science.
• Students interested in pursuing graduate studies in exercise or rehabilitative sciences (such as kinesiology, biomechanics, exercise physiology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician’s assistant, chiropractic medicine) should choose Movement Science. Additional information on exercise science career opportunities can be found at www.acsm.org, www.nsca-lift.org, and www.asep.org.

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
For a checklist of the University’s graduation requirements, see page 23. Specific academic requirements for Exercise and Rehabilitative Science majors are described within each major.

CORE REQUIREMENTS (50 S.H.)
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences - HERS (32 S.H.)
235 Professional Issues in Exercise Science (3)
280 Techniques of Fitness Programming (2)
291 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries (2)
314 Anatomical Kinesiology (3)
# 340 Physiology of Exercise (4)
360 Nutrition for the Physically Active (3)
(Prerequisite: HERS 205)
370 Mechanical Kinesiology (3)
# 380 Laboratory Methods in Exercise Science (3)
389 Strength and Conditioning Principles and Programming (3)
# 403 Epidemiology (3)
# 445 Medical Aspects of Exercise (3)
Physical Education and Sport Science - PESS (3 S.H.)
300 Motor Learning and Development (3)
Biology - BIOL (8 S.H.)
* 211 Anatomy and Physiology I (4)
* 212 Anatomy and Physiology II (4)
Nursing - NURS (4 S.H.)
360 Pharmacology (1)
366 Pathophysiology (3)
Statistics - STAT (3 S.H.)
* 110 Fundamentals of Statistics (3) OR
210 Statistics (3)

EXERCISE AND REHABILITATIVE SCIENCE: CARDIOPULMONARY REHABILITATION (ERCR)
77 S.H.
This clinically focused exercise physiology major has several career-related tracks. Its primary purpose is to prepare students to care for individuals who suffer from cardiovascular and/or pulmonary disease utilizing a therapeutic program of exercise, risk factor reduction and education in a structured rehabilitation setting. A hospital and/or clinic are the primary employers. The curriculum is structured around the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) knowledge, skill, and ability learner outcomes; students are encouraged to sit for the ACSM (Exercise Specialist) certification exam after graduation. Practical clinical experiences in our on-campus cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program and at Community Memorial Hospital (Winona, MN) are required. A 600-hour “capstone” clinical internship is also required when all coursework is complete. The internship site locations are national in scope of placement.
Many students who enter this field choose related allied health tracks for employment as a result of their practical and internship experience. Some further their education in a special clinical field (ultrasonography is one example). Our students are also satisfactorily employed in Stress Testing (nuclear included) labs, catheter labs, patient education positions, community rehabilitation programs, ECG fields, and other cardiovascular related specialties. More information can be obtained from www.acsm.org or www.asep.org/.

Academic graduation requirements include:
• Attain a “C” or better in all major courses.
• Attain a 2.5 or better overall GPA.

CORE REQUIREMENTS (50 S.H.)
See the list of Core Requirements above.

REQUIRED COURSES (27 S.H.)
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences - HERS (21 S.H.)
344 Electrocardiography (3)
361 Practicum in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (3)
385 Senior Seminar: Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (3)
420 Clinical Exercise Testing and Prescription (4)
497 Internship in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (8)
Nursing - NURS (3 S.H.)
392 Cardiac Risk Prevention (3)
Counselor Education - CE (3 S.H.)
432 Stress Management (3)

EXERCISE AND REHABILITATIVE SCIENCE: EXERCISE SCIENCE (ERES)
76 S.H.
This major prepares students to administer comprehensive health and fitness programs to a variety of clients. Through coursework and other experiences, students learn how to design and administer appropriate strength, power, flexibility, agility, and cardiorespiratory programs based on clients’ goals, needs, and abilities. Students also learn how to administer health appraisals, assess client needs, design and administer appropriate programs such as: smoking cessation, low back, blood pressure, weight control, and nutrition counseling. Employment opportunities include corporate facilities, fitness centers, hospital wellness programs, community centers, or athletic programs.
Students may choose to specialize in areas such as strength training, personal training, nutrition, strength and conditioning with athletes, or working with unique populations through practicum and internship experiences. Upon completion of the degree, students are prepared to sit for American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certification as a Health Fitness Instructor and/or National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist or Certified Personal Trainer.

Academic graduation requirements include:
• Attain a “C” or better in all major courses.
• Attain a 2.5 or better overall GPA.

CORE REQUIREMENTS (50 S.H.)
See page 131 for a list of Core Requirements.

REQUIRED COURSES (26 S.H.)
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences - HERS (23 S.H.)
204 Personal and Community Health (3)
288 Health Perspectives (3)
328 Behavioral Interventions (3)
# 350 Program Planning in Health Promotion (3)
363 Practicum in Exercise Science (3)
499 Internship in Exercise Science (8)
Psychology - PSY (3 S.H.)
* 210 Introduction to Psychological Science (3)

SUGGESTED ELECTIVES
Accounting – ACCT
* 211 Financial Accounting Principles (3)
Biology – BIOL
171 Medical Terminology (1)
172 Medical Terminology (1)
Business Administration – BUSA
291 Legal Environment of Business (3)
Counselor Education – CE
432 Stress Management (3)
Economics and Finance – ECON
* ECON 201 Principles of Microeconomics (3)
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Science – HERS
344 Electrocardiography (3)
420 Clinical Exercise Testing and Prescription (4)
Management – MGMT
315 Principles of Management (3)
Psychology – PSY
* 250 Developmental Psychology (3)
* 298 Health Psychology (3)
420 Abnormal Psychology (3)

EXERCISE AND REHABILITATIVE
SCIENCE: MOVEMENT SCIENCE (ERMS)
96-98 S.H.
This major is designed to meet graduate school entrance requirements in a Movement Science field including biomechanics, exercise physiology, kinesiology, motor learning, physical therapy, occupational therapy, physician’s assistant, or chiropractic medicine. Students should meet early with the advisor to plan their program of study. The course of study provides students with a thorough understanding of areas related to both natural and movement science. Each student is required to develop an appropriate research project; perform data collection; and present the results as a poster presentation, journal article, or research paper.
Students enrolled in the Exercise and Rehabilitative Science: Movement Science major must maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in the Exercise Science core and the Movement Science coursework. If students fail to meet these requirements, they will be put on academic probation and be given one semester to attain the 3.0 GPA. If, after one semester, the student fails to meet the 3.0 GPA, she/he will be dismissed from Movement Science program of study.

CORE REQUIREMENTS (50 S.H.)
See page 131 for a list of Core Requirements.

REQUIRED COURSES (46-48 S.H.)
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences — HERS (7-9 S.H.)
364 Practicum in Movement Science (1-3)
390 Movement Science Research Design (3)
412 Movement Science Research Data Collection (3)
Mathematics and Statistics – MATH (4 S.H.)
* 120 Precalculus (4)
Psychology – PSY (9 S.H.)
* 210 Introduction to Psychological Science (3)
* 250 Developmental Psychology (3)
420 Abnormal Psychology (3)
Physics – PHYS (8 S.H.)
* 201 General Physics I (4)
* 202 General Physics II (4)
Chemistry – CHEM (8 S.H.)
* 212 Principles of Chemistry I (4) AND
* 213 Principles of Chemistry II (4)
Sociology – SOC (3 S.H.)
* 150 Human Society (3)
Biology – BIOL (4 S.H.)
* 241 Basics of Life (4) OR
* 242 Organismal Diversity (4)
Computer Science – CS (3 S.H.)
* 130 Introduction to Basic Programming (3) OR
* 116 Web Technology (3)

SUGGESTED ELECTIVES
Biology – BIOL
209 Microbiology (3)
# 307 Cell Biology Laboratory (1)
# 308 Cell Biology (3)
# 309 Developmental Biology (3)
# 310 Genetics (3)
340 Virology (3)
430 Molecular Biology (3)
431 Molecular Biology/Lab (4)
470 Histology (4)
Chemistry – CHEM
340 Organic Chemistry Survey (4)
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences – HERS
344 Electrocardiography (3)
420 Clinical Exercise Testing and Prescription (4)
Mathematics – MATH
160 Calculus I (4)
161 Calculus Companion (1)

B.S. MAJOR # ATHLETIC TRAINING (AT)
85 S.H.
The Athletic Training major is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). In addition to the academic coursework requirements, students must complete a clinical education experience and fieldwork experiences as assigned by the Director of Athletic Training Education. Students who complete the clinical education and academic requirements of the major are eligible for national certification from the Board of Certification.
Students interested in majoring in Athletic Training must apply to the program, participate in a competitive selection process, and adhere to published retention guidelines. Additional information about the program can be found at www.winona.edu/athletictraining.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Winona State University has a long-standing tradition of graduates who become certified athletic trainers and make positive contributions to the allied health profession of athletic training. While some WSU graduates have secured positions with professional, semi-professional, and Olympic teams, others have qualified for positions as university head athletic trainers, athletic training clinical directors, and clinic-high school athletic trainers. Other graduates have pursued post-graduate study in athletic training, human performance, exercise physiology, physical therapy, physician’s assistant, and chiropractic programs.

CORE REQUIREMENTS (54 S.H.)
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences - HERS (33 S.H.)
204 Personal & Community Health (3)
235 Professional Issues in Exercise Science (3)
280 Techniques of Fitness Programming (2)
314 Anatomical Kinesiology (3)
# 340 Physiology of Exercise (4)
360 Nutrition for the Physically Active (3)
(Prerequisite: HERS 205)
370 Mechanical Kinesiology (3)
# 380 Laboratory Methods in Exercise Science (3)
389 Strength and Conditioning Principles and Programming (3)
# 403 Epidemiology (3)
# 445 Medical Aspects of Exercise (3)
Physical Education & Sport Science - PESS (3 S.H.)
300 Motor Learning and Development (3)
Biology - BIOL (8 S.H.)
* 211 Anatomy and Physiology I (4)
* 212 Anatomy and Physiology II (4)
Nursing - NURS (4 S.H.)
360 Pharmacology (1)
366 Pathophysiology (3)
Statistics - STAT (3 S.H.)
* 110 Fundamentals of Statistics (3) OR
210 Statistics (3)
Psychology – PSY (3 S.H.)
210 Introduction to Psychological Science (3)

REQUIRED ATHLETIC TRAINING COURSES
(31 S.H.)
Health, Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences - HERS 31 S.H.
191 Introduction to Athletic Training (1)
291 Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries (2)
345 Emergency Response for the Professional Rescuer (3)
362 Practicum in Athletic Training (5)
391 Injury Recognition of the Upper Body (3)
392 Injury Recognition of the Lower Body (3)
393 Therapeutic Modalities (3)
491 Therapeutic Treatment and Rehabilitation (3)
492 Administration of Athletic Training (3)
494 Therapeutic Interventions (3)
495 Capstone Clinical Skill Proficiency Lab (2)

SUGGESTED ELECTIVES
Biology – BIOL
171 Medical Terminology (1)
172 Medical Terminology (1)

ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATION PROGRAM
Students accepted in the Athletic Training Program must acquire clinical experiences over a minimum of two and a half academic years as assigned by the Director of Athletic Training Education. These experiences will be on a rotation as described in the WSU Athletic Training Education Handbook. Clinical experiences may be acquired at a variety of settings that include experiences with upper extremity intensive sports, lower extremity intensive sports, equipment intensive sports, and general medical rotations. These experiences will be under the direct supervision of a variety of Approved Clinical Instructors (ACIs), as well as experiences with other types of health care providers. However, the majority of the student’s clinical experiences will be at WSU in a traditional athletic training setting.
Students obtain traditional clinical education experiences with football, hockey, gymnastics, soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball, track, and wrestling. Students have many opportunities to attend team practices and events, travel with teams, attend NCAA Division II post-season competitions, attend orthopedic surgeries, and learn from our team physician on campus and at the clinic or hospital.
Athletic Training majors build on the foundation courses of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, exercise physiology, nutrition, and mechanical kinesiology with specific athletic training education courses. These courses expose the student to CAATE competencies and proficiencies in injury prevention, recognition, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Clinical sites include the athletic training facilities at WSU, Saint Mary’s University, Winona Senior High School, and other area high schools. Students also gain valuable community-based medical experience at Sports and Orthopaedic Specialists; Sport & Spine Physical Therapy Clinic; Rushford Medical Clinic; Winona Area Ambulance Service; Ping Chiropractic and Wellness Center; and Community Memorial Hospital’s Physical Therapy, Emergency, Surgery, and Urgent Care departments.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION INFORMATION
Students who are interested in majoring in Athletic Training should meet with the Director of Athletic Training Education and enroll in HERS 191 (Introduction to Athletic Training), BIOL 211, and BIOL 212 during their first year at WSU. Students enroll in HERS 291 and HERS 314 and begin clinical education experiences during the fall semester of the second year. Applications are due late November each year.

Special Admission
If space is available, a special admission may be held during the summer. Students that have met all academic and clinical learning outcomes should notify the Director of Athletic Training Education that they wish to apply for special admission. Applications and interviews will be due during the last week of July. (Dates and requirements are posted and emailed to all majors.) Students admitted during the summer are expected to participate in all in-service and clinical education opportunities available in August. When the academic year begins, students will join the previous year’s sophomore class to progress through the Athletic Training Education Program.

Application Process
Applications will be rated and ranked, and students will be selected for interview. The selection committee determines the number of students selected from each academic class. This number directly correlates with the number of clinical educators available each year. Each applicant must provide the following:
1. Official Documentation (10 points) should be sent from the following institutions or agencies to the Program Director.
• Winona State University Transcripts: To be considered, students must have a cumulative 2.75 GPA and a 2.75 GPA in the major.
Students must have completed HERS 191, BIOL 211, and BIOL 212. When they apply, students should be enrolled in HERS 291 and
HERS 314 and be progressing appropriately. Other exercise and
rehabilitative science and biology courses will also be evaluated independent of the overall GPA.
• Transfer students must provide official transcripts from all other institutions attended. Transfer students must take HERS 191 at WSU and participate in all application and selection procedures at WSU.
Transfer students must meet all University guidelines given in the
catalog for transfer students and must take HERS 291, 345, 362, 389,
391, 392, 393, 491, 492, 494, and 495 at WSU.
• Proof of First Aid, CPR Certification, or First Responder
Certification.
• Completed Medical Physical (form available from the Director of
Athletic Training Education).
• Completed Technical Standards (form available from Athletic Training Program Director).
• Hepatitis B vaccinations (or declination).
2. Winona State University Observation Hours and Reflective Journal (10 points). Each student will complete observation hours in the WSU Athletic Training Room as required for HERS 191. Each student will compile a typed journal documenting dates, times of field experience, sequence of events, elaboration of significant experiences, and an analysis of the experiences. Students will be given the opportunity to continue their observation hours throughout the first year for a total of no more than 70 hours per year. Students will continue their Reflective Journal in HERS 291.
3. Letters of Recommendation (13 points). Each student is required to provide a total of five letters of recommendation. Two of these letters will be from a Senior Athletic Training Student reflecting the student’s daily interaction in the athletic training room. Three of these letters will be professional letters of recommendation. These letters should be from professionals in the medical, health, or allied health field with whom the student has worked directly through observation hours such that they can reflect the student’s potential to succeed in an allied health profession. These professional letters may also be from professors or instructors reflecting the student’s academic success and potential. Finally, these letters may befrom employers reflecting the student’s maturity, interpersonal skills, and other qualities of a successful allied health care professional.
4. Cover letter and résumé (4 points). The completed application should include a single-spaced essay or cover letter stating the student’s qualifications to be part of the program, why the student wishes to become an athletic trainer, and a summary of what the student can add to the program. A simple one-page resumé should also be included.

WSU Athletic Training Student Retention Competencies
The following academic, clinical, and program compliance requirements apply for athletic training students who have successfully completed the application process and who have been selected to the Athletic Training Education Program. Detailed retention information can be found at http://www.winona.edu/athletictraining.

Academic Requirements
The Director of Athletic Training Education reviews transcripts at the beginning of each semester. Students must:
• Meet WSU graduation standards (page 23)
• Maintain a cumulative WSU GPA not less than 2.75
• Maintain a 2.75 overall GPA in the Athletic Training major
• Attain a “B” or better in all athletic training courses: HERS 191, 291,
345, 362, 391, 392, 393, 491, 492, 494, and 495

Clinical Education Requirements
• Compliance with all objectives, policies and procedures established in the WSU Athletic Training Education Handbook.
• Compliance with the NATA’s Code of Ethics (Athletic Training Education Handbook).
• Compliance with the WSU Student Handbook (Student Rights and Responsibilities published in semester class schedules).
• Compliance with assignments/directions given by the athletic training Approved Clinical Instructors (ACI).
• Demonstration of appropriate clinical skill acquisition paralleling clinical and academic experience level.
• Positive monthly and annual evaluations.
• Satisfactory completion of “Assessment Day” activities.

Detailed requirements are posted on the program’s website at:
www.winona.edu/athletictraining.

Program Compliance
Athletic training students are expected to comply with all academic and clinical guidelines. Athletic training students must act in a mature, responsible manner that will reflect positively on themselves, the Athletic Training Education Program, and the University while performing academic and clinical education. These expectations, due process rights, sanctions, dismissal, appeals, and assistance procedures are clearly outlined in the Athletic Training Education Handbook (see program website www.winona.edu/athletictraining) and covered extensively in HERS 191, Introduction to Athletic Training.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS (HERS)

HEALTH PROMOTION
204 - Personal & Community Health (3 S.H.)
Addresses individual and community health issues. Investigates the dimensions of personal wellness that influence health behavior. Course material covers content, self-assessments and journal entries in relationship to behavioral change. Alcohol, tobacco and/or other drugs with emphasis on prevention strategies are addressed as mandated by Minnesota state law 126.06. Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) have knowledge of basic health content areas; (2) understand journaling and the value of nutrition, exercise and weight management; and (3) know how family history is of value. Grade only. Offered each semester.
288 - Health Perspectives (3 S.H.)
An introduction to health education and health promotion. Analyzes the foundations of the discipline of health education including theories of health education. Explores the theories of behavior change. Investigates the career opportunities in all health education/promotion settings. Introduces professional organizations and certifications for the field of health education including worksite health promotion. Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) understand the many different theories of health, (2) know the history and philosophy of health education/health promotion, and (3) be exposed to several health working documents. Prerequisite: HERS 204. Grade only. Offered each semester.
311 - Comprehensive School Health Program (3 S.H.)
An introduction to the concepts and practice of school health promotion. This course provides students the opportunity to develop their understanding of the factors that influence the promotion of health in schools. The course is designed to help future community health educators and health teachers gain experience in the assessment of school health needs and understand the issues involved in advocating for comprehensive school health and planning school health promotion programs. Prerequisites: HERS 204 and HERS 288. Grade only. Offered fall semester only.
312 - Community Health (3 S.H.)
This course provides students with a foundation in the theory and practice of community health promotion. Students will have the opportunity to develop their understanding of the socio-cultural, political, and economic factors involved in community health. By the end of the course, students will have the theoretical and practical background necessary to enable them to play a coordinating and facilitating role in planning and implementing effective community health promotion initiatives. Prerequisites: HERS 204 and HERS 288. Grade only. Offered spring semester only.
315 - Health Promotion Skills (3 S.H.)
This course gives students the opportunity to learn and practice the skills needed to design health messages and implement health education/promotion programs. These skills include understanding the needs of diverse communities, research methodology, health promotion material design, and health promotion resource management. Prerequisites: HERS 204, HERS 288, and HERS 312. Grade only. Offered yearly.

320 - Health Education in the Elementary Schools (3 S.H.)
Designing Pre-8 educational programs consistent with specified program objectives, includes development of logical scope and sequence plan for an elementary health education program. Applying individual or group learning process methods appropriate to given early childhood, elementary and middle school level learning situations. Proper techniques and skills needed to successfully meet the National Health Education Standards and the Minnesota State Graduation Standards. Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) know the Coordinated School Health Program, (2) apply methodology of Elementary Health Education, and (3) know and understand the process of writing lesson plans. Prerequisite: HERS 204. Grade only. Offered each semester.
321 - Health Education in the Middle & Secondary Schools (3 S.H.)
Future school health professionals will learn the best practices of health curriculum for middle school and secondary students. Students will learn to specify objectives, develop sequential learning activities, create challenging and motivating lessons, and develop a curriculum for middle and/or secondary schools. Students will learn to apply individual and group learning process methods appropriate for middle school and high school students. Students will also learn proper techniques and skills needed to successfully meet the National Health Education Standards and the Minnesota State Graduation Standards. Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) know the Coordinated School Health Program, (2) apply methodology of Middle/Secondary Health Education, and (3) know and understand the process of writing and implementing lesson plans. Prerequisites: HERS 204, HERS 288, and HERS 320. Grade only. Offered each semester.
326 - Educational Topics/Issues (2 S.H.)
In-depth study of current and emerging health topics in health education and promotion. Study of bio-psycho-social issues related to such topics as addiction, sexuality education, and violence prevention. Students utilize computerized health information retrieval systems and access online and other database health information resources. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have an educated position on the most important current public health issues. They will also be able to argue knowledgeably and coherently in support of their position and be able to give accurate information about the issues studied. Prerequisites: HERS 204 and HERS 288. Grade only. Offered each semester.
328 - Behavioral Interventions (3 S.H.)
Application of theories of behavior change to program planning for the secondary student and adult population. Students utilize a wide range of techniques and strategies for community and secondary health education. Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) be able to create, develop and write teaching strategies, (2) learn proper presentation skills, and (3) become advocates for the field of health education/promotion. Prerequisites: HERS 204 and 288; teaching option majors: HERS 320. Grade only. Offered fall semester.
350 - Program Planning in Health Promotion (3 S.H.)
This is a practical course in which students are responsible for undertaking needs assessment research and developing a health promotion program in collaboration with a local business or agency. The course enables students to apply the knowledge and experience gained in lower level courses to real world problems and to further develop their health promotion/health communication skills. Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288; health promotion majors: HERS 311, HERS 312. Grade only. Offered each semester.
395 - Practicum in Health Promotion (1-3 S.H.)
This course gives students practical experience in the implementation of health promotion programs. Students in the course will support the implementation and evaluation of a health promotion program in a community setting. Students may work on projects previously designed during their program planning class, or they may be involved in the implementation and evaluation of a health promotion program designed by another agency. Students are expected to clear their site choice with their onsite supervisor and the course instructor of HERS 350 (Program Planning in Health Promotion) before registering for HERS 395. Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288, 312, 321, 326, 328, 350. Grade only. Offered each semester.
403 - Epidemiology (3 S.H.)
An introduction to basic concepts of epidemiology. Students will study the ways in which disease is transmitted and distributed within populations and develop a working knowledge of basic biostatistics and epidemiological methodology. The course also provides students with an introduction to EPI Info statistical software. Prerequisites for Health Promotion majors: HERS 204, 288; BIOL 211, 212; STAT 110. Prerequisites for non-Health Promotion majors: HERS 204, STAT 110, or instructor’s permission. Grade only. Offered each semester.

415 - Grant Writing (3 S.H.)
An examination of the skills required to locate funding opportunities and write and submit grant applications and reports for health promotion and education programs. This course is designed to help students to gain experience and practice in finding grant money and applying for grants to undertake community health projects. Prerequisites: Students must have senior standing. Grade only. Offered yearly.
425 - Organization and Administration of School Health (3 S.H.)
Organization and administrative aspects of an effective school health education/promotion program pertaining to budgets, personnel, facilities, legal responsibilities, home/school/community communications, and the formulation of practical modes of collaboration among educational settings. Includes the creation and development of scope and sequence as applied to the Minnesota State Graduation Standards and the National Health Standards. Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) understand the policy and procedures required to be an administrator in the area of health education; (2) become knowledgeable regarding curriculum development; and (3) become both an advocate and a resource person for health education, upholding state standards and recommendations. Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288, and 311. Grade Only. Offered yearly.
430 - Public Health (3 S.H.)
This course explores the foundations of public health practices, including health organization/agency structures and specific health concerns of target populations. The course places particular emphasis on the social influences on individual and community health. It examines the reasons for health disparities and explores the problems and the challenges faced by modern public health workers and health promoters. The main goal of the course is to increase students’ understanding and knowledge of public health to inform their future practice as health promoters. Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288, 311, 312, 328, and 403. Grade only. Offered yearly.
431 - Health Issues Workshop (1-3 S.H.)
Explores recent and relevant issues, trends and programming developments in health education/promotion. Designed for teachers, school nurses, school administrators, undergraduates and/or graduate students. Junior or senior standing. May be repeated for credit. Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) create, develop, and oversee the workings of health conferences; (2) professionally represent Winona State University; and (3) be able to work through the evaluation process of conferences and conventions. Offered upon demand.
433 - Senior Health Seminar (1 S.H.)
In-depth school and community health analysis. Review of responsibilities and competencies for entry-level health educators, for Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) credentials and ethical considerations and standards, as outlined by the Society of Public Health Educators. Completion of professional files: resume, the development of a letter of application, professional presentation for interviews, professional portfolios and skills needed to make one marketable. Upon successful completion of this course, students will (1) complete all professional papers (resume, cover letter, references, etc.) that are required by the career and placement center on campus; (2) secure credible references for their file; and (3) develop their working professional portfolio. Prerequisites: HERS 204, 288, 311, 410; BIOL 211 and 212. Recommended prerequisites: HERS 403 and STAT 110. Senior standing. Grade only. Offered yearly.
490 - Independent Study in Health (1-3 S.H.)
Opportunities for undergraduates to work on an advanced health issue, research or with technology/presentation methods. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, preparation of proposed outline, permission of the major advisor and Department chairperson. Grade only. Offered upon demand.
496- Internship in Community Health (10-12 S.H.)
A capstone experience in Community Health to foster the culmination of skills and abilities necessary for the entry level Community Health Educator in a Health agency or organization. Prerequisites: Senior standing, all major coursework completed and approved by the Health Promotion faculty, and instructor’s permission. P/NC.

EXERCISE AND REHABILITATIVE SCIENCE
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. 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.
291 - Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries (2 S.H.)
Prevention, evaluation, treatment and taping of athletic injuries. Lectures, demonstrations, and laboratory experience. Prerequisites: Current first aid certification and either BIOL 211 (for HERS and PESS majors) or PESS 251 (for coaching minors). Grade only. Offered each semester: fall semester for athletic training major only; spring semester for all other majors or minors.
305 - Health, Exercise and Medicine: An International Perspective (3 S.H.)
This course is an interdisciplinary travel program designed to expose students to medicine, health, and exercise in a society outside of the United States. Students will engage in different learning opportunities, including peer group presentations, lectures/discussions from specialists in their field, placement in clinical sites to interact with peers and mentors from the United Kingdom, and hands-on learning experiences in various settings.
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.
344 - Electrocardiography (3 S.H.)
Theory and practice in the interpretation of the electrocardiogram, cardiovascular physiology, and special characteristics of ECGs for certain cardiovascular diseases. Lecture, Lab, ECG case study review. Prerequisites: HERS 340 for HERS majors; BIOL 212 for non-HERS majors. Grade only. Offered fall semester only.
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 emergency caregivers such as policemen, fire department members, park rangers, and other first-line caregivers. 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. Prerequisites: 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. Prerequisites: HERS 205 and 340. Grade only. Offered each semester.
361 - Practicum in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (3 S.H.)
Students will be required to complete three semesters of practicum for one credit hour each semester for a total of 3 S.H. The first practicum will be either second semester of the sophomore year or first semester of the junior year and will be at WSU’s Phase III Cardiopulmonary Laboratory. 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 - Athletic Training Practicum (1-5 S.H.)
Upon successful completion of the application procedure, students will enroll in one semester hour each semester for five semesters in HERS 362. Students will obtain clinical education experience with certified athletic trainers in traditional athletic training settings (university and high school athletic training facilities) and in hospital or clinic settings as scheduled by the Athletic Training Program Director. Students will be evaluated each month and will accomplish designated clinical proficiencies each semester enrolled. Prerequisites: program acceptance, liability insurance, current certification in First Aid and CPR, and instructor’s permission.
363- Practicum in Exercise Science (3 S.H.)
Student will register for 1 credit hour in three separate semesters. The focus will be practical experience as a pre-professional in exercise science, with avariety of in-class and self-directed programming experiences. Prerequisites: HERS 280, instructor’s permission, and current certification in First Aid and CPR. Grade only. Offered each semester.
364 - Practicum in Movement Science (1-3 S.H.)
Practicum experience is designed for student site visits to either a research-oriented university, hospital or clinic, or a private business that performs movement science related measurements. On-site visits may involve shadowing a movement science professional. Additionally, students are required to attend at least one movement science professional meeting or workshop. Specific goals and objectives of the practicum experience will be in writing and agreed upon by the student, faculty advisor, and the contact at the organization where site visits are to be made. The variable credit is determined by the student and advisor based on the requirements of the graduate school to which they intend to apply. Prerequisites: HERS 314, HERS 340, HERS 370, and junior academic standing. Grade only. Offered each semester.
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.
380 - Laboratory Methods in Exercise Science (3 S.H.)
A series of experiments designed to achieve competency in research methods, procedures and instruments typically used in human performance laboratories. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: HERS 235, 340 and STAT 110 or STAT 210. Grade only. Offered each semester.
385 - Senior Seminar: Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (3 S.H.)
Focuses on the analysis of the relationships between concepts in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. Emphasis is placed upon helping students integrate these concepts into their professional procedure via major paper, case studies and special presentations. Prerequisites: Senior standing and instructor’s permission. Offered yearly.
389 - Strength and Conditioning Principles and Programming
(3 S.H.)/lab
This course is designed for students preparing for the 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.
390 - Movement Science Research Design (3 S.H.)
A detailed overview of the research process including discussion of research in movement science, literature review development, statement of the research problem, formulating the methods, writing the results and discussion. Completion of human subjects review committee application forms if needed, and completion of subject informed consent. Additionally, application of frequently used statistical tests including correlation, regression analysis, t-tests, analysis of variance, analysis of covariance, and post-hoc comparisons will be covered. Prerequisites: HERS 314, HERS 340, HERS 370, HERS 380, STAT 210. Grade only. Offered spring semester only.
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. Prerequisites: 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.
412 - Movement Science Research Data Collection (3 S.H.)
The student will complete data collection and statistical analysis on a movement science related research topic. The project will be under the direct supervision of an HERS faculty mentor. Students will use their collected data to write one of the following: poster presentation, research paper, or a journal article. Prerequisites: HERS 314, HERS 340, HERS 370, HERS 380, STAT 210, HERS 390. Grade only. Offered fall semester only.
420 - Clinical Exercise Testing and Prescription (4 S.H.)
Methods, procedures and techniques of functional and diagnostic exercise stress testing will be emphasized. For normal, cardiopulmonary, and other special populations, special consideration is given for contraindications, pharmacological intervention, protocol selection, equipment selection, data interpretation, follow-up procedures and exercise prescription. Lecture and lab. Prerequisites: HERS 344 and 380. Grade only. Offered spring semester only.
445 - Medical Aspects of Exercise (3 S.H.)
Selected topics regarding the science and medicine of sports and exercise participation. Areas to be covered include pharmacological aspects, overtraining and overreaching, the effect of exercise on reproductive function, and particularly exercise for special populations. Prerequisites: HERS 340 and NURS 366. Grade only. Offered each semester.
490 - Independent Study in Exercise Science (1-4 S.H.)
Opportunity for undergraduates to work independently. Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing, preparation of proposed outline and major advisor’s permission. Grade only. Offered each semester.
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. Prerequisites: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 392. Grade only. Offered yearly.
494 - Therapeutic Interventions (3 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. Prerequisites: Athletic training program acceptance; HERS 391, PSY 210.
495 - Capstone Clinical Skill Proficiencies Lab (2 S.H.)
This is a capstone clinical skill acquisition lab course. Students who 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. Prerequisites: Final semester of Exercise and Rehabilitative Science: Athletic Training major with successful completion of all academic, clinical, and program requirements.
497 - Internship in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation (8 S.H.)
A capstone experience to foster the culmination of skills and abilities necessary for the entry-level cardiopulmonary clinical experience physiologist. Six hundred hours of clinical experience are required in the ACSM certified exercise specialist learner outcomes. Internship clinical sites are nationally located and an internship handbook details application, registration, and evaluation procedures. Prerequisites: Senior standing, liability insurance, current CPR and First Aid certification, all major coursework completed, and instructor’s permission. P/NC.
498 - Internship in Athletic Training (4 S.H.)
A capstone experience to foster the culmination of skills and abilities necessary for the entry-level athletic training professional. With an in-depth view of an athletic trainer’s role in the sports medicine clinic with opportunities to interact with physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, other personnel and a diverse patient population under the direct supervision of a BOC-Certified Athletic Trainer. Opportunities for special projects, presentations and viewing surgeries may also be available. An internship handbook details admission, registration, and evaluation procedures. Prerequisites: Senior standing, liability insurance, current CPR and First Aid certification, all major coursework must be completed, and instructor’s permission. P/NC.
499- Internship in Exercise Science (8 S.H.)
A capstone experience in exercise science to foster the culmination of skills and abilities necessary for the entry-level exercise science professional. ACSM and AWHP standards require a full semester of field experience. Prerequisites: Senior standing, liability insurance, current CPR and First Aid certification, all major coursework must be completed, and instructor’s permission. P/NC.