Athletic Training Educational Program
Athletic Training Student Manual 2012-2013
TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 Introduction to Gardner-Webb University and the Profession of Athletic Training The Purpose of Gardner-Webb University...... Page 1 University Policies...... Page 1 Athletic Training Educational Program - Mission Statement...... Page 1 Introduction to the National Athletic Trainer’s Association (NATA)...... Page 1 The National Athletic Trainer’s Association Code of Ethics...... Page 2 Definition of an Athletic Trainer...... Page 3 Section 2 Athletic Training Educational Program (ATEP) A. Introduction...... Page 5 Athletic Training Educational Program Goals...... Page 5 ATS Code of Conduct ...... Page 6 Academic Probation...... Page 7 Suspension...... Page 7 Disciplinary Procedures...... Page 7 Grievance Policy ...... Page 8 B. Admission Policy for ATEP...... Page 9 Transfer Students ...... Page 10 Athletic Training Academic Course Requirements...... Page 11 Grade Requirements of the Major and Minor Course...... Page 11 One Sport Policy ...... Page 11 Additional Costs...... Page 12 Athletic Training Major - Course Listings...... Page 13 Athletic Training Major - Course Sequencing...... Page 14 Athletic Training Major – Suggested Four Year Plan...... Page 15 Athletic Training Major - Course Descriptions...... Page 16 C. Educational Framework and Retention Standards...... Page 18 Program Objectives for Each Level of the ATEP...... Page 21 Graduation Criteria...... Page 24 Attendance...... Page 24 Academic Advising ...... Page 24 Tobacco Use...... Page 25 Sexual Harassment Policy...... Page 25 Section 3 Clinical Education Clinical Education...... Page 26 Clinical Experience ...... Page 26 Assignment of Preceptors...... Page 27 Practice Boundaries and Supervision Status...... Page 27 BreaksPage ...... 27 Request for Voluntary Experience ...... Page 28 Inclement Weather ...... Page 28 Travel ...... Page 28 Evaluations ...... Page 28 Model of Learning Progression ...... Page 31 Assumption of Risk ...... Page 32 Acknowledgement of Insurance Policy...... Page 32 Confidentiality Policy ...... Page 32 Liability Insurance...... Page 32 Dress Code...... Page 32 Communicable Disease Policy...... Page 34 Bloodborne Pathogen Policy...... Page 36 Section 4 Financial Assistance Work-Study...... Page 37 Scholarships...... Page 37 Section 5 Appendices Appendix I Athletic Training Education Program Forms Athletic Training Degree Plan ...... Page 38 Athletic Training Student Manual Agreement ...... Page 40 Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Program Application ...... Page 41 Technical Standards ...... Page 42 Technical Standards Acknowledgment Form ...... Page 44 Communicable Disease and Blood Borne Agreement Form ...... Page 45 Confidentially Agreement ...... Page 46 Assumption of Risk Form...... Page 47 Insurance Policy Form...... Page 48 Athletic Training Student Program Evaluation Form ...... Page 49 Scholarship Announcement...... Page 50 Appendix II Clinical Education Forms Request for Voluntary Clinical Experience Form ...... Page 51 Clinical Experience Syllabus...... Page 52 Clinical Experience Goals & Expectations Form...... Page 56 Real-Time Evaluation Record ...... Page 57 Freshman Observation Hours...... Page 58 Clinical Education Hours...... Page 59 Appendix III Clinical Education Evaluation Forms Athletic Training Observation Student Evaluation...... Page 60 Sophomore Level Clinical Experience Evaluation...... Page 61 Junior Level Clinical Experience Evaluation...... Page 63 Senior Level Clinical Experience Evaluation...... Page 65 Affiliate Site Clinical Experience Evaluation of ATS...... Page 67 Observation Student Preceptor Evaluation ...... Page 68 Preceptor and Clinical Site Evaluation...... Page 70 Appendix IV Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan...... Page 71 Appendix V Athletic Training Student Club Page 77 SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION TO GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY AND THE PROFESSION OF ATHLETIC TRAINING
“Your chances of success in any undertaking can always be measured by your belief in yourself” Robert Collier THE PURPOSE OF GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY Gardner-Webb, a private, Christian, Baptist-related university, provides superior undergraduate and graduate education strongly grounded in the liberal arts. By fostering meaningful intellectual thought, critical analysis and spiritual challenge within a diverse community of learning, Gardner- Webb prepares its graduates to make significant contributions for God and humanity in an ever- changing global community.
UNIVERSITY POLICIES Athletic training students are expected to adhere to any and all university policies while involved with the athletic training educational program. Any university sanctions and penalties will be observed by the Athletic Training Educational Program. Please familiarize yourself with the policies and procedures of the University by reading the Gardner-Webb Undergraduate Catalog, Department of Physical Education Wellness and Sport Studies - Student Handbook and Athletic Training Student Manual.
ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM – MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Educational Program is to provide the highest quality education that is grounded in a Christian set of values to each and every athletic training student regardless of race, age, or gender through quality instruction and hands-on clinical experiences. Each athletic training student will be a well educated critical thinker and actively engaged in the prevention, recognition and evaluation, management/treatment and disposition, rehabilitation, organization and administration, and education and counseling for injuries occurring to athletes and physically active individuals. Upon meeting all graduation requirements and passing the Board of Certification (BOC) examination, ATSs will find themselves prepared for an entry-level position within the profession of athletic training.
INTRODUCTION TO THE NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINER’S ASSOCIATION (NATA) The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) is a not-for-profit organization with more than 30,000 members nationwide. The NATA is committed to advancing, encouraging and improving the athletic training profession through annual meetings, publications, government relations, job referral service and public relations.
The NATA dates back to the late 1930's when efforts were made, primarily by several college and university athletic trainers, to establish a national organization named the NATA. Between 1947 and 1950, university athletic trainers began once again to organize themselves into separate regional conferences, which would later become district organizations within the NATA. In 1950 some 101 athletic trainers from various conferences met in Kansas City, Missouri, and officially formed the NATA. The primary purpose for its formation was to establish professional standards for the athletic trainer.
The NATA to date has been through constant change. A major milestone in the life of the NATA was when it became recognized as an allied health profession by the American Medical Association in 1990. This action gave the NATA greater visibility and enhanced credibility as a health care profession.
Gardner-Webb University’s Athletic Training Educational Program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Accreditation was awarded to Gardner-Webb on October 17, 2003. On August 25th 2009, the Gardner-Webb Athletic 5 Training Educational Program was awarded re-accreditation. In order to be eligible to sit for the BOC exam, students must graduate from an athletic training educational program that is accredited by CAATE.
THE NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINERS’ ASSOCIATION CODE OF ETHICS The Code of Ethics of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association has been written to make the membership aware of the principles of ethical behavior that should be followed in the practice of athletic training. The primary goal of the Code is the assurance of high quality health care. The Code presents standards of behavior that all members should strive to achieve.
The principles cannot be expected to cover all specific situations that may be encountered by the practicing athletic trainer, but should be considered representative of the spirit with which athletic trainers should make decisions. The principles are written generally and the circumstances of a situation will determine the interpretation and application of a given principle and of the Code as a whole. Whenever there is a conflict between the Code and legality, the laws prevail. The guidelines set forth in the Code are subject to continual review and revision as the athletic training profession develops and changes.
The following are a listing of the Code of Ethics as published by the NATA:
PRINCIPLE 1: Member shall respect the rights, welfare and dignity of all individuals. 1.1 Members shall not discriminate against any legally protected class. 1.2 Members shall be committed to providing competent care consistent with both the requirements and limitations of their profession. 1.3 Members shall preserve the confidentiality of privileged information and shall not release such information to a third party not allowed in the patient’s care unless the person consents to such release or release is permitted or required by law.
PRINCIPLE 2: Members shall comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of athletic training. 2.1 Members shall comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws and institutional guidelines. 2.2 Members shall be familiar with and adhere to all National Athletic Trainers’ Association guidelines and ethical standards. 2.3 Members are encouraged to report illegal or unethical practice pertaining to athletic training to the appropriate person or authority. 2.4 Members shall avoid substance abuse and, when necessary, seek rehabilitation for chemical dependency.
PRINCIPLE 3: Members shall maintain and promote high standards in their provision of services. 3.1 Members shall not misrepresent in any manner, either directly or indirectly, their skills, training, professional credentials, identity or services. 3.2 Members shall provide only those services for which they are qualified via education and/or experience and by pertinent legal regulatory process. 3.3 Members shall provide services, make referrals and seek compensation only for those services that are necessary. 3.4 Members shall recognize the need for continuing education and participate in educational activities that enhance their skills and knowledge. 6 3.5 Members shall educate those whom they supervise in the practice of athletic training about the Code of Ethics and stress the importance of adherence. 3.6 Members who are researchers or educators should maintain and promote ethical conduct in research and educational activities.
PRINCIPLE 4: Members shall not engage in conduct that can be construed as a conflict of interest or that reflects negatively on the profession. 4.1 Members should conduct themselves personally and professional in a manner that does not compromise their professional responsibilities or the practice of athletic training. 4.2 National Athletic Trainers’ Association current or past volunteer leaders shall not use the NATA logo in the endorsement of products or services or exploit their affiliation with the NATA in a manner that reflects badly on the profession. 4.3 Members shall not place financial gain above the patient’s welfare and shall not participate in any arrangement that exploits the patient. 4.4 Members shall not, through direct or indirect means, use information use information obtained in the course of the practice of athletic training to try to influence the score or outcome of an athletic event, or attempt to induce financial gain through gambling.
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association, NATA CODE OF ETHICS, www.nata.org/ethics/ethics.html, Sept. 28, 2005.
DEFINITION OF AN ATHLETIC TRAINER An Athletic Trainer (AT) is an individual who has taken and passed the Board of Certification Exam and works with physicians and other medical personnel, employers, patients, parents, guardians, and athletic personnel in the development and coordination of efficient and responsive health care delivery systems. Athletic trainers are integral members of the health care team in secondary schools, colleges and universities, professional sports programs, sports medicine clinics, corporate/industrial, and other health care settings.
The athletic trainer’s professional preparation is based on the development of specified educational competencies and clinical proficiencies. Through a combination of formal classroom and clinical instruction and clinical experience, the athletic trainer is prepared to provide health care within each of the following content areas:
-Evidenced Based Practice - Therapeutic Interventions - Prevention and Health Promotion - Psychosocial Strategies and referral - Clinical Examination and Diagnosis- Healthcare Administration - Acute Care of Injury and Illness- Professional development and responsibilities
Athletic Training Educational Competencies, 5th Edition. Retrieved from http://www.caate.net/imis15/CAATE/Forms/CAATE/Forms/Forms.aspx?hkey=1ec27fcc-9a33-4d74-8660- 975d67e610a0 . 7/16/2012
7 Desired Qualities of an Athletic Training Student A. Good Health: The athletic trainer's health should be first and foremost. How can we expect athletes to listen to athletic trainers if we are a poor representation of physical or emotional health?
B. Maturity and Emotional Stability: An athletic trainer must always act as a mature professional in all situations, you cannot afford to "lose your cool" in an emergency situation.
C. Sense of Fair Play: Treat all athletes fairly. Show no favoritism.
D. Professional Appearance: Look and act as a professional.
E. Leadership: Have the ability to recognize leadership opportunities and accept the challenge to become a leader in those situations.
F. Compassion: Let the athlete know you care...they are a human being too; no better, or worse than you.
G. Intellectual Capacity: Learn, learn, learn. An athletic trainer can never know enough. Never be afraid to ask a question!
H. Sense of Humor: One of the biggest signs of maturity is the ability for one to laugh at their mistakes. If you can make your injured athletes laugh, then for at least a minute they have forgotten about their injury.
I. Competence and Responsibility: Be responsible and gain trust. It begins with being on time and carrying out your clinical responsibilities in a responsible manner. Work up to the level of your expertise; it demonstrates competence and responsibility if you ask someone to provide a helping hand, both in the eyes of your peers and athletes.
J. Respect and Loyalty: The athletic training program is a TEAM whether you are an athletic training student or an athletic trainer. Whenever you work as closely with people as a team of athletic trainers does, you must always be loyal to those on that team. The attitude of "no matter what, you take care of me - I'll take care of you" is one we will all practice.
K. Discipline: You must be disciplined as an athletic training student in order to become a athletic trainer.
L. Responsibility: Know your role, exactly what you are to do, and see it through.
M. Care: This is probably the most important. Show the injured athletes that you are interested in him or her; take the time to find out how they are feeling today. Athletic Training is a helping profession and whether it be a student-
8 athlete, fellow athletic trainer, coach, or manager we should always strive to extend a helping hand.
9 SECTION 2 ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
“In helping others, we shall help ourselves, for whatever good we give out completes the circle and comes back to us.” Flora Edwards
INTRODUCTION The athletic training major is housed in the Department of Physical Education, Wellness and Sport Studies (PEWSS), at Gardner-Webb University. After fulfilling the University requirements, athletic training students will receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training. Upon successful completion of the academic and clinical aspects of the athletic training educational program (ATEP), athletic training students will be eligible to challenge the BOC examination.
The athletic training major is an accredited athletic training educational program, with accreditation being awarded by CAATE. A minimum of 128 semester hours is required for graduation, 54-65 hours in the general studies area, 42 hours within the major, 17 hours of required additional course requirements, and the remainder of hours being completed as electives. The ATEP is overseen by the ATEP Director.
Athletic training is considered an art and a science in the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries at every level of athletic competition. The knowledge and skills of an athletic trainer must cover a wide range of subject area such as anatomy, physiology, nutrition, psychology, kinesiology, and exercise physiology.
The educational components of the program are not limited to the classroom. Practical experience, referred to as Clinical Education, is a valuable educational tool and an area of emphasis in the athletic training educational program. Clinical education occurs during interaction with Preceptors each week during assigned major and mini clinical experiences and during affiliate site experiences. Combining the classroom knowledge with the ability to practice evaluation and rehabilitation skills on student- athletes or other physically active individuals allows the athletic training student (ATS) the opportunity to develop his/her knowledge and hands-on skills. The Clinical Education Coordinator (CEC) coordinates the ATS’s clinical education.
ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM GOALS
1. To develop competent and contributing entry-level BOC Certified Athletic Trainers.
2. To achieve mastery of entry-level competencies through a combination of didactic instruction and clinical learning experiences utilizing evidenced based practices.
3. To facilitate an understanding of and use of evidence base practice in the care of patients in the athletic training profession.
4. To develop highly respected professionals who function competently in diverse settings and situations.
5. To foster a high commitment to individuals and community through service oriented projects.
6. To instill the importance of life-long learning through scholarly research and continuing education.
7. To provide students with a rigorous, up to date, and quality undergraduate education in an accredited program.
ATS CODE OF CONDUCT
11 The CAATE-Accredited ATEP at Gardner-Webb is responsible for the professional preparation of students for entry-level careers in Athletic Training. Students accepted into the ATEP are expected to adhere to the BOC Standards of Professional Practice, NATA Code of Ethics, State Practice Acts, ATS Code of Conduct, Academic Catalog, GWU Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, ATS Handbook, and all Gardner-Webb policies, procedures, rules and/or regulations. Any College sanctions and penalties will be observed by the ATEP. Individuals found in violation of these policies will be subject to Disciplinary Procedures. The ATEP expects to students to demonstrate the following characteristics: accountability, respect, confidentiality, competence, integrity, diversity, and communication.
1. Accountability: Attend class, arrive on time, and return from break in a timely manner. Participate in activities and assignments. Complete work in a timely fashion and according to directions provided. Come to class prepared, with readings and other homework completed.
2. Respect: Treat all faculty, staff, students, medical personnel, and patients with dignity and respect at all times. Listen while others are speaking. Give feedback in a constructive manner. Approach conflict in a cooperative manner
3. Confidentiality: Regard all personal or medical information that you hear about a faculty, staff, student, medical personnel, and/or patient as strictly confidential. Maintain any information shared in class and/or clinical setting.
4. Competence: Apply yourself to all academic endeavors with seriousness and conscientiousness. Meet all deadlines and strive for improvement. Come to class prepared with texts, handouts, syllabus, paper, and pens. Seek appropriate support when having academic difficulties. Take responsibility for the quality of completed tests, assignments, and projects. Strive for awareness of issues that may impede your effectiveness as an athletic trainer.
5. Integrity: Practice honesty with yourself, faculty, staff, students, medical personnel, and patients. Constantly strive to improve your abilities. Commit yourself to learning the rules of citing other’s work properly. Do your own work and take credit only for your own work. Acknowledge areas where improvement is needed. Accept and benefit from constructive feedback.
6. Diversity: Strive to become more open to various people, ideas, and creeds. Demonstrate an understanding of cultural competence.
7. Communication: Strive to improve both verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrate assertive communications with faculty, staff, students, medical personnel, and patients. Practice positive, constructive, respectful, and professional communication skills. Be aware of body language. The ATEP, in conjunction with its disciplinary procedures, may terminate a student's participation in the program on the basis of professional non-suitability if the faculty determines that a student's behavior has constituted a significant violation or pattern of violations of the NATA Code of Ethics
12 or ATS Handbook. These violations may include but are not limited to: 1. Failure to meet or maintain academic grade point requirements as established by the GWU and the ATEP. 2. Academic cheating, lying, or plagiarism. Behavior judged to be in violation of the NATA Code of Ethics. 3. Failure to meet generally accepted standards of professional conduct, personal integrity or emotional stability requisite for professional practice. 4. Inappropriate or disruptive behavior toward faculty, staff, students, medical personnel, and/or patients. 5. Documented evidence of criminal activity occurring during the course of study.
ACADEMIC PROBATION Any ATS may be placed on academic probation for unacceptable progress in his/her clinical education or if his/her cumulative GPA falls below 2.50 after admittance into Athletic Training Educational Program.
At the end of each semester each student’s academic performance is formally reviewed and if necessary, the student is notified by the ATEP Director in writing of their probationary status.
Probation may include provisions such as required study hall or alteration of clinical education experience time. Decisions regarding such provisions will be determined by the ATEP Director and student’s assigned Preceptor. If at the end of the probation semester, the ATS has been unable to attain academic standards, make satisfactory progress or complete provisions as outlined by ATEP Director, they will be suspended resulting in dismissal from the Athletic Training Educational Program. SUSPENSION In the event that an ATS receives grade below a “C” (2.00) in one of his/her required athletic training courses (this includes both the major courses and additional requirements) he/she will be placed on suspension until the class is re-taken and the minimum grade requirement is achieved. If an ATS is suspended from the program, he/she is eligible to reapply to the program once he/she has met ATEP standards. Reapplying consists of completing an abbreviated application form and an interview with the ATEP Director and Clinical Education Coordinator. The ATS would re-enter the program at the level last completed successfully. ATS who are suspended can request academic assistance from the ATEP Director. DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The following procedures are put into place to help ensure the smooth operation of the Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Educational Program and to provide understanding to all parties involved of the expectations for the ATS. These procedures are applicable to disciplinary issues, ATEP policies, academic standards and university policies (please refer to the Gardner-Webb Student Handbook for additional information regarding university policies). Violation of rules and regulations may be deemed as either a minor offense or a major offense. Disciplinary actions due to violations of above policies are considered cumulative in nature.
Minor offenses may include, but are not limited to, dress code violations, tardiness to clinical education experiences or failure to complete required documentation. Accumulation of three minor offenses within a level will result in the ATS moving to the next disciplinary level.
Major offenses may include, but are not limited to, failure to attend assigned clinical educational experience, insubordination, failure to perform duties in a professional manner or violation of University Code of Student Conduct. ATS will be subject to disciplinary action taken by both the University judicial process and the ATEP procedures listed below. With each consecutive offense the
13 ATS will move up a level.
Disciplinary level one: For each minor offense or major offense, the ATS will receive a verbal warning from the instructor of record, Preceptor, or athletic training staff member. The warning should include the offense and a discussion regarding the resolution of the stated problem. The warning should be documented in the ATS’s Clinical Experience Notebook on the disciplinary record form provided.
Disciplinary level two: If the ATS has a fourth minor offense or a second major offense he/she will receive a written notice and be required to attend a meeting with the ATEP Director and CEC. During the meeting, the ATS will be given the chance to express his/her interpretations/concerns of the violation(s). After hearing all relevant evidence, a decision will be rendered as to the type of disciplinary action, if applicable. In the event of disciplinary action, notification will be given to the Chair of the Physical Education, Wellness, and Sport Studies department. The ATEP Director reserves the right to inform appropriate personnel/offices on campus. If disciplinary action is taken, the ATS has the right to appeal.
Disciplinary level three: On the seventh minor offense or the third major offense the ATS will be immediately dismissed from Gardner-Webb University’s Athletic Training Education Program.
Please note that each case will be dealt with on an individual basis and some violations may warrant a first offense falling under disciplinary level two or three. If an ATS is in violation of Gardner-Webb University’s Code of Student Conduct he/she will be referred to the appropriate authorities.
Clinical Education: Students may be removed from a clinical experience for a day or entire semester, if they are not following ATEP policies and have been given adequate notice and/or warning.
GRIEVANCE POLICY In the event that an ATS wishes to challenge a disciplinary action, he/she must decide within 24 hours of verbal and/or written notification of the sanction as to whether to make an appeal. Appeals can be made for the following reasons: 1. Irregularities in proceedings; 2. Punishment inconsistent with the nature of the offense; and/or 3. Additional evidence was not available at the time the disciplinary action was rendered.
The ATS must request in writing for an appeal hearing, clearly stating the grievance. The appeal board will consist of the Athletic Training staff, a PEWSS faculty representative, and an ATS representative. At the beginning of the academic year, the ATSs will vote on two students, of which one will be asked to serve as the ATS representative in the event of an appeal. The ATS representative must be an upperclassman in good academic standing. The appeal board will conduct a simple majority vote with three possible outcomes: 1. Uphold original decision; 2. Uphold original decision, but lessen the penalty; or 3. Overrule original decision and penalty.
14 ADMISSION POLICY FOR THEATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM The following courses are required for admission into the Athletic Training Educational Program: ATTR 101- Introduction to Athletic Training ATTR 222- First Aid and Management of Acute Injuries and Illnesses BIOL 101- Human Biology A grade requirement of “C” (2.00) or higher is required for BIO 101, ATTR 101& 222.
Additional Admission Criteria: A minimum of 2.37 cumulative GPA Completion of an 60-hour observation period Submission of an application and an essay on the observation period Three letters of recommendation An interview with committee members consisting of Athletic Training Faculty and Staff Demonstration of those skills and traits (dependability, responsibility, initiative, and communication skills) that are mandatory for an entry level BOC athletic trainer Sign Athletic Training Student Handbook Agreement Verification of Technical Standards Verification of Bloodborne Pathogen and Disease Prevention Training Verification of Immunization Records Verification/declination of the Hepatitis-B vaccination series
Observation Period Prospective athletic training students are encouraged to express their interest to the ATEP Director prior to, or during, the fall semester to be advised of the necessary requirements. Admittance into the ATEP occurs each year at the conclusion of the spring semester. Any prospective athletic training student wishing to pursue a major in athletic training must successfully progress through a 10-week spring semester observation in order to be eligible for admittance into the program.
Observation consists of prospective athletic training students being assigned to on-campus Preceptors allowing each student a wide range of experience while accumulating a minimum of 60 hours of observation. The student can obtain observation hours during morning, afternoons, evenings, or weekends based upon the schedule of the assigned Preceptor.
Application Period At the completion of the 10-week observation period and following the accumulation of 60 observation hours, prospective athletic training students are eligible to apply to the ATEP. The process begins with completing an application form that is distributed during ATTR 101. In addition, three letters of recommendation and an essay on the observation experience are required. Lastly, proof of immunizations, or a signed declination of vaccination(s) must be provided. Upon receiving all of the required information, an entrance interview will be conducted by a committee comprised of athletic training faculty and staff as well as a member of the PEWSS Department.
Following the interviews, prospective candidates will be selected and offered admission within the program contingent upon successful completion of required courses with required grades and an overall GPA of 2.37. Students not selected are encouraged to reapply to the program the following spring semester. The readmission process will be handled on an individual basis, but the student may be required to begin the process from the beginning (ATTR 101).
Acceptance Criteria for Admission into the Athletic Training Educational Program The student will be given a numeric rating based on the overall application and observation process. This numeric rating is a tally of points based on scores from the application essay/ questions and the
15 student’s interview, evaluations conducted during the observation period, the number of observation hours, submission of all application materials, and the student’s overall GPA. The application essay and questions as well as the interview are evaluated by the interview committee utilizing rubrics. Evaluators note any strengths, weaknesses, and/or reservations on the rubrics provided. The ATEP Director averages each of the evaluators’ numeric ratings of the student for a final average rating and summarizes the student’s strengths and any concerns noted. Based on this final rating the student is then placed into one of the following categories:
1. Full acceptance 2. Provisionary acceptance 3. Denied admission
Once the ATEP Director determines the student has met the requirements, students are notified of their acceptance or denial into the Athletic Training Educational Program by either phone and/or by letter. Each student accepted into the ATEP will have an individual meeting with the ATEP Director at the start of the fall semester. Any student with reservations noted by evaluators will have a formal evaluation at the end of the semester following acceptance. If the student fails to make satisfactory progress during his/her first semester in dealing with these issues as documented by the ATEP Director, the student may be put on probation or suspended from the program.
Admittance with provisionary status At the discretion of the ATEP, a student may be admitted on a provisionary basis. A set of benchmarks, based on the individual student’s situation, will be determined and communicated to the student in writing. A meeting will be held with the ATEP Director and student to discuss admission status and outlined benchmarks. Signatures of involved parties will be obtained indicating acceptance of the benchmarks set forth by the ATEP. In order to progress within the ATEP, the student must meet agreed upon benchmarks within the specified time frame; not doing so will result in dismissal from the program.
Students accepted into the program continue their athletic training course work and clinical education the following fall semester.
Due to the competitive admission requirement of the program, the number of prospective athletic training students accepted each year into the program will vary. Total program enrollment is limited to a maximum of 36 students. The number accepted each year will be based upon the number of vacant spots available. Acceptance into the program is not guaranteed based upon a student completing the observation period, but rather upon meeting all established criteria for acceptance.
TRANSFER STUDENTS Any student wishing to transfer into the ATEP must submit transcripts, syllabi, and course descriptions to the ATEP Director for all athletic training classes for credit evaluation. All admission requirements contained within ATTR 101 must be met for admission into the ATEP. Classes containing cognitive competencies will be evaluated to see which, if any, fulfill the ATEP requirements. Classes containing psychomotor competencies will require a challenge examination. Course credit will be awarded after a student has taken the challenge examination and demonstrated proficiency of those competencies. The student will have the first semester of enrollment to take the challenge examination and demonstrate proficiency of psychomotor competencies.
ATHLETIC TRAINING ACADEMIC COURSE REQUIREMENTS The athletic training major requires 42 semester hours with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher in the following Athletic Training courses: 101, 200, 201, 222, 225, 230, 300, 301, 324, 325, 332, 342, 400,
16 401, 402, 404, and 430. Additional course requirements include: EXSI 335, 306, and 224, Biology 203 and 204 (an additional elective hour must be completed for this to be counted as an 18 hour interdisciplinary minor).
General Studies Requirements Each ATS must complete BIOL 101, COMM 233, and HEWE 221 in their general studies requirements.
GRADE REQUIREMENTS OF THE MAJOR AND MINOR COURSES Athletic training students are expected to maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or higher by the end of the fall semester sophomore year. In accordance with University policy, each student must have a minimum grade of “C” (2.00) on each course in the major field of study. Failure to make a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher will not allow the student to take additional coursework within the major until a satisfactory grade is completed for the course(s) involved.
Athletic training students must also have a minimum grade of “C” (2.00) in their additional course requirements (EXSI 335, 306, and 224, BIOL 203 and 204). A cumulative GPA of 2.00 must be maintained for any minor selected by a student.
ONE-SPORT POLICY Student-athletes are eligible to apply for admission to the ATEP; however, it is imperative that student-athletes and coaches understand that the clinical education component of the program will at times conflict with athletics. ATSs participate in a structured sequence of academic and clinical education courses and in order to be successful in the program, they must be aware of the following requirements: All ATSs must limit their athletic involvement to one sport per academic year following the completion of their freshman year. ATS that participate in Cross Country/ Track and Field must designate one semester as their off-season. During the off-season, athletic training responsibilities will take precedence over sporting events and/or practices. It is the ATS’s responsibility to provide the Clinical Education Coordinator and their assigned Preceptor with a monthly schedule for clinical hours. Coaches need to be aware that this schedule should include practice and competition times so that all parties can plan accordingly. All ATSs that participate in intercollegiate athletics must fulfill all academic and clinical education courses/experiences. In addition, all ATSs must complete an equipment intensive clinical experience (football/lacrosse). Student-Athletes may need to return for an additional semester to complete this requirement which may be at the ATS’s expense. Those ATSs who participate in a winter sport must also designate one semester as their off-season. It is during this semester that the ATS will have his/her major clinical experience and that athletic training supersedes athletics. The supervising Preceptor may (within reason) consider the ATS’s athletic schedule to allow for participation in his/her sports competitive events. It is imperative that there is an open line of communication and expectations, guidelines, and schedules are clearly communicated to the ATS.
If you have questions about scheduling conflicts in relation to ATS athletic participation and clinical education, please contact the CEC or ATEP Director.
ADDITIONAL COSTS All costs incurred with application and acceptance into the program is the athletic training student’s responsibility. These costs include, but are not limited to:
17 1. Uniform costs 2. Health Insurance 3. Background Checks 4. Transportation to and front off-campus sites 5. Supplies: fanny pack, scissors, etc 6. Membership to athletic training organizations 7. Liability/malpractice insurance 8. Annual training/recertification fees as required by the ATEP (i.e., CPR, Bloodborne Pathogen, etc.)
ATHLETIC TRAINING MAJOR - COURSE LISTINGS Number Name of Course Credits ATTR 101 Introduction to Athletic Training 1 hour
18 ATTR 222 First Aid and Management of Acute Injuries & Illness 3 hours ATTR 225 Recognition and Care of Injuries 3 hours ATTR 230 Fundamentals of Protective Equipment and Prophylactic Procedures 2 hours ATTR 324 Evaluation of Lower Extremity Injuries 3 hours ATTR 325 Evaluation of Upper Extremity Injuries 3 hours ATTR 332 Rehabilitation and Reconditioning of Injuries 3 hours ATTR 342 Organization and Administration of Athletic Training 3 hours ATTR 402 Medical Conditions and Pharmacology 3 hours ATTR 404 Therapeutic Modalities 3 hours ATTR 430 Athletic Training Seminar 3 hours ATTR 200 Athletic Training Clinical I 2 hours ATTR 201 Athletic Training Clinical II 2 hours ATTR 300 Athletic Training Clinical III 2 hours ATTR 301 Athletic Training Clinical IV 2 hours ATTR 400 Athletic Training Clinical V 2 hours ATTR 401 Athletic Training Clinical VI 2 hours Total hours in Major 42 hours
Additional Requirements (Interdisciplinary Minor) EXSI 335 Kinesiology 3 hours EXSI 306 Exercise Physiology I 3 hours EXSI 224 Nutrition 3 hours BIOL 203 Anatomy and Physiology I 4 hours BIOL 204 Anatomy and Physiology II 4 hours Elective 1 hour Total hours 18 hours
General Studies Requirement BIOL 101 3 hours COMM 233 3 hours Total hours 6 hours
19 ATHLETIC TRAINING MAJOR - COURSE SEQUENCING Freshman Fall BIOL 101 Human Biology Spring BIOL 101 Human Biology (it not taken in the Fall) Spring ATTR 222 First Aid and Management of Acute Injuries and Illness Spring ATTR 101 Introduction to Athletic Training
Sophomore Fall ATTR 200 Athletic Training Clinical I Fall ATTR 225 Recognition and Care of Injuries Fall ATTR 230 Fundamentals of Protective..….Prophylactic Procedures Fall BIOL 203 Anatomy and Physiology I Fall EXSI 224 Nutrition
Spring ATTR 201 Athletic Training Clinical II Spring ATTR 324 Evaluation of Lower Extremity Injuries Spring ATTR 404 Therapeutic Modalities Spring BIOL 204 Anatomy and Physiology II
Junior Fall ATTR 300 Athletic Training Clinical III Fall ATTR 325 Evaluation Upper Extremity Injuries Fall ATTR 342 Organization and Administration of Athletic Training Fall EXSI 335 Kinesiology
Spring ATTR 301 Athletic Training Clinical IV Spring ATTR 332 Rehabilitation and Reconditioning of Athletic Injuries
Senior Fall ATTR 400 Athletic Training Clinical V Fall ATTR 402 Medical Conditions and Pharmacology Fall ATTR 430 Athletic Training Seminar Fall EXSI 306 Exercise Physiology
Spring ATTR 401 Athletic Training Clinical VI
20 ATHLETIC TRAINING MAJOR – SUGGESTED FOUR YEAR PLAN
Freshman - Fall Semester Freshman - Spring Semester University 111 3 Athletic Training 101 1 English 101 3 Athletic Training 222 3 Physical Education 140 - 165 1 Arts or Music 225 3 Biology 101 4 American Heritage 3 Health 221 3 Communications 233 3 Math 105, 110, 150, 151 3 English 102 3 Dimensions .5 Dimensions .5 17.5 16.5
Sophomore - Fall Semester Sophomore - Spring Semester Athletic Training 200 2 Athletic Training 201 2 Athletic Training 225 3 Athletic Training 324 3 Athletic Training 230 2 Biology 204 4 Health 224 3 Athletic Training 404 3 Biology 203 4 Foreign Language 102 3 Foreign Language 101 3 Elective 3
Dimensions .5 Dimensions .5 17.5 18.5
Junior - Fall Semester Junior - Spring Semester Athletic Training 300 2 Athletic Training 301 2 Athletic Training 325 3 Athletic Training 332 3 Athletic Training 342 3 Religion 101 3 Exercise Science 335 3 Social Science 205 or RELI 245 3 Foreign Language 201 3 Religion 102 3 Elective 3 Elective 3 Dimensions .5 Dimensions .5 17.5 17.5
Senior - Fall Semester Senior - Spring Semester Athletic Training 400 2 Athletic Training 401 2 Athletic Training 402 3 American Heritage 3 Athletic Training 430 3 History 102 3 Exercise Science 306 3 English 211, 212, 231, 232 or 251 3 History 101 3 Elective 3 Chemistry, Geology, Elective 1-3 Astronomy or Physics 4 15 15-17
21 ATHLETIC TRAINING MAJOR - COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
101 Introduction to Athletic Training 1 semester hour A course designed to introduce prospective athletic training students to the profession of athletic training, its governing organizations, daily responsibilities and occupational opportunities. Successful completion of this course with its associated observation hours is a requirement for application to the athletic training educational program. 1-0-1. (Spring)
ATTR 200 Athletic Training Clinical I 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 222. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR 222. 2-0-2. (Fall)
ATTR 201 Athletic Training Clinical II 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 225. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR 200. 2-0-2. (Spring)
ATTR 222 First Aid and the Management of Acute Injury and Illness 3 semester hours The intent of this course is to provide the athletic training student with the knowledge, skills, and values they must possess to recognize, assess, and treat acute injury or illness of athletes and other physically active individuals. 3-1-3. (Spring)
ATTR 225 Recognition and Care of Injuries 3 semester hours The athletic training student will develop the knowledge, skills, and values to identify injury and illness factors that may be encountered by athletes and others involved in physical activity and to plan and begin to identity appropriate care of injuries whether it be through risk management or preventative measures. Prerequisite ATTR: 222. 3-1-3 (Fall)
ATTR 230 Fundamentals of Protective Equipment and Prophylactic Procedures 2 semester hours The intent of this course is to provide the student with the fundamental skills associated with fitting, applying, and constructing protective equipment as well as applying preventive taping, wrapping and bracing skills. Prerequisite ATTR: 222. 2-0-2. (Fall)
ATTR 300 Athletic Training Clinical III 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 324 and ATTR 342. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR 201. 2-0-2. (Fall)
ATTR 301 Athletic Training Clinical IV 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 325. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR 300. 2-0-2. (Spring)
ATTR 324 Evaluation of Lower Extremity Injuries 3 semester hours
22 This course will concentrate on evaluation and recognition of orthopaedic musculoskeletal injuries of the lower extremity. Prerequisite: ATTR 225. 3-1-3. (Spring)
ATTR 325 Evaluation of Upper Extremity Injuries 3 semester hours This course will concentrate on evaluation and recognition of orthopaedic musculoskeletal injuries of the upper extremity. Prerequisite: ATTR 324. 3-1-3. (Fall)
ATTR 332 Rehabilitation and Reconditioning of Athletic Injuries 3 semester hours This course will provide the athletic training student with the knowledge, skills, and values they must possess to plan, implement, document, and evaluate the efficacy of therapeutic exercise programs for the rehabilitation and reconditioning of the injuries and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity. Prerequisite ATTR: 325. 3-1-3. (Spring)
ATTR 342 Organization and Administration of Athletic Training 3 semester hours A course designed to expose the athletic training student to the organizational and administrative demands of the traditional and nontraditional employment settings. Special emphasis will be placed upon medical terminology used in health professions. Prerequisite ATTR: 324. 3-0-3. (Fall)
ATTR 400 Athletic Training Clinical V 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 332 and 404. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR 301. 2-0-2. (Fall)
ATTR 401 Athletic Training Clinical VI 2 semester hours In this course each student will demonstrate proficiency in cognitive and psychomotor skills learned in ATTR 402. Athletic training students shall perform skills in their assigned clinical experience commensurate with their level of education, competence and experience. Prerequisite: ATTR 400. 2-0-2. (Spring)
ATTR 402 Medical Conditions and Pharmacology 3 semester hours To provide the student with the knowledge, skills, and values to recognize, treat, and refer, when appropriate, general medical conditions and disabilities. An in-depth study of pharmacologic applications, including awareness of indications, contraindications, precautions, and interactions of medication and of the governing regulations relevant to the treatment of injuries to and illnesses of athletes and others involved in physical activity. Prerequisite: ATTR 332. 3-1-3. (Fall)
ATTR 404 Therapeutic Modalities 3 semester hours A course to provide the athletic training student with a basic understanding of the underlying principles supportive of the use of therapeutic modalities, including physiological effects of different modalities and how they work as therapeutic agents. Prerequisite ATTR: 225. 3-1-3. (Spring)
ATTR 430 Athletic Training Seminar 3 semester hours This course will summarize the experiences the athletic training student has learned and demonstrated within the athletic training program and will serve as final preparation for the Board of Certification Examination. Prerequisite: ATTR: 404. 3-0-3. (Fall)
23 EDUCATIONAL FRAMEWORK AND RETENTION STANDARDS
Standards for acceptable academic and clinical progression in the major are set to assist ATSs in assessing the quality of their performance. Successful progression through the Athletic Training Educational Program is achieved by completing the items listed for an ATS’s respective academic status. Failure to do so will result in limiting academic and athletic training progression or dismissal from the program. Each situation will be handled on an individual basis.
The educational phases are depicted in the inverted pyramid shown below. In the following pages, the phases are further broken down and described in detail.
Educational Levels 1-8
Phases of Education Phase 1 – Career/Program Inquiry Phase 2 – Novice Phase 3 – Technical/Professional Skill Development Phase 4 – Aspiring Entry-Level Professional
Phase 1 - Career/ Program Inquiry 1. During this phase the prospective student expresses a desire to pursue athletic training as a possible career 2. Criteria for entry into Phase 1: a. Curiosity about athletic training as a career b. Express intent to begin observation to Educational Program Director c. Enrollment in ATTR 101, 222, and BIOL 101 3. The student begins the observation period as part of ATTR 101 4. Academic years in phase: a. Freshman fall semester b. Freshman spring semester 5. Course work during phase: a. ATTR 101 Introduction to Athletic Training b. ATTR 222 First Aid and Management of Acute Injuries and Illness c. BIOL 101 Human Biology
Phase 2 - Novice 1. The ATS will begin to acquire the basic skills related to the field of athletic training through didactic and clinical experiences 2. Criteria for entry into Phase II: a.i.1.a. Program admission
24 a.i.1.b. Intellectual curiosity a.i.1.c. Career commitment a.i.1.d. Values formation a.i.1.e. Academic soundness 3. Academic years in phase: a.i.1.a. Sophomore fall semester a.i.1.b. Sophomore spring semester 4. Course work during phase: a. ATTR 225 Recognition and Care Techniques b. ATTR 230 Fundamentals of Protective Equipment and Prophylactic Procedures c. ATTR 324 Lower Extremity Evaluation d. ATTR 404 Therapeutic Modalities e. ATTR 200 Athletic Training Clinical I f. ATTR 201 Athletic Training Clinical II g. BIOL 203 Anatomy and Physiology I h. BIOL 204 Anatomy and Physiology II i. EXSI 224 Nutrition 5. Clinical experiences: a. Sophomore fall semester - Major, Mini, and/or Affiliate Clinical Experiences b. Sophomore spring semester - Major, Mini and/or Affiliate Clinical Experiences
Phase 3 - Technical-Professional Skill Development 1. The ATS will begin to acquire and master higher order clinical skills in the areas of athletic injury evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation while advancing interpersonal communication through patient interaction. 2. Criteria for entry into Phase III: a. Competence in basic skills b. Appreciates professionalism in athletic training c. Academic soundness 3. Academic years in Phase: a. Junior fall semester b. Junior spring semester c. Senior fall semester 4. Course work during Phase: a. ATTR 325 Upper Extremity Evaluation b. ATTR 332 Rehabilitation and Reconditioning c. ATTR 342 Organization and Administration of Athletic Training d. ATTR 402 Medical Conditions and Pharmacology e. ATTR 430 Athletic Training Seminar f. ATTR 300 Athletic Training Clinical III g. ATTR 301 Athletic Training Clinical IV h. ATTR 400 Athletic Training Clinical V i. EXSI 335 Kinesiology j. EXSI 306 Exercise Physiology 5. Clinical experiences a. Junior fall semester - Major, Mini and/or Clinical Experiences b. Junior spring semester - Major, Mini and/or Clinical Experiences c. Senior fall semester - Major, Mini and/or Clinical Experiences
25 Phase 4 - Aspiring Entry-Level Professional 1. The ATS will continue to develop and be prepared to apply entry- level athletic training skills in the major clinical experience during the senior year. 2. Criteria for entry into Phase IV: a. Problem solving ability b. Employability skills c. Academic soundness 3. Academic years in Phase: a. Senior spring semester 4. Course work during Phase: a. ATTR 401 Athletic Training Clinical VI 5. Clinical experiences: a. Senior spring semester - Major, Mini and/or Affiliate Clinical Experiences
26 PROGRAM OBJECTIVES FOR EACH LEVEL OF THE ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM Level 1 - Freshman Fall Semester 1. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have expressed a desire to major in athletic training to the ATEP Director.
Level 2 - Freshman Spring Semester 1. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have an understanding of athletic training as a career they desire to pursue. 2. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have accumulated 60 hours of athletic training clinical experience observation. 3. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have completed an application form for the athletic training education program. 4. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have accumulated three letters of recommendation. 5. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have written an essay describing their observation experience. 6. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have provided proof of current vaccinations. 7. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have made satisfactory academic progress with a minimum overall GPA of 2.37. 8. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS must complete as “Technical Standards” form. 9. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will be able to identify the different employment options available through athletic training. 10. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have a thorough understanding of the didactic experience and progression. 11. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have a thorough understanding of the clinical education experience, progression, and related expectations. 12. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have successfully completed blood-borne pathogen training. 13. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 101 and 222 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher. 14. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have successfully completed BIOL 101 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher. 15. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will have successfully completed CPR for the Professional Rescuer. 16. By the end of the semester the prospective ATS will be familiar with the contents of the Athletic Training Student Manual and signed the ATS manual’s agreement form (Appendix I page 44). 17. The prospective ATS will have provided a copy of a physical examination performed by a physician within one year’s time.
Level 3 - Fall Sophomore Year 1. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 225 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher. 2. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 230 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher.
27 3. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 200 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher and passed all related clinical skills. 4. By the end of the semester the ATS must have satisfactory evaluations for Mini and Affiliate experiences and/or have successfully completed his/her major clinical experience. 5. By the end of the semester the ATS will have made satisfactory academic progress with a minimum overall GWU GPA of 2.50. 6. By the end of the semester the ATS will have completed blood-borne pathogen training.
Level 4 - Spring Sophomore Year 1. By the end of the semester the ATS must demonstrate proof of paid membership to the NATA. 2. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 324 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher. 3. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 201 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher and passed all related clinical skills. 4. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 404 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher. 5. By the end of the semester the ATS must have satisfactory evaluations for Mini and Affiliate experiences and/or successfully completed their major clinical experience. 6. By the end of the semester the ATS will have made satisfactory academic progress with a minimum overall GWU GPA of 2.50. 7. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed CPR for the Professional Rescuer recertification.
Level 5 - Fall Junior Year 1. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 325 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher. 2. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 342 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher. 3. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 300 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher and passed all related clinical skills. 4. By the end of the semester the ATS must have satisfactory evaluations for Mini and Affiliate experiences and/or successfully completed their major clinical experience. 5. By the end of the semester the ATS will have made satisfactory academic progress with a minimum overall GWU GPA of 2.50. 6. By the end of the semester the ATS will have completed blood-borne pathogen training.
Level 6 - Spring Junior Year 1. By January 31st, the ATS must demonstrate proof of paid membership to the NATA 2. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 332 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher. 3. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 301with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher and passed all related clinical skills. 4. By the end of the semester the ATS must have satisfactory evaluations for Mini and Affiliate experiences and/or have successfully completed their major clinical experience.
28 5. By the end of the semester the ATS will have made satisfactory academic progress with a minimum overall GWU GPA of 2.50. 6. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed CPR for the Professional Rescuer recertification.
Level 7 - Fall Senior Year 1. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully competed ATTR 402 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher. 2. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 400 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher and passed all related clinical skills. 3. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 430 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher. 4. By the end of the semester the ATS must have satisfactory evaluations for Mini and Affiliate experiences and/or successfully completed their major clinical experience. 5. By the end of the semester the ATS will have made satisfactory academic progress with a minimum overall GWU GPA of 2.50. 6. By the end of the semester the ATS will have completed and registered for the BOC examination. 7. By the end of the semester the ATS will have completed blood-borne pathogen training.
Level 8 - Spring Senior Year 1. By January 31, the ATS must demonstrate proof of paid membership to the NATA 2. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed ATTR 401 with a grade of “C” (2.00) or higher and passed all related clinical skills. 3. By the end of the semester the ATS must have satisfactory evaluations for Mini and Affiliate experiences and/or have successfully completed their major clinical experience. 4. By the end of the semester the ATS will have made satisfactory academic progress with a minimum overall GWU GPA of 2.50. 5. By the end of the semester the ATS will have successfully completed a senior exit examination. 6. By the end of the semester the ATS will have given a presentation on scholarly research they have conducted at an organized university function, NCATA state meeting, or MAATA Annual Meeting.
29 GRADUATION CRITERIA In order to graduate from the Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Educational Program the ATS must meet the following criteria: Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 Complete and receive a “C” (2.00) or better in all athletic training classes and additional requirements Complete all major, mini, and affiliate clinical experiences and associated paperwork Complete all clinical skills with an 80% or higher ATS must be in good standing with the ATEP
ATTENDANCE Attendance is mandatory for all official athletic training functions. ATSs must be aware of their responsibilities and scheduled events. Informational signs for meetings and other functions will be posted on the bulletin boards outside of the ATEP classroom, LYCC and FBC Athletic Training Rooms. In the event of a conflict, it is the ATS’s responsibility to gain permission from the ATEP Director to be absent from the event. Such permission should be requested in a timely fashion. Failure to adhere to this policy can result in disciplinary action. In addition, ATSs are to be prompt for all athletic training responsibilities and/or functions. Tardiness must be avoided and will not be tolerated. The scheduling of clinical experience hours should not interfere with ATSs’ class schedule; meaning that no ATS can miss class to complete required hours for mini experiences or affiliate experiences. However, ATSs may miss class due travel while completing a major clinical experience.
If there is a scheduling conflict with health and safety guest speakers a make-up date to view a videotaped copy of the in-service will be scheduled.
An ATS wishing to have time off from his/her clinical experience must gain approval from his/her Preceptor as soon as the ATS becomes aware of the need. In the event of an emergency, contact your Preceptor at the earliest opportunity. In addition, if the ATS’s schedule changes for any reason he/she must contact assigned Preceptor as soon as possible.
ACADEMIC ADVISING Students are assigned a faculty advisor when they enter Gardner-Webb University and are encouraged to view the advising relationship as a partnership for success. First-year students who have indicated an interest in athletic training will be assigned an advisor in the academic advising center. Students’ who have not indicated an interest will have the University 111 course instructor as their academic advisor until they declare a major. Transfer students who do not take a First-Year Program (UNIV 111) course will be assigned an advisor in the academic advising center. The ATEP Director will work with the current advisor regarding course scheduling for ATSs.
Once admitted into the program, the student can declare athletic training as his/her major and will then be assigned to the ATEP Director for academic advising. The ATEP Director will help guide each ATS in selecting a classes and electives which best suit the ATS based upon aspirations and interests. In addition, the advisor will help guide the ATS in selecting minor classes if the ATS chooses to pursue a minor.
The major advising period occurs during registration; however, different forms of advising may take place on a continuous basis. It is the ultimate responsibility of the ATS to choose and register for courses. Please refer to Appendix I (page 38) for a copy of the Athletic Training Degree Plan. More information regarding academic advising can be found in the current Undergraduate Catalog.
30 31 TOBACCO USE Effective August 6, 2007, Gardner-Webb University is a tobacco-free campus. Tobacco use on campus is prohibited. This policy applies to trustees, administrators, faculty, staff, students, contractors, vendors, clients, and visitors. The multiple health risks and possible adverse side effects outweigh any benefits. We strongly urge each ATS to refrain from using such substances. While on campus or representing the athletic training educational program, tobacco products are prohibited. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in disciplinary action through the athletic training program and/or the university judicial system.
SEXUAL HARASSMENT Most athletic trainers work in environments where physical contact, competition, and pressure for opportunities are intense, and where failure often has quick consequences for athletes and those who work with them. The potential for sexual harassment is high in environments such as these.
Sexual harassment is not just a problem for its victims. Anyone responsible for workplace decisions and/or employee supervision is responsible for understanding and preventing sexual harassment and may be held liable for failing to do so. Sexual harassment includes much more than most people think.
Sexual harassment is any form of unwelcome conduct based on a victim’s gender. There are two basic types. Most people understand the first type, quid pro quo, in which the victim is promised some kind of benefit is threatened or fears some kind of harm in exchange for sexual favors. Sexual favors include requests for dates and social events as well as requests for any kind of sexual touching.
The second type of harassment, hostile environment harassment, is more commonly alleged and does not require any threat or promise of benefit: sexual harassment occurs if a harasser, by his or her conduct or failure to act, creates or allows a hostile, offensive or intimidating environment. An environment may be hostile even if no touching occurs; jokes, pictures, innuendo, comments about a person’s body or appearance, sexual remarks about others, gestures and looks, and even more subtle collections of practices may create one.
Sexual harassment will not be tolerated at Gardner-Webb, nor will it be ignored. Harassment is incompatible with the principles and values of a Christian institution. Furthermore, harassment is a form of discrimination, which is in violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Educational Amendments of 1972. Gardner-Webb University is committed to maintaining a positive, safe, and comfortable workplace and an academic environment free form any form of harassment. Gardner-Webb University, Sexual Harassment Policy, accessed December 2009.
All ATSs are encouraged to read the Sexual Harassment policy which can be found in the Gardner-Webb University Student Handbook or online at: http://www.gardner-webb.edu/student-life/studenthandbook/2010-student- handbook/.pdf101-105.pdf. If at any time an ATS feels they have been subject to sexual harassment from a player, coach, fellow ATS or faculty / staff member, they are encouraged to report the incidence to the appropriate supervisor which may be a certified staff member, Athletic Director or Departmental Chair (PEWSS). Upon notification of the sexual harassment charge, a formal reporting process as outlined in the Gardner-Webb University Sexual Harassment Policy will begin.
32 SECTION 3 CLINICAL EDUCATION
The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically... Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education.
Martin Luther King, Jr. CLINICAL EDUCATION An integral part of the athletic training education at Gardner-Webb University is the hands-on experience. Clinical education occurs during interaction with Preceptors each week during assigned major and mini clinical experiences and during affiliate site experiences. This allows ATSs to practice and master the skills of the profession while providing safe and adequate health care for the student-athletes under the direct supervision of a Preceptor.
To ensure a consistent progression in education, a comprehensive list of psychomotor skills relating to the profession have been developed for each academic level. Psychomotor skills directly relate to specific athletic training courses and levels of education. What is being learned in the classroom and lab will be practiced in the clinical education and evaluated in the clinical courses and clinical experiences.
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE Clinical experience provides the ATS with the opportunity to enhance the didactic portion of his/ her education. This occurs by allowing the ATS to apply the clinical skills he/or she has acquired through classroom and lab instruction in the clinical environment (i.e., the athletic training room, and practice/game coverage). These real-life experiences also aid in preparing the ATS in all aspects of the Athletic Training profession such as developing or improving interpersonal relationships, leadership skills, and administrative responsibilities.
Upon entering the program as a sophomore, the CEC will determine a tentative three-year written clinical experience plan for each ATS. However, the student will be notified of his/her assignments on a yearly basis. Sophomores will be given their yearly plan once accepted into the program and Juniors and Seniors will be notified of their yearly plan by April of the preceding year. The intent of this plan is to help ensure that the ATS’s experience is well-rounded. Moreover, the advanced knowledge of his/her clinical experience plan allows for the ATS to make appropriate arrangements for expected return dates, etc. This plan is subject to change and if a change occurs the ATS and Preceptor will be notified in advance.
Each ATS is assigned a major clinical experience his/her sophomore, junior, and senior year. A major clinical experience is a 12 or 16 weeks in length with an athletic team either on-campus or off- campus and is conducted under the direct supervision of a Preceptor. The duration of the clinical experience is determined by the length of the athletic season and the education level of the ATS. One of the three major clinical experiences each ATS will have is an equipment intensive sport, either his/her junior or senior year.
As a part of the major clinical experience, junior and senior ATSs will travel with the understanding that circumstances may call for discretionary scheduling by supervising Preceptor and/or Clinical Education Coordinator. Sophomore ATSs may travel provided they receive permission from their assigned Preceptor and CEC/ATEP Director, do not miss class, and there is monetary support.
In addition to the major clinical experiences, each ATS will also be assigned three mini clinical experiences with the goal of providing the ATS a well-rounded education with the various athletic teams. During a mini clinical experience an ATS is assigned to an on-campus or off- campus Preceptor. This experience lasts 4 weeks for a minimum of 32 hours (8 hours/week) and at most 80 hours (20 hours/week). Even though this experience is less time intensive and less structured than major clinical experiences, it is still a part of a student’s overall clinical education grade and should be treated as such. An ATS does not travel as a part of his/her mini clinical experience.
Lastly, ATSs will have three additional experiences at affiliate sites. These affiliate site experiences will consist of the same hours as a mini experience and will involve one of each of the following: a high school experience, a physical therapy clinic, and a split orthopaedic/general medicine rotation. The CEC will coordinate which sites the ATS will be assigned to and will serve as the on campus contact for associated paperwork, initial scheduling and/or any issues that may arise.
With each clinical experience the Preceptor will discuss actual dates and times for the clinical experiences with the ATS prior to the start of the clinical experience and subsequently each week after. The ATS is allowed a maximum of 20 hours in his/her clinical experience each week with a minimum of one day off. The specific start and end dates for each clinical experience are established by the Preceptor and then communicated to the ATS.
ASSIGNMENT OF PRECEPTORS While involved in the clinical experience, ATSs will be assigned a Preceptor. A Preceptor is an appropriately credentialed Athletic trainer, Licensed Physical Therapist, Team Physician or other Allied Health Professional. The Preceptor will ensure that the ATSs are being directly supervised and exposed to a wide variety of experiences, providing education on a daily basis. In addition, Preceptors are responsible for evaluating psychomotor skills.
The Preceptor serves as a source of information to assist the ATSs with education, practice, and mastery of clinical competencies as set by the NATA Executive Committee for Education . In addition, Preceptors are mentors and enhance the learning of the athletic training skills during clinical experiences.
A rotation system between Preceptors will be utilized during the academic year to encourage exposure of ATSs to a wide variety of techniques and educational opportunities. Duration and type of clinical experience assigned depends on the educational level of each ATS.
PRACTICE BOUNDARIES AND SUPERVISION STATUS Athletic training students shall ideally have daily personal contact with the Preceptor while at the same clinical setting. The Preceptor shall be physically present in order to intervene on behalf of the individual(s) being treated. Athletic training students are only allowed to practice athletic training related skills that are within the ATS’s level of education, competency and proficiency. If a Preceptor must leave a clinical setting (i.e. a medical emergency), the ATS may either accompany the Preceptor or be dismissed from the clinical experience until the Preceptor returns. In addition, an ATS is not to take a patient to a medical appointment or ER unless the Preceptor is present.
BREAKS Sophomore level ATS are not required to be on clinical experience during any break, this includes Fall , Thanksgiving, Christmas, Spring and Easter breaks. However, a sophomore student may choose to fill out a voluntary clinical experience form to request to continue his/her clinical experience during the associated break.
Junior/Senior level students may be required to be at clinical experience during breaks as determined by the assigned Preceptor. Any student choosing to go beyond assigned clinical experience may request an extension through a voluntary clinical experience.
35 Preceptors will notify the ATS in a timely fashion of expected attendance over breaks and pre- seasons. This will be established before the clinical experience begins and identified on the schedule that has been developed and discussed between the ATS and Preceptor.
REQUEST FOR VOLUNTARY CLINICAL EXPERIENCE Athletic training students may request a voluntary clinical experience in addition to the required clinical experiences outlined previously. The voluntary clinical experience will be governed by the following principles: A request form should be filled out and turned into the ATEP Director at least two weeks in advance for consideration (Appendix II, pg. 51) ATS will not replace staff athletic trainers in their duties The experience will not be graded or count for course credit The experience cannot conflict with required clinical experience The experience cannot take away from the educational experience of other ATS Request must be approved by ATEP Director and respective Preceptor The respective coaching staff must approve ATS travel when applicable ATS is responsible for getting approval from professors to miss class due to travel ATS is responsible for making up any missed course work due to travel
INCLEMENT WEATHER No ATS will attend clinical experience (major, mini, or affiliate) if the school has closed due to inclement weather. This includes both on-campus and off-campus sites. If the university has not closed and the ATS is unable to attend clinical experience due to weather conditions at his/her location, he/she must contact his/ her supervising Preceptor and the CEC. Vice versa, it is also the responsibility of the Preceptor to contact the ATS if he/she is unable to make it to that day’s assigned time. In the case where an off-campus site is closed and Gardner-Webb is not, the ATS will need to contact the off-campus site for rescheduling and further information. If at any time the ATS is unsure of whether to attend or not to attend, he/she should contact the CEC.
TRAVEL When traveling with an athletic team as a part of ATS’s assigned clinical experience, ATSs are expected to dress neatly and professionally. In some cases the athletic teams dress code for traveling will supersede this policy, but only when it is stricter. If an ATS is unsure what to wear, they should find out from the Preceptor before going. When traveling, or on an overnight trip, the ATS is representing Gardner-Webb University and at no time should the ATS engage in behavior that is inappropriate. Consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited and will not be tolerated. If an ATS does violate this policy disciplinary actions will be taken by both the ATEP and Gardner-Webb University. Please refer to the Disciplinary Policy on page 9. AT NO TIME will an ATS drive a vehicle for an athletic team or ride with unauthorized personnel. ATS travel should be regarded as a privilege.
EVALUATIONS Evaluations are an important part of the Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Educational Program and are conducted in various formats. The ATSs are evaluated on didactic knowledge through oral and/or written testing in the athletic training major courses. Additional evaluative tools utilized in the Athletic Training Educational Program are described below.
The individual psychomotor competencies (as determined by the NATA Executive Committee) are evaluated through skill checklists which are completed as a requirement for each Athletic Training
Clinical class (a blank copy of these skills are located in the black “clinical skills notebook” in the Football Center and in the LYCC classroom). The individual psychomotor skills designated for the specific clinical course are given to each ATS at the beginning of each semester. During each of the two-hour Athletic Training Clinical courses, ATSs are evaluated on skills learned and practiced in their athletic training courses from the previous semester. These skills may be evaluated outside of class with any Preceptor, especially the ATS’s assigned Preceptor. These evaluations will be performed in a one-on-one situation. Often a person acting as a model/patient will be used by the ATS for patient interaction while demonstrating proficiency in a specific skill. Once the skill sheets have been completed they are kept in the ATEP Director’s office in a blue notebook titled “Completed Clinical Skills Notebook”. Athletic training students learn skills over time through repeat evaluations that occur in several formats. Please refer to the individual Athletic Training Clinical course syllabus for specifics regarding evaluation and grading criteria for psychomotor skill assessment.
Learning over time is also demonstrated in the Athletic Training Clinical classes through “global evaluations” and the clinical experience through “real-time evaluations.” Global evaluations involve giving the ATS a scenario and having the student perform appropriate tasks according to his/her knowledge and skill base. The following is an example of how global evaluations occur. An ATS is given a scenario where a conscious individual is on the gymnasium floor with a shoulder injury. The Preceptor would expect a sophomore ATS to be able to assess the scene for safety, check the victim’s vital signs, splint the victim and call the EMS with appropriate information as necessary. A senior ATS may be given that same basic scenario, but the injury would require more assessment skills and special testing. As these ATSs assess and treat the individual, they will be evaluated by the Preceptor who will be recording the evaluation on paper and/or video. These global evaluations help to incorporate the skills that an ATS should have obtained at each level of his/her education, are subsequently graded and reviewed with the ATS. Real-time evaluations are those evaluations performed & completed by the ATS in a real- life situation and evaluated by the assigned Preceptor at the clinical experience. The ATS is expected to complete the specified number of evaluations (ranging from upper-extremity evaluations to designing and implementing rehabilitation protocols) by the end of his/her senior year. The Individual record form is kept in the ATS’s Gray, Clinical experience notebook. The Preceptor indicates the specific skill performed by the ATS and records it on the record form. In addition, a clinical SOAP note is provided as evidence of completion. Please refer to appendix II for an example of the record form.
Journals are another evaluation tool utilized by the Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Educational Program. During each major, mini, and affiliate clinical experience, the ATSs are required to keep a journal. These journals are used as a way for the ATS to record what skills and experiences they observed and/or performed during time spent at clinical experience. How many journals and the content included in each journal is level specific. The guidelines for the journals are found in the ATTR clinical course syllabi. In addition to journals, ATSs will complete an end of semester paper. The objective of each end of the semester paper is to reflect back over the entire semester, summarize the experience both in the didactic portion and clinical portion of the ATS’s experience. The journals and papers are graded and kept by the by the instructor of the class. Please refer to ATTR clinical course syllabus regarding content, grading guidelines, and due dates for journals and papers.
In addition, each Preceptor completes formal written evaluations of the ATSs. During major clinical experiences, these evaluations are conducted at mid- experience (week 6/8) and at the end of the experience (week 12/16). The major clinical experience evaluations become another portion of the final grade for the Clinical class in which the clinical experience ends. For example, if the clinical 37 experience is Women’s Basketball, the evaluation grade would be part of the Clinical class that occurred during that ATS’s spring semester. For each mini or affiliate site experience, evaluations are completed at the end of the experience. These evaluations are not graded due to the short duration in which they last, but offer feedback to each respective ATS to allow for growth into the role of the entry-level athletic trainer.
At the end of major, mini or affiliate site experiences (and also in the middle of a major clinical experience) the ATSs and their Preceptor schedule a meeting to discuss the evaluation. This is important to both because it allows for a discussion of the clinical experience, what was learned, and any concerns for improvement. Both the Preceptor and ATS write comments on the evaluation, sign the evaluation, and a copy is placed in each ATS’s file for reflection in the future.
Additionally, each ATS completes on-line evaluations on his/her respective Preceptor and assigned site. Results are reviewed and summarized by the ATEP Director or CEC and distributed to respective Preceptor. Students also complete a self-evaluation at the middle and end of a major rotation and at the completion of mini and affiliate site rotations, to be submitted to ATS’s assigned Preceptor. All evaluations are utilized to promote a reflective nature within the program by providing an outlet for feedback. The end goal is to allow the ATS(s) and staff opportunity to review the educational experience and make changes for the betterment of the student(s), staff, and program.
Finally, an ATS has an exit exam just prior to graduation from the Athletic Training Educational Program as part of Athletic Training Seminar (ATTR 430). As an evaluative tool, the exit exam along with all previous evaluations demonstrates the ATS’s growth in both skill and knowledge. Through the use of these evaluative tools, the Athletic Training Educational Program is able to accomplish the goals of the program which include producing competent entry-level athletic trainers.
Sample Clinical Experience Paperwork
Refer to Appendix II: Request for Voluntary Clinical Experience page 51 Clinical Experience Syllabus page 52 Clinical Experience Goals and Expectations Form page 56 Real Time Evaluations Record page 57 Refer to Appendix III Sophomore Clinical Experience Evaluation page 61 Junior Clinical Experience Evaluation page 63 Senior Clinical Experience Evaluation page 65 Affiliate Site Clinical Experience Evaluation of ATS page 67 Preceptor and Clinical Site Evaluation page 70
MODEL OF LEARNING PROGRESSION (How each aspect of the educational program relates)
Learning Practice Application Classroom Labs Clinical Experience
Initial introduction of concepts and ideas in the Involves the acquisition and practice of clinical Clinical experience provides the ATS with the classroom. skills under the supervision of a Preceptor. opportunity apply these skills in the clinical environment (i.e., the athletic training room, practice/game coverage).
Example: Example: Practice of Lachman’s in lab. ATS is evaluated Example: Lachman’s test for the knee introduced in class. on skill for the first time in the two-hour Application of Lachman’s in clinical Athletic Training Clinical class. experience with supervision of a Preceptor. ASSUMPTION OF RISK Majoring in athletic training requires an acceptance of the risk of injury. Although the risk of catastrophic injury may be remote, you should be aware that serious injury can occur as a result of participation in athletic training. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF INSURANCE POLICY All athletic training students (ATS) in the Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Educational Program (ATEP) are required to have Primary Insurance coverage. ATSs are insured under a Secondary Insurance Policy provided by GWU-Athletics. If an injury occurs while performing the duties of an ATS under the supervision of a GWU employee the secondary insurance coverage will pay the remaining portions of medical bills after the ATS’s Primary Insurance carrier has made its payment. Please note the ATS may be required to submit EOBs and Itemized bills for payment to occur. The Secondary insurance does not cover the ATS for illnesses or injuries sustained at affiliate sites. CONFIDENTIALITY POLICY ATSs are expected to adhere to the Athletic Training Department’s Confidentiality Policy at all times. ATSs that do not adhere to this policy may be dismissed from the ATEP. ATSs will sign a confidentially agreement each year.
LIABILITY INSURANCE Currently, Gardner-Webb University supplies liability insurance for all ATSs in the program. This is a University policy that covers the ATS during any university-sponsored event/activity. The cost for the policy will be absorbed by the University. If an ATS chooses to participate in an athletic training related internship, volunteer, or work experience outside the University, this policy will not cover the ATS. If liability insurance is required in such a case, it will be the ATS’s responsibility to obtain a personal liability insurance policy. DRESS CODE The purpose of the dress code is to create a professional image and allow ATSs to be identified by coaches, athletes, visiting teams and others as a part of the Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Educational Program. This creates a professional image within and outside of the Gardner-Webb community. Appropriate Athletic Training attire must be worn when an ATS is at an assigned clinical experience or observation which includes: the athletic training room, practices, games, and affiliate sites. In addition, appropriate attire is to be worn when attending the health and safety guest speakers, doctor’s dictations and physicals. This attire is NOT to be worn while out socializing. It is not intended as a dress code for what the ATSs wear outside of their educational responsibilities.
Clothing should be appropriate for the situation: Game Attire and Affiliate sites Khaki/ Casual slacks Collared game-shirts/dress shirt (tucked in) (color of game shirt should be of the same color for both preceptor and ATS)
Appropriate/functional close-toed shoes Basketball: non-marking soles Football: athletic shoes ***This is the minimum requirement. Each site may have other requirements and request the ATS to dress to those requirements. *** Practice Attire Black shorts (mid-thigh) or black wind pants Athletic Training practice t-shirt/shirt (tucked in) 40 Athletic shoes and socks *** When outdoors, ATSs are expected to dress for the current conditions, but must also be prepared should these conditions change (i.e. rain gear on rainy days).*** ATEP Classroom While the classroom is not part of the clinical education part it is still a part of the educational experience and as such, the ATS should be presentable in class and dress appropriately for the situation.
General Considerations 1. Hair should be kept at a length that appears neat and maintained. Facial hair is discouraged. If the ATS decides to have facial hair, it should be kept trimmed and neat. 2. Open toed shoes such as sandals and flip-flops cannot be worn during clinical educational experiences because of requirements by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) to prevent work-place injuries and disease transmission. All shoes worn during clinical experience should be functional in nature and allow the ATS to meet the physical demands required of the clinical experience. 3. Jeans may be worn during educational experiences when appropriate. Jeans should also be neat in appearance and fit appropriately. 4. Clothing with inappropriate comments/logos (sexual, racial, drug/alcohol/tobacco, and/or profanity) will not be tolerated. 5. Hats are for outdoors only. They should not be worn in the ATR. 6. Clothing, outer wear, and hats should not display any athletic logo other than that of the sponsoring institution. 7. Tongue rings, facial piercings, and long dangly earrings should not be worn during clinical experience. This poses a safety issue. 8. If an ATS is not following the above dress code he/she may be asked to leave by any supervising ACI and change into appropriate attire. If an ATS is a chronic offender he/she may be asked to leave and not to return that day. Please refer to the disciplinary policy on page 10. 9. If the ATS leaves the athletic training educational program for any reason, other than graduation, he/she is required to return any and all uniforms (T-shirts, jackets, etc). Failure to do so will result in either an administrative hold place on the student’s account or the ATS being billed to replace the items previously issued to them as majors within the athletic training educational program.
41 COMMUNICABLE DISEASE POLICY The purpose of the Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Educational Program (GWU ATEP) Communicable Disease Policy is to protect the health and safety of the students enrolled in the GWU ATEP. It is designed to provide Athletic Training Students (ATS), Preceptor, and athletic training faculty with a plan to assist in the management of students with infectious diseases as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
What are communicable diseases? A communicable disease is an illness that is highly contagious and poses a serious potential for lasting ill effects because of high rates of morbidity or mortality. It is important to be aware of and guard against the four main types of transmission including direct physical contact, air (through a cough, sneeze, or other particle inhaled), a vehicle (ingested or injected), and a vector (via animals or insects).
Communicable diseases cited by the CDC include but are not limited to:
- Bloodborne pathogens - Streptococcal infection - Diarrheal diseases - Zoster - Hepatitis viruses - Gastrointestinal infections - Measles - Influenza - Pediculosis - Cytomegalovirus infections - Scabies - Enteroviral infections - Varicella - Human immunodeficiency virus - SARS (HIV) - Poliomyelitis - Mumps - Staphylococcus aureus - Rubella - Conjunctivitis - Tuberculosis - Diptheria - Viral respiratory infections - Herpes Simplex - Parovirus - Meningococcal infections - Rabies - Pertussis
Guidelines for Prevention of Exposure and Infection 1. ATS must successfully complete annual Bloodborne Pathogen Training. 2. ATS are required to use proper hand washing techniques and practice good hygiene at all times. 3. ATS are required to use Universal Precautions at all times when functioning as an ATS in the GWU ATEP. This applies to GWU clinical sites and affiliated clinical sites. 4. ATS are not to provide patient care if they have active signs or symptoms of a communicable disease.
Guidelines for Managing Potential Infection 1. An ATS who has been exposed to a potential infection before, during, or after a clinical experience should report that exposure to his/her Preceptor immediately. 2. Any ATS, who demonstrates signs or symptoms of infection or disease that may place him/her and/or his/her patients at risk, should report that potential infection or disease immediately to the Preceptor so that they can set up a referral to a physician. 3. The ATS is responsible for keeping the GWU ATEP Coordinator informed of his/her conditions that require extended care and/or missed class/clinical time. ATS may be 42 required to provide written documentation from a physician to return to class and/or clinical site. 4. If an ATS feels ill enough to miss ANY class, that ATS should notify the appropriate instructor immediately. 5. If an ATS feels ill enough to miss ANY clinical experience, that ATS should notify the GWU CEC and Preceptor immediately. 6. If an ATS misses or is dismissed from classes or clinical experience due to illness they are not to attend classes or clinical experience until released by physician or 24 hours after resolution of fever, whichever is later. See Appendix I on page 45 for agreement page
43 BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS POLICY Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Department strives to maintain a safe and healthy working environment. Part of this includes having a Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan (See Appendix IV, page 71, for the detailed plan). Although ATSs are not employed by GWU, through their educational experience they may come in contact with blood or other potentially infectious material (OPIM) and therefore are covered by the University’s Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan. Annual Bloodborne Pathogen training is required of all prospective and current ATSs. Initial training occurs in ATTR 101 and continues each subsequent fall after. Personal protective equipment and regulated biohazard waste disposal is provided in all athletic training facilities and athletic training supervised athletic events. In the event of accidental bodily exposure to blood or OPIM, the ATS is to follow cleansing procedures outlined in Bloodborne Pathogen training and report incident immediately to their Preceptor or other AT staff member to ensure proper procedure and documentation.
44 SECTION 4
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
“The greatest power that a person possesses is the power to choose.” J. Martin Kohe WORK-STUDY Work-study is available in the Athletic Training Department for students eligible as determined by the financial aid office. All work-study assignments to Athletic Training will be a separate entity from the requirements of the Athletic Training Educational Program. An ATS, who is also assigned work-study in the Athletic Training Department, may not receive pay for anything required academically of the Athletic Training Major. Decisions regarding work study duties will exclude tasks that require knowledge gained in athletic training coursework. Additionally work study students will not replace the duties and responsibilities of staff athletic trainers.
Some students will be accepted for work-study who are not Athletic Training Majors. These positions are for computer-data entry and are requested based on a student’s prior experience with computers and/or clerical work. Applications will be sent from the Financial Aid office and reviewed by the Work-Study Coordinator for the Athletic Training Department. When opportunity allows, an interview may be requested by the Work-Study Coordinator. Because students in this position may have access to student-athlete’s medical records as part of their work-study assignment, they will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement.
Refer to the Work-Study Manual available from the Work-Study Coordinator for Athletic Training for more details and policies and procedures.
SCHOLARSHIPS The athletic training educational program administers .77 of a full scholarship as grant-in-aid money awarded by the Financial Aid Department. Freshmen are not eligible to receive monies through the program. Sophomores, juniors and seniors receive a graduated amount of money each year equally distributed based on their level of education and satisfactory academic progress.
In addition, ATSs are eligible to apply for (2) $2,000 scholarships provided by OrthoCarolina and Cleveland Physical Therapy Associates. Refer to Appendix I (page 50) for criteria and additional information about how to apply for these scholarships.
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SECTION 5
APPENDICES
“If you treat an individual as if he were what he ought to be and could be, he will become what he ought to be and could be.” Johann Wolfgang von Goeth Appendix I
Athletic Training Education Program Forms ATHLETIC TRAINING - B.S. Degree (Effective Fall 2012)
NAME______Soc. Sec. #______ID #______Last First Middle
BASIC COURSE REQUIREMENTS: 54-65 Hours Date Grade I. Dimensions of the Humanities (11-21 hrs.) Composition, Literature, and Communication (11-12) ENGL 101 3 ______ENGL 102 3 ______
212, 231, 232, 251 ____ 3 ______COMM 233 3 ______MAJOR: 42 Hours Foreign Language ____ 3 ______Date Grade (Must complete through ____ 3 ______Athletic Training 101 1 ______201 level) ____ 3 ______200 2 ______II. Dimensions of Faith (6 hrs.) 201 2 ______RELI 101 3 ______300 2 ______RELI 102 3 ______301 2 ______III. Dimensions of Heritage (15 hrs.) 400 2 ______Western Heritage 401 2 ______HIST 101 3 ______222 3 ______HIST 102 3 ______225 3 ______Global Heritage (Choose one) 230 2 ______324 3 ______SSCI 205 3 ______325 3 ______RELI 245 3 ______332 3 ______American Heritage (Choose two) 342 3 ______ECON 203 3 ______402 3 ______POLS 202 3 ______404 3 ______HIST 245 3 ______430 3 ______COMM 230 3 ______IV. Dimensions of Self (10 hrs.) INTERDISCIPLINARY MINOR: 18 hrs UNIV 111 3 ______(Hours may be used in another minor if HEWE 221 3 ______appropriate.) Choose one: Exercise Sci. 335 3 ______ARTS 225, MUSC 225, ____ 3 ______306 3 ______THEA 235 224 3 ______Physical Dimensions of Wellness – Biology 203 4 ______Choose one course from one of following areas: ____ 1 204 4 ______Elective ____ 1 ______PHED 140-145 PHED 150-159 OPTIONAL MINOR: 18-21 Hours PHED 160-165 (Any minor offered by the University) V. Dimensions of Scientific Inquiry (8 hrs.) ______BIOL 101 4 ______Choose one: CHEM 103, 111, 251, ______GEOL 101, 102, 105, 106, ______PHYS 103, 104, 201, 203 ____ 4 ______VI. The Quantitative Dimension (3-4 hrs.) ______Choose one: ____ 3-4 ______DIMENSIONS: 3 Hours MATH 105 (recommended), 110, 150, 151, 21 (.5 each semester) ______ELECTIVES: ______
49 GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC TRAINING
ATHLETIC TRAINING STUDENT MANUAL AGREEMENT
I, ______have thoroughly read the 2012-2013 Athletic Training Student Manual and have had any questions answered that I may have had. I understand and agree to abide by all policies, procedures, and conditions as stated within the Athletic Training Student Manual. I agree that if at any time I am in violation of any section of the Athletic Training Student Manual I will be subject to the disciplinary action as stated in the Athletic Training Student Manual. I also understand that if I choose to leave or am dismissed from the Athletic Training Educational Program, I forfeit all scholarships awarded through the Athletic Training Educational Program and may lose my work study assignment with the Athletic Training Program.
Signature______
Date ______
ATEP Director______
Date ______Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Educational Program Application Year _____ Personal: Name: ______Date: ______Year in school: ______Preferred name or Nickname: ______Date of Birth: ______School Address: ______Phone: (____) ______Permanent Address: ______Phone: (____) ______Parent/Guardian Name(s): ______High School Information: High School: ______Graduation date: ______High School GPA: ______SAT/ACT scores: ______Were you an Athletic Training Student Aide in high school: ______How many years: ______Name and address of high school athletic trainer: ______College Students Complete: Previous college(s) attended and dates: ______Major(s): ______GPA: ______Credit hours completed at and or transferring to Gardner-Webb University: ______Were you an athletic training student at any previous colleges or universities: ______Do you have documented clinical observation hours signed by an athletic trainer: ______If yes how many hours: ______List three professional references (faculty, staff, previous/current employer, high school AT, etc.): Please have each reference submit a letter of recommendation Name Title Address Phone 1. ______2. ______3. ______Essay Questions: Please type your answers to the following questions on a separate sheet of paper. Please make sure your answers are typed in 12 font, Times New Roman Font, and double spaced.
1. What qualities or skills do you possess that would make you a good athletic trainer? 2. How does your past experience demonstrate that you are a dependable, productive, reliable, and efficient prospective Athletic Trainer? 3. What are your current career goals and objectives? Observation Paper Instructions: An aspect of the application process is to provide a writing sample. Please utilize the following guidelines. Make sure your answers are typed in 12 font, Times New Roman Font, double spaced, and a minimum of 2 pages. Discuss the things you have observed during your observation period that have impressed upon you the importance of athletic training as a profession. Discuss how your view of athletic training changed or expanded over the course of this semester. Discuss how this experience has encouraged you in pursuing athletic training as a major. TECHNICAL STANDARDS The Athletic Training Educational Program at Gardner-Webb University is a rigorous and intense, competency-based program that places specific requirements and demands on the students enrolled in the program. These specific requirements are determined by National Athletic Trainer’s Association- Education Council and are identified in the document “NATA Athletic Training Education Competencies”. An objective of this program is to prepare graduates to enter a variety of employment settings and to render care to a wide spectrum of individuals engaged in physical activity. The technical standards set forth by the Athletic Training Educational Program establish the essential qualities considered necessary for students admitted to this program to achieve the knowledge, skills, and competencies of an entry-level athletic trainer, as well as meet the expectations of the program's accrediting agency (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education [CAATE]). The following abilities and expectations must be met by all students admitted to the Athletic Training Educational Program. For a listing of the specific cognitive and psychomotor skills necessary for successful completion of the Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Educational Program, please refer to the Clinical Skills Notebook or contact the Athletic Training Educational Program Director. The cognitive and psychomotor skills are grouped to make up the individual courses within the Athletic Training major. For course descriptions and listings, please refer to the Gardner-Webb University Undergraduate Catalog or pages outlined previously. In the event a student is unable to fulfill these technical standards (with reasonable accommodation for a student with a documented disability as determined by the Gardner-Webb University NOEL Program) the student will not be admitted into the program.
Compliance with the program’s technical standards does not guarantee a student’s eligibility for the BOC certification exam.
Candidates for selection to the Athletic Training Educational Program must demonstrate the standards listed below. 1. The mental capacity to assimilate, analyze, synthesize, integrate concepts and problem solve to formulate assessment and therapeutic judgments and to be able to distinguish deviations from the norm. 2. Sufficient postural and neuromuscular control, sensory function, and coordination to perform appropriate physical examinations using accepted techniques; and accurately, safely and efficiently use equipment and materials during the assessment and treatment of patients. 3. The ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients and colleagues, including individuals from different cultural and social backgrounds; this includes, but is not limited to, the ability to establish rapport with patients and communicate judgments and treatment information effectively. Students must be able to understand and speak the English language at a level consistent with competent professional practice. 4. The ability to record the physical examination results and a treatment plan clearly and accurately. 5. The capacity to maintain composure and continue to function well during periods of high stress. 6. The perseverance, diligence and commitment to complete the athletic training Educational Program as outlined and sequenced. 7. Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing situations and uncertainty in clinical situations. 8. Affective skills and appropriate demeanor and rapport that relate to professional education and quality patient care. Candidates for selection to the athletic training educational program will be required to verify they understand and meet these technical standards or that they believe that, with certain accommodations, they can meet the standards.
The Gardner-Webb University NOEL Program will evaluate a student who states he/she could meet the program’s technical standards with accommodation and confirm that the stated condition qualifies as a disability under applicable laws.
If a student states he/she can meet the technical standards with accommodation, then the University will determine whether it agrees that the student can meet the technical standards with reasonable accommodation; this includes a review of whether the accommodations requested are reasonable, taking into account whether accommodation would jeopardize clinician/patient safety, or the educational process of the student or the institution, including all course-work, clinical experiences and internships deemed essential to graduation. Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Technical Standards Acknowledgment and/or Request for Accommodation
Each candidate must choose one of the following:
I certify that I have read and understand the technical standards, and I believe to the best of my knowledge that I meet each of the standards without accommodation. I understand that if I am unable to meet the technical standards I will not be admitted into the program.
______Signature of Candidate Date
______Witness
I certify that I have read and understand the technical standards and I believe to the best of my knowledge that I can meet each of the standards with certain accommodations. I will contact the Gardner-Webb University NOEL Program to determine what accommodations may be available. I understand that if I am unable to meet the technical standards with reasonable accommodations, I will not be admitted into the program.
______Signature of Candidate Date
______Witness GARDNER-WEBB UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC TRAINING
ATHLETIC TRAINING COMMUNICABLE DISEASE POLICY AND BLOOD BORNE PATHOGEN POLICY AGREEMENT
I, ______have thoroughly read the communicable disease policy and have had any questions answered that I may have had. My signature indicates I understand and agree to the stated policy. In addition, my signature indicates I have received Bloodborne Pathogen training, have read the Policy as stated in the ATS Manual, and agree to abide by it. I understand for the safety of those in my care and my own safety, it is essential for me to follow established procedures.
Signature______
Date ______
ATEP Director______
Date ______Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Confidentiality Agreement
Confidentiality Statement: Because of my association and/or interaction with Gardner-Webb University’s Department of Athletic Training, I may have periodic opportunities of unintentional access to the organization’s Protected Health Information (PHI). I understand that Gardner-Webb University’s Department of Athletic Training is concerned with the protection of this information and that any/all of my observances will remain confidential.
I further understand that any disclosure of this type of information will jeopardize my future association and/or interaction with Gardner-Webb University’s Department of Athletic Training.
______Signature
______Classification (Athletic Training Staff, Staff, Athletic Training Student, Student, Work-Study)
______Witness
______Date Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Consent to Participate and Acknowledgment of Risk
Name:______Sport:______Date:______
Participation in ______(sport) requires an acceptance of the risk of injury. Although the risk of catastrophic injury may be remote, you should be aware that serious injury, including paralysis and even death can occur as a result of participation in intercollegiate athletics. By your signature(s), below, you acknowledge that you accept the risk of participation in the sport of ______, and give your consent to participation.
This is the____ day of ______. 20___ .
ATS’s Name:______Date of Birth______
ATS’s Signature______Date:______,20___
Parent’s Signature:______Date:______,20___ (Needed if ATS is under 18 years of age.)
Gardner-Webb University Intercollegiate Student-Athlete Insurance Program (First-Year, Second-Year and Third Year Participants ONLY) All Student-Athletes/ATS entering Gardner-Webb University who are first-year, second-year, and third-year participants are REQUIRED to have primary health care insurance in the State of North Carolina that will cover the student-athlete while participating in intercollegiate athletics in emergency and non-emergency situations. Primary health care insurance is the health insurance that will pay first on medical claims. This primary health care insurance policy must have a minimum coverage limit of $10,000. A photocopy of your primary insurance card (front and back side of the card) must be submitted to the Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Department. Failure to comply will keep the student- athlete from participating in their respective sports until primary health care insurance is obtained and on file with the Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Department. In addition to the primary health care insurance coverage you provide, Gardner-Webb University will provide secondary insurance for injuries sustained while participating in intercollegiate athletics for Gardner-Webb University. The secondary insurance coverage provided by Gardner-Webb University will pay medical expenses that are reasonable and customary after the primary health care insurance pays their portion including up to $1,000.00 of any deductible on your primary coverage. NO pre-existing injuries or congenital disorders will be covered under the secondary insurance policy. It is the responsibility of the student-athlete and his or her parent/legal guardian to notify the University IMMEDIATELY upon any change in your primary health care insurance coverage. Failure to notify the University within 30 days of any changes in the student-athlete’s medical insurance coverage may nullify Gardner-Webb University from responsibility regarding any medical bills.
We strongly recommend that you research and understand your primary health care insurance benefits prior to your arrival on campus to make sure that your son/daughter is covered in the State of North Carolina and while participating in intercollegiate athletics. It is recommended that if you have a HMO/PPO plan, you call your carrier to inquire about coverage in the Cleveland County Area and secure “guest privileges” for a local provider. Also, it would be advisable to look into your out-of-network coverage in the Cleveland County area. Tricare, Medicare/Medicaid, or any government sponsored insurance does not cover you while you are participating in intercollegiate athletics and will NOT be accepted as primary health care insurance coverage. If you participate in any government sponsored insurance or have no primary health care insurance coverage you MUST purchase a primary health care insurance policy that will cover you while participating in intercollegiate athletics. If you are not using your parent or guardian’s insurance and need a recommendation for coverage to purchase, please contact the Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Department. Please note that the University accepts no responsibility based on any recommendations made concerning primary health care insurance coverage available for you to purchase as these are only recommendations.
When a student-athlete is injured, all medical insurance claims will be filed with your primary health care insurance company. The following information is required from the student-athlete in order to process a claim with the secondary insurance company:
1) Itemized bills from all medical providers 2) Explanations of Benefits (EOB’s) from your medical insurance company 3) Receipts from payments made to medical providers
The Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training staff will assist in expediting the dissemination of this information to the secondary insurance company and process the remaining portion of the claim for you. Please be advised that if a balance still exists after both primary and secondary insurance have paid, this will be the responsibility of the student-athlete.
Your signature on this letter indicates that you have read, understood, and will comply with all that is stated above. Any false information will nullify Gardner-Webb University from responsibility regarding any medical bills.
“I, ______have read the above letter and understand that Gardner-Webb University is responsible on a secondary basis only for injuries which occur while representing Gardner-Webb University in an athletic practice or competition. I also verify that all the insurance information that I have provided is correct and complete.”
______/ Student-Athlete’s Signature Date Date of Birth/Current Age
______Parent’s Signature Date GARDNER-WEBB ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATION PROGRAM ATHLETIC TRAINING STUDENT PROGRAM EVALUATION FORM
STUDENT EVALUATOR NAME: ______DATE: ______SEMESTER:______LEVEL: ______
EVALUATE THE ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATION PROGRAM, USING THE FOLLOWING SCALE.
1: NOT ACCEPTABLE 2: BELOW AVERAGE, NEEDS IMPROVEMENT 3: AVERAGE 4: ABOVE AVERAGE 5: EXCELLENT N/A: NOT ENOUGH INFORMATION TO EVALUATE
Availability of Preceptors 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Quality of Clinical Instruction 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
RATE THE PROGRAM ON HOW YOU FEEL IT PREPARES YOU IN EACH OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
Prevention Of Injuries To The Physically Active 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Recognition, Evaluation And Assessment Of Injuries 5 4 3 2 1 N/A To The Physically Active
Immediate Care Of Injuries To The Physically Active 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Treatment, Rehabilitation And Reconditioning Of 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Injuries To The Physically Active
Organization And Administration Of Athletic 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Training Program
Education And Counseling The Physically Active 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Person With Injuries
Professional Development In Athletic Training 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
STRENGTHS:
AREAS NEEDING IMPROVEMENT: Scholarship Announcement Description:
Gardner-Webb University’s Athletic Training Department is screening candidates for two scholarships. The scholarships are in the amount of $2000.00 each and are offered by the physicians of OrthoCarolina - Shelby and by Don Miller, PT of Cleveland Physical Therapy Associates. Recipients will receive $1000.00 per semester for the 2011-2012 academic school year. Please note these scholarships are for one year only. If available, worthy candidates can re-apply for the following year.
Qualifications:
Scholarships are open to any student who has been formally accepted into the athletic training major and who has a minimum GPA of 3.0.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates must submit the following to the Director of Athletic Training by the end of the working day on Friday, March 2013:
1. Three letters of reference/recommendation. Letters are to be from Gardner-Webb University staff, faculty or administrators who have direct knowledge of your academic performance in the classroom or athletic training proficiency in the athletic training room or with an athletic team. Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Staff, Team Physicians and/or Physical Therapist(s) cannot be used for a reference.
2. A minimum one page essay titled: “How I will use the field of Athletic Training to make a difference.”
3. A one page cover letter stating your desire to apply for this scholarship should accompany your letters of reference and essay.
All items are to be turned in at one time as a complete application. Please do not have letters sent separately from your application. They will not be considered.
Interviews: The final portion of the application process is to have an interview with the Athletic Training staff. Interviews will be scheduled after spring break for all eligible candidates.
Awards Award winners will be announced during the Athletic Training Awards and Senior Recognition Ceremony. The date and time for the Athletic Training Awards and Senior Recognition Ceremony will be posted on the Athletic Training Room doors (LYCC 130 and FB Center 132), once scheduled. Appendix II
Clinical Education Forms Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Request for Voluntary Clinical Experience
ATS: Please fill out the top portion and turn into the ATEP Director at least two weeks before approximate start date.
ATS Name:______Date:______
Requested Preceptor:______Approx. Start Date:______Approx. End Date:______
ATS Objective:______
Request: Approved Denied Reason denied:______
______Requested Preceptor Date
Request: Approved Denied Reason denied:______
______ATEP Director Date
62 Gardner-Webb University Athletic Training Clinical Experience Syllabus
Student name: ______Clinical experience: ______Fall/Spring (year) ______Preceptor: ______
Check one: Major clinical experience Mini clinical experience Affiliate site clinical experience
Check one if major or mini clinical experience: to provide the athletic training student (ATS) with an intensive clinical experience, based on level of education and skill mastery, where practical skills and knowledge of orthopedic musculoskeletal evaluations, treatment, and rehabilitation of predominantly lower extremity injuries are applied under the supervision of a Preceptor. The ATS will perform administrative duties and other practical experiences required of the entry-level athletic trainer. E.g.) basketball, cross country, track & field, and soccer. to provide the ATS with an intensive clinical experience, based on level of education and skill mastery, where practical skills and knowledge of orthopedic musculoskeletal evaluations, treatment, and rehabilitation of predominantly upper extremity injuries are applied under the supervision of a Preceptor. The ATS will perform administrative duties and other practical experiences required of the entry-level athletic trainer. E.g.) volleyball, swimming, baseball, softball, track & field, tennis, and wrestling. to provide the ATS with an intensive clinical experience, based on level of education and skill mastery, where practical skills and knowledge of injuries associated with participation in an equipment intensive sport is applied. In addition, the experience will provide the opportunity for practical skill and knowledge of orthopedic musculoskeletal evaluations, treatment and rehabilitation of both upper and lower extremity injuries to be applied under the supervision of a Preceptor. The ATS will perform administrative duties and other practical experiences required of the entry-level athletic trainer. E.g.) football, men’s lacrosse
Grading: Athletic training students will be graded on their application of acquired athletic training clinical skills and personal professional behavior, utilizing a level specific evaluation. The major clinical experience grade is included in the 30% clinical education grade of the athletic training student’s total clinical course grade for that semester. Please reference your clinical course syllabus for further information.
Major Clinical Experience
Background/Objectives: The major clinical experience will encompass 12 or 16 weeks in duration. The Preceptor will discuss actual dates of the total major clinical experience with the ATS prior to the start of the clinical experience and subsequently each week after. The ATS is allowed a maximum of 20 hours in his/her clinical experience each week, with a minimum of one day off. The ATS will be expected to apply competencies learned and mastered through interaction with the Preceptor and based on the ATS’s knowledge and skill level. As part of the experience, the ATS will be responsible for prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries occurring to student-athletes while attending practices and competitions. All of these experiences are completed under the direct supervision of a Preceptor. During the course of the clinical experience, the ATS will be expected to document the experiences that help foster the skills necessary to become an aspiring entry-level athletic trainer utilizing journals and papers submitted in the clinical course.
Evaluations: The ATS will be formally evaluated by his/her Preceptor twice during the major clinical experience: mid-experience (week 6/8) and at the end of the experience (week 12/16). In addition, the ATS will be asked to evaluate themselves, his/her Preceptor, and the clinical setting during the two evaluation periods. Peer evaluations may also be conducted if two or more ATS are assigned to a major clinical experience. Athletic training students should understand that evaluation of knowledge, skills, professionalism and attitude are constantly evaluated during his/her major clinical experience not just at specified times. Evaluations of students are kept by the assigned Preceptor. Preceptor evaluations completed electronically by the student and are reviewed by the ATEP Director and/or CEC. All associated paperwork must be turned in for successful completion of the clinical experience.
Mini Clinical Experience
Background/Objectives: The mini clinical experience will encompass a minimum of 4 weeks in duration and a minimum of 8 hours per week and maximum of 20 hours per week, with a minimum of one day off. The Preceptor will establish the dates of the experience and review them with the ATS prior to the start of the clinical experience. The ATS is expected to establish a weekly schedule with the Preceptor one week in advance utilizing the weekly schedule form. Once the form is completed, the ATS retains the original and is responsible for supplying a copy to the Preceptor. The ATS will be expected to apply competencies learned and mastered through interaction with the Preceptor and based on the ATS’s knowledge and skill level. As part of the experience, the ATS will be responsible for prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries occurring to student-athletes while attending practices and competitions. All of these experiences are completed under the direct supervision of a Preceptor. During the course of the clinical experience, the ATS will be expected to document the experiences that help foster the skills necessary to become an aspiring entry-level athletic trainer utilizing journals and papers submitted in the clinical course.
Evaluations: The ATS will be formally evaluated once during the mini clinical experience. This evaluation period will take place at the end of the clinical experience. The ATS will be asked to evaluate themselves, his/her Preceptor, and the clinical setting during this evaluation period. Peer evaluations may also be conducted if two or more ATS are assigned to a mini clinical experience. Athletic training students should understand that evaluation of knowledge, skills, professionalism and attitude are constantly evaluated during their mini clinical experience not just at specified times. Evaluations of students are kept by the assigned Preceptor. Preceptor evaluations completed electronically by the student and are reviewed by the ATEP Director and/or CEC. All associated paperwork must be turned in for successful completion of the clinical experience.
Affiliate Site Clinical Experience
Background/Objectives: Athletic training students are assigned to a Preceptor at one of four different athletic and/or allied health care affiliate sites (high school, physical therapy clinic, orthopaedic clinic, and general medicine practice). The high school and physical therapy clinic experiences will encompass 4 weeks in duration with a minimum of 8 hours per week and a maximum of 20 hours per week, with a minimum of one day off. The orthopaedic clinic and general medicine practice experiences will encompass 2 weeks each. The experiences will run congruently with a minimum of 8 hours per week and a maximum of 20 hours per week, with a minimum of one day off. The ATS may apply competencies previously learned and mastered under the direct supervision and at the discretion of the Preceptor. The Clinical Education Coordinator will establish the dates of the experience and review them with the ATS prior to the start of the clinical experience. The ATS is expected to establish a weekly schedule with the affiliate site Preceptor one week in advance utilizing the weekly schedule form. Once the form is completed, the ATS retains the original and is responsible for supplying a copy to both the Preceptor and the Clinical Education Coordinator. During the course of the clinical experience, the ATS will be expected to document the experiences that help foster the skills necessary to become an aspiring entry-level athletic trainer utilizing journals and papers submitted in the clinical course. The ATS will observe and interact with the Preceptor while he/she is providing health-care during the normal course of the day. The ATS is not to interfere with the Preceptor’s administration of healthcare to patients. Listed below are some suggested areas the ATS should attempt to be exposed to during each experience: High School Experience 1. Interact with the Preceptor while performing his/her responsibilities at the assigned high school. 2. Interview the Preceptor about differences and similarities in athletic training at the collegiate setting and or clinical setting versus a high school setting. 3. Identify differences and similarities in treating an adolescent patient vs. collegiate or other adult patient(s). 4. Acknowledge differences and similarities in record keeping and documentation with the collegiate setting and/or clinical setting. 5. Interview the Preceptor regarding limitations of a high school budget and facilities. 6. Observe a minimum of one high school competition. 7. Identify differences in handling of student athlete’s insurance at a high school vs. collegiate setting. 8. Identify any limitations on the athletic trainer’s time spent with student athletes in practice preparation. 9. Identify any legal issues involved with treating adolescent patients. Physical Therapy Clinic Experience 1. Interact with the allied health care professional while performing musculoskeletal examinations. 2. Interact with the allied health care professional while performing gait analysis and training. 3. Interact with the allied health care professional while performing isokinetic testing. 4. Interact with the allied health care professional while fabricating orthotics and various splints. 5. Interact with the allied health care professional while prescribing rehabilitation techniques, especially the use of the Swim-ex. 6. Interact with the allied health care professional while applying modalities to injuries. 7. Interact with the allied health care professional while fitting a patient for various braces. 8. Interview the office manager regarding his/her position and responsibilities. 9. Interview the person(s) responsible for contacting insurance companies for approvals and interview them about their position and responsibilities. 10. Acknowledge differences and similarities in record keeping and documentation. Orthopaedic Clinic Experience 1. Interact with the physician while doing morning rounds at Cleveland Regional Medical Center. 2. Interact with the physician while seeing patients in the office. 3. Interact with the physician assistants and interview them regarding their position and responsibilities. 4. Interact with the nurse(s)/nurse practitioner(s) and interview them regarding their position and responsibilities. 5. Interact with the radiology technician(s) and interview them about their position and responsibilities. 6. Interview the office manager regarding his/her position and responsibilities. 7. Interview the person(s) responsible for contacting insurance companies for approvals and interview them about their position and responsibilities. 8. Observe a minimum of one surgery. General Medicine Practice 1. Interact with the physician while seeing patients in the office. 2. Interact with the physician assistants and interview them regarding their position and responsibilities. 3. Interact with the nurse(s)/nurse practitioner(s) and interview them regarding their position and responsibilities. 4. Interact with the radiology technician(s) and interview them about their position and responsibilities. 5. Interact with the occupational medicine department and interview them regarding their position and responsibilities. 6. Interview the office manager regarding his/her position and responsibilities. 7. Interview the person(s) responsible for contacting insurance companies for approvals and interview them about their position and responsibilities.
Evaluations: The ATS will be formally evaluated once during the affiliate clinical experience. This evaluation period will take place at the end of each clinical experience (high school, physical therapy clinic, orthopaedic clinic, and general medicine practice). The ATS will be asked to evaluate themselves, his/her Preceptor, and the clinical setting during this evaluation period. Athletic training students should understand that evaluation of knowledge, skills, professionalism and attitude are constantly evaluated during their affiliate experience not just at specified times. Evaluations of students are kept by the CEC. Preceptor evaluations completed electronically by the student and are reviewed by the ATEP Director and/or CEC. All associated paperwork must be turned in for successful completion of the clinical experience. GWU Athletic Training Educational Program Clinical Experience Goals & Expectations Form
Student’s Name: ______Preceptor’s Name: ______Semester/Year: ______Clinical Experience: ______
Student and Preceptor: Please articulate all Goals and Expectations for this rotation. Make sure all goals are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-specific. Expectations also need to be specific. Write all of these Goals and Expectations in the space provided below. ATS, please list the athletic training courses completed in space provided (i.e., Rehab, not ATTR 332). A copy will then be place in the rotation notebook and a copy needs to be given to the student.
AT Courses Completed: ______
ATS Goals & Expectations: ______
Preceptor Goals & Expectations: ______
ATS Signature: ______Date: ______
Preceptor Signature: ______Date: ______
66 Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Real Time Evaluation Record ATS Name:______Specific Skill Set Date Preceptor Comments Performed Performed Initials Lower Extremity Evaluation #1 Evaluation #2 Evaluation #3
Upper Extremity Evaluation #1 Evaluation #2 Evaluation #3
Treatment/Modalities Pain #1 Swelling #1 Spasm #1 Other chosen goal:
Rehabilitation Upper Extremity Lower Extremity Upper/Lower Extremity
Miscellaneous Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Freshman Observation Hours
Name ______Semester/Year ______
Date Time In/Out Number of hours Total hours to date ATC Initials
Total Hours: ______
68 Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Clinical Education Hours
Name ______Month/Year ______ATTR______
Total Hours Preceptor Time In / Date Site Clinical Experiences (To 1/4 Initials Out Hour)
Major HRS (Sport)= Mini HRS (Sport) Dr. Dictation HRS= PT HRS= HS HRS= GM HRS= Ortho HRS= Monthly Total = Accumulative Total = ** ATS please have your Preceptor Initial at the completion of each day. ** Please keep this sheet in Gray Notebook.
69 70 Appendix III
Clinical Education Evaluation Forms
Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Athletic Training Observation Student Evaluation
Name:______Preceptor:______Semester/Year:______Date:______
Please rate the above student in the following area in regards to his/her performance during the assigned rotation. Please use the following scale in your evaluation. 5 - Superior 4 - Good3 - Average 2 - Fair 1 - Unacceptable
Attendance: Student scheduled times appropriately and in a timely manner 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Student was punctual and showed up for assigned times and activities 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Initiative: Student sought out unknown information 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Student demonstrated engagement in experience through active observation 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Interest: Shows interest in learning environment through appropriate conversation 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Shows interest in athletic training profession through conversation and preparedness 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Professionalism: Student was receptive to instruction and/or feedback 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Student demeanor reflects well on the profession during interactions with Preceptors, 5 4 3 2 1 N/A ATSs, patients, coaches, and medical personnel
Strengths:
Things to work on:
Preceptor: ______Date: ______ATS: ______Date: ______
72 73 Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Sophomore Level Major and Mini Clinical Experience Evaluation
Name: ______Clinical Experience: ______Date: ______Type of experience: □ Major □ Mini Timing of evaluation: □ Mid □ End Filled out by: □ Preceptor □ ATS
Please rate the above student in the following areas in regards to his/her performance during the assigned rotation. Please note that a 3 is what the average athletic training student is expected to achieve. A score of 3 is not to be viewed as negative, but rather seen as an area where improvement can be made. An athletic training student who is demonstrating skills at a higher level will earn a 4 or 5 which results in a higher grade. Please utilize the following Leichert grading scale in your responses. 5 – Excellent 4 – Above Average 3 – Average2 – Below Average 1 – Unsatisfactory N/A – Not Applicable
Athletic Training Clinical Skills: 1. Properly fits protective equipment with verbal cueing and physical assistance 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 2. Properly applies basic taping, wrapping, and/or padding principles with verbal 5 4 3 2 1 N/A cueing and physical assistance 3. Properly obtains and relays information regarding environmental conditions 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 4. Properly obtains basic information regarding medical history 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 5. Demonstrates ability to observe and interact when appropriate during observations 5 4 3 2 1 N/A and palpations for injuries/illnesses 6. Demonstrates ability to observe and interact when appropriate during range of 5 4 3 2 1 N/A motion and manual muscle testing procedures 7. Demonstrates ability to observe and interact when appropriate during special tests 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 8. Demonstrates ability to observe and interject when appropriate during diagnosis of 5 4 3 2 1 N/A injuries/illnesses 9. Properly applies appropriate management strategies for emergency situations 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 10. Properly applies therapeutic modalities with verbal cueing and physical assistance 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 11. Properly selects and applies OSHA guidelines in management of blood, body fluids, 5 4 3 2 1 N/A and medical waste safely and independently
Professional Attributes: 74 12. Properly recognizes the necessity for primacy of the patient 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 13. Properly recognizes the need to work well as a team member within the sports 5 4 3 2 1 N/A medicine team (ATS, ATC, MD, Coach, Family, etc) 14. Demonstrates ability to understand the professional code of ethics and legal 5 4 3 2 1 N/A standards 15. Demonstrates ability to recognize and respect cultural differences 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 16. Demonstrates ability to act and treat others in a dignified and respectable 5 4 3 2 1 N/A manner of professionalism 17. Demonstrates a willingness to learn and apply new skills 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 18. Demonstrates reliability and dependability 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 19. Accepts constructive criticism and sets goals based on feedback from Preceptor 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 20. Demonstrates critical thinking skills 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 21. Demonstrates adaptability and cooperation 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Comments: (Please explain any rating given a 2 and below) ______
Please fill out the total points, percentage and numerical grade for major clinical experiences only. Total points for evaluation ______/ ______total items = ______average score for evaluation Utilizing the table below please provide numerical grade: ______
Average Score Grade Equivalent Average Score Grade Equivalent 4.46-5.0 94.6-100%A 2.66-3.05 76.6-80.5% C 4.16-4.5 91.6-94.5% A- 2.36-2.65 73.6-76.5% C- 3.96-4.15 89.6-91.5% B+ 2.16-2.35 71.6-73.5%D+ 3.56-3.95 85.6-89.5% B 1.76-2.15 67.6-71.5 D 3.26-3. 55 82.6-85.5 % B- 1.46-1.75 64.6-67.5% D- 3.06-3.25 80.6-82.5%C+ 0.0-1.45 0-64.0 % F
Strengths: ______75 ______
Things to work on: ______
ATS comments: ______
Preceptor: ______Date: ______
ATS: ______Date: ______
76 Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Junior Level Major and Mini Clinical Experience Evaluation
Name: ______Clinical Experience: ______Date: ______Type of experience: □ Major □ Mini Timing of evaluation: □ Mid □ End Filled out by: □ Preceptor □ ATS
Please rate the above student in the following areas in regards to his/her performance during the assigned rotation. Please note that a 3 is what the average athletic training student is expected to achieve. A score of 3 is not to be viewed as negative, but rather seen as an area where improvement can be made. An athletic training student who is demonstrating skills at a higher level will earn a 4 or 5 which results in a higher grade. Please utilize the following Leichert grading scale in your responses. 5 – Excellent 4 – Above Average 3 – Average 2 – Below Average 1 – Unsatisfactory
Athletic Training Clinical Skills: 1. Properly selects and fits protective equipment with verbal cueing 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 2. Properly selects and applies taping, wrapping, and/or padding with verbal cueing 5 4 3 2 1 N/A for appropriate adaptations dependent on patient needs 3. Properly obtains and interprets information regarding environmental conditions 5 4 3 2 1 N/A with assistance regarding appropriate decisions 4. Demonstrates ability to ask useful questions regarding medical history 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 5. Demonstrates ability to perform appropriate observations and palpations for 5 4 3 2 1 N/A injuries/illnesses with verbal cueing 6. Demonstrates ability to perform appropriate range of motion and manual muscle 5 4 3 2 1 N/A testing procedures with verbal cueing 7. Demonstrates ability to perform appropriate special tests with verbal cueing 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 8. Demonstrates ability to properly diagnose common injuries/illnesses with assistance 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 9. Demonstrates ability to recognize and apply appropriate management strategies for 5 4 3 2 1 N/A emergency situations with minimal assistance 10.Demonstrates ability to adhere to indications, contraindications, and precautions for 5 4 3 2 1 N/A therapeutic modalities with verbal cueing 11.Demonstrates ability to properly select and apply therapeutic modalities with 5 4 3 2 1 N/A verbal cueing 12.Demonstrates ability to adhere to indications, contraindications, and precautions for 5 4 3 2 1 N/A therapeutic exercises with verbal cueing 13.Demonstrates ability to properly select and apply therapeutic exercises with 5 4 3 2 1 N/A verbal cueing 14.Properly selects and performs functional assessments and fitness testing 5 4 3 2 1 N/A for safe participation and return to activity with verbal cueing 15.Properly selects and demonstrates OSHA guidelines in management of 5 4 3 2 1 N/A blood, body fluids, and medical waste safely and independently 16.Properly documents diagnosis of injuries, illness, treatments, and therapeutic exercise 5 4 3 2 1 N/A including progressions and goals with verbal cueing 17.Properly recognizes information necessary for completing the patient-file 5 4 3 2 1 N/A management system (Insurance, PPEs, HIPPA, etc) with verbal cueing
Professional Attributes: 18.Demonstrates ability to provide for primacy of the patient with verbal cueing 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 19.Demonstrates ability to work as a team member within the sports medicine team 5 4 3 2 1 N/A (ATS, ATC, MD, Coach, Family, etc) with guidance from Preceptor
77 20.Demonstrates ability to recognize and act in accordance to the professional code of 5 4 3 2 1 N/A ethics and legal standards with guidance from Preceptor 21.Demonstrates ability to recognize and respect cultural differences 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 22.Demonstrates ability to act and treat others in a dignified and respectable 5 4 3 2 1 N/A manner of professionalism 23.Demonstrates initiative and work ethic by completing daily athletic training room tasks 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 24.Demonstrates reliability and dependability 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 25.Accepts constructive criticism and makes changes when appropriate 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 26.Demonstrates critical thinking skills 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 27.Demonstrates adaptability and cooperation 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Comments: (Please explain any rating given a 2 and below) ______
Please fill out the total points, percentage and numerical grade for major clinical experiences only. Total points for evaluation ______/ ______total items = ______average score for evaluation Utilizing the table below please provide numerical grade: ______
Average Score Grade Equivalent Average Score Grade Equivalent 4.46-5.0 94.6-100%A 2.66-3.05 76.6-80.5% C 4.16-4.5 91.6-94.5% A- 2.36-2.65 73.6-76.5% C- 3.96-4.15 89.6-91.5% B+ 2.16-2.35 71.6-73.5%D+ 3.56-3.95 85.6-89.5% B 1.76-2.15 67.6-71.5 D 3.26-3. 55 82.6-85.5 % B- 1.46-1.75 64.6-67.5% D- 3.06-3.25 80.6-82.5%C+ 0.0-1.45 0-64.0 % F
Strengths: ______
Things to work on: ______
ATS comments: ______
Preceptor: ______Date: ______
ATS: ______Date: ______
78 79 Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Senior Level Major and Mini Clinical Experience Evaluation
Name: ______Clinical Experience: ______Date: ______Type of experience: □ Major □ Mini Timing of evaluation: □ Mid □ End Filled out by: □ Preceptor □ ATS
Please rate the above student in the following areas in regards to his/her performance during the assigned rotation. Please note that a 3 is what the average athletic training student is expected to achieve. A score of 3 is not to be viewed as negative, but rather seen as an area where improvement can be made. An athletic training student who is demonstrating skills at a higher level will earn a 4 or 5 which results in a higher grade. Please utilize the following Leichert grading scale in your responses. 5 – Excellent 4 – Above Average 3 – Average 2 – Below Average 1 – Unsatisfactory
Athletic Training Clinical Skills: 1. Properly selects and fits protective equipment safely and independently 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 2. Properly selects and applies taping, wrapping, and/or padding safely and 5 4 3 2 1 N/A independently adapting to individual patient needs 3. Properly obtains, interprets, and makes decisions regarding environmental conditions 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 4. Demonstrates ability to obtain a thorough medical history 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 5. Demonstrates ability to perform appropriate observations and palpations for 5 4 3 2 1 N/A injuries/illnesses safely and independently 6. Demonstrates ability to perform appropriate range of motion and manual muscle 5 4 3 2 1 N/A testing procedures safely and independently 7. Demonstrates ability to perform appropriate special tests safely and independently 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 8. Demonstrates ability to properly diagnose common injuries/illnesses independently 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 9. Demonstrates ability to recognize and apply appropriate management strategies for 5 4 3 2 1 N/A emergency situations safely and independently 10.Demonstrates ability to adhere to indications, contraindications, and precautions for 5 4 3 2 1 N/A therapeutic modalities safely and independently 11.Demonstrates ability to properly select and apply therapeutic modalities safely 5 4 3 2 1 N/A and independently 12.Demonstrates ability to adhere to indications, contraindications, and precautions for 5 4 3 2 1 N/A therapeutic exercises safely and independently 13.Demonstrates ability to properly select and apply therapeutic exercises safely 5 4 3 2 1 N/A and independently 14.Properly selects and performs functional assessments and fitness testing 5 4 3 2 1 N/A for safe participation and return to activity safely and independently 15.Properly selects and demonstrates OSHA guidelines in management of 5 4 3 2 1 N/A blood, body fluids, and medical waste safely and independently 16.Properly documents diagnosis of injuries, illness, treatments, and therapeutic exercise 5 4 3 2 1 N/A including progressions and goals safely and independently 17.Properly recognizes information necessary for completing the patient-file 5 4 3 2 1 N/A management system (Insurance, PPEs, HIPPA, etc) safely and independently
Professional Attributes: 18.Demonstrates ability to provide for primacy of the patient safely and independently 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 19.Demonstrates ability to work as a team member within the sports medicine team 5 4 3 2 1 N/A (ATS, ATC, MD, Coach, Family, etc)
80 20.Demonstrates ability to recognize and act in accordance to the professional code of 5 4 3 2 1 N/A ethics and legal standards 21.Demonstrates ability to recognize and respect cultural differences 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 22.Demonstrates ability to act and treat others in a dignified and respectable 5 4 3 2 1 N/A manner of professionalism 23.Demonstrates initiative and work ethic 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 24.Demonstrates reliability and dependability 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 25.Seeks and accepts constructive criticism and makes changes when appropriate 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 26.Demonstrates critical thinking skills 5 4 3 2 1 N/A 27.Demonstrates adaptability and cooperation 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Comments: (Please explain any rating given a 2 and below) ______
Please fill out the total points, percentage and numerical grade for major clinical experiences only. Total points for evaluation ______/ ______total items = ______average score for evaluation Utilizing the table below please provide numerical grade: ______
Average Score Grade Equivalent Average Score Grade Equivalent 4.46-5.0 94.6-100%A 2.66-3.05 76.6-80.5% C 4.16-4.5 91.6-94.5% A- 2.36-2.65 73.6-76.5% C- 3.96-4.15 89.6-91.5% B+ 2.16-2.35 71.6-73.5%D+ 3.56-3.95 85.6-89.5% B 1.76-2.15 67.6-71.5 D 3.26-3. 55 82.6-85.5 % B- 1.46-1.75 64.6-67.5% D- 3.06-3.25 80.6-82.5%C+ 0.0-1.45 0-64.0 % F
Strengths: ______
Things to work on: ______
ATS comments: ______
Preceptor: ______Date: ______
ATS: ______Date: ______
81 82 Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Affiliate Site Clinical Experience Evaluation
Name:______Clinical Experience:______Preceptor:______Semester/Year:______Date:______Filled out by: ATS Preceptor
Please rate the above student in the following area in regards to his/her performance during the assigned rotation. Please use the following scale in your evaluation. 5 - Excellent 4 – Above Average 3 - Average 2 – Below Average 1 - Unsatisfactory
Attendance: Student scheduled times appropriately and completed appropriate number of hours 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Student was punctual and showed up for assigned times and activities 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Quality of Work: Carried out assigned tasks with detail and efficient 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Takes safety precautions without need and constant instruction 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Student was dependable when carrying out tasks 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Initiative: Student was ambitious, sought out and performed task without being told 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Student sought out unknown information 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Student made intelligent observations and asked questions in a timely manner 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Student was cooperative and demonstrated self-confidence 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Interest: Shows interest in patient 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrates a positive, enthusiastic and involved attitude 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Shows interest in AT profession through conversation and preparedness 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Professionalism: Dressed appropriately 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Interacts with Preceptor, ATS, patient, coaches, and other medical personnel 5 4 3 2 1 N/A appropriately Actions reflect well on profession 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Strengths:
Things to work on:
ATS Signature: ______Preceptor Signature:______Date:______Date:______
83 Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Observation Student Preceptor Evaluation
Preceptor: ______Semester/Year: ______Date: ______
Please evaluate your Preceptor by answering the questions below. Please give your honest feedback. Your information will remain anonymous; general comments will be shared periodically throughout the year with the supervisor to assist them in improving their teaching methods.
Using a 5-point scale, please indicate your perception of having received an adequate observation experience in the following areas. Please use the area marked for comments to explain any response given below a “3”.
5 = Excellent 4 = Above Average 3 = Average 2 = Below Average 1 = Unsatisfactory N/A = Not Applicable
Personal & Professional Attributes Demonstrates passion for his/her work to athletic training students 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Keeps athletic training students motivated 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Respects athletic training students 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Is a positive professional role model for students 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrates self-confidence as a professional 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Cares about student learning in the clinical setting 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Verbally and actively promotes the athletic training profession 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrates patience and tactfulness 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrates punctuality and reliability 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Please explain any rating of 2 or below: ______
Communication Skills Provides feedback to students in timely ways 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Corrects students tactfully in an appropriate location/place 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Actively engages students in conversation 5 4 3 2 1 N/A States clear expectations for the students to follow 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Is approachable and accessible for the student to meet with 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Provides a clear orientation at the beginning of the 5 4 3 2 1 N/A observation experience Provides on-going communication for student expectations 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Is an active listener 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrates rapport with the athletic training staff, doctors, 5 4 3 2 1 N/A and other medical staff Demonstrates rapport with the coaches 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Communicates schedule changes in a timely fashion, including 5 4 3 2 1 N/A arrangements for alternate student supervision
Please explain any rating of 2 or below: ______Teaching Abilities & Attitudes Ability to explain concepts and clinical skills clearly 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Provides daily direction and supervision 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Provides a variety of learning opportunities 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Discusses site policies and procedures 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Involves students in the evaluation, treatment, and care of 5 4 3 2 1 N/A injured athletes Discusses proper rehabilitation techniques and rationale for use 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Discusses proper therapeutic modalities use and rationale 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Please explain any rating of 2 or below: ______
1. Please identify the major strengths of the Preceptor:
2. Please identify any weaknesses of the Preceptor:
3. Please list any recommendations on how to improve the overall observation experience. Gardner-Webb Athletic Training Preceptor and Clinical Site Evaluation
Preceptor: ______Clinical Site: ______Semester/Year: ______Date: ______
Please evaluate your Preceptor by answering the questions below. Please give your honest feedback. Your information will remain anonymous; general comments will be shared, at the end of the year, with the supervisor to assist them in improving their clinical site and teaching methods.
Using a 5-point scale, please indicate your perception of having received an adequate clinical experience in the following areas. Please use the area marked for comments to explain any response given below a “3”.
5 = Excellent 4 = Above Average 3 = Average 2 = Below Average 1 = Unsatisfactory N/A = Not Applicable
Personal & Professional Attributes Assists students in understanding their professional responsibility 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Acts according to the professional code of ethics and standards 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Dresses professionally for work 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Encourages students to dress professionally 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Is open to new opportunities 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrates passion for his/her work to athletic training students 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Keeps athletic training students motivated 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Respects athletic training students 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Is a positive professional role model for students 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrates self-confidence as a professional 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Verbally and actively promotes the athletic training profession 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrates patience and tactfulness 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrates punctuality and reliability 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Please explain any rating of 2 or below: ______
Teaching Abilities & Attitudes Cares about student learning in the clinical setting 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Promotes critical thinking skills in his/her teaching 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Combines academic knowledge with clinical practice5 4 3 2 1 N/A Keeps up with current information within athletic training 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Ability to explain concepts and clinical skills clearly 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Provides daily direction and supervision 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Challenges athletic training students to broaden application of 5 4 3 2 1 N/A clinical skills Provides a variety of learning opportunities 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Provides challenging scenarios for learning situations5 4 3 2 1 N/A Involves students in the evaluation, treatment, and care of 5 4 3 2 1 N/A injured athletes Discusses proper rehabilitation techniques and rationale for use 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Discusses proper therapeutic modalities use and rationale 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Provides opportunity for supervised autonomy 5 4 3 2 1 N/A
Please explain any rating of 2 or below: ______Communication Skills Provides feedback to students in timely ways 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Corrects students tactfully in an appropriate location/place 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Deals with conflict in a mature/professional manner 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Actively engages the students in conversation 5 4 3 2 1 N/A States clear expectations for the students to follow 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Is approachable and accessible for the student to meet with 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Discusses site policies and procedures 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Provides a clear orientation at the beginning of the clinical experience 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Provides on-going communication for student expectations 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Is an active listener 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Demonstrates rapport with the athletic training staff, doctors, 5 4 3 2 1 N/A and other medical staff Demonstrates rapport with the coaches 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Is physically present and able to intervene on behalf of the student 5 4 3 2 1 N/A during the duration of the clinical experience Communicates schedule changes in a timely fashion, including 5 4 3 2 1 N/A arrangements for alternate student supervision
Please explain any rating of 2 or below: ______
Clinical Setting Provides a stimulating learning environment 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Provides a positive education environment 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Met my expectations 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Provides exposure to a variety of clinical problems 5 4 3 2 1 N/A Helps in developing good professional work habits 5 4 3 2 1 N/A The supplies and equipment were adequate for this environment 5 4 3 2 1 N/A The experience assists in reinforcing the information and skills learned 5 4 3 2 1 N/A in prior course work Proper OSHA guidelines in the management of blood, bodily fluids, 5 4 3 2 1 N/A and medical waste are used Prescribed guidelines of the governing body for patient care (NCAA, 5 4 3 2 1 N/A NCHSAA, APTA, etc) are demonstrated
Please explain any rating of 2 or below: ______
1. Overall rating of clinical setting: _____ 5 = Excellent, 4 = Above Average, 3 = Average, 2 = Average, 1 = Unsatisfactory 2. Should the ATEP continue to utilize this clinical setting: Yes No 3. Please identify the major strengths of the Preceptor and/or the clinical setting:
4. Please identify any weaknesses of the Preceptor and/or the clinical setting:
5. Please list any recommendations on how to improve this overall clinical experience. Appendix IV
Bloodborne Pathogen Policy Gardner-Webb University Department of Athletics Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan
Purpose In compliance with OSHA Standards, this exposure control plan is intended to eliminate or minimize exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material (OPIM) to faculty, staff, and students.
Affected Job Classification The at-risk job function is assisting student-athletes or other staff persons who need First Aid treatment. The persons providing this function will be defined as a First Responder. The following positions include all employees who have the potential for occupational exposure to blood or OPIM due to job functions and all are offered training in First Aid, CPR, and AED: Head Coaches Assistant and Volunteer Coaches Graduate Assistants with Coaching Responsibilities Athletic Trainers Strength and Conditioning Coach
Employees in these positions are provided with initial and annual Bloodborne Pathogen training. Initial training will take place within 30 days of a new staff members’ hire date. Annual training will take place each year as a recertification course. A member of the Athletic Training Staff will provide the training. In addition to Bloodborne Pathogen training, designated professional staff are requested to obtain current First Aid/CPR/AED certification, while the Athletic Training Staff will be certified in CPR for the Professional Rescuer. This training will be offered to the athletic department employees described above by a member of the athletic training staff.
Engineering Controls “Engineering Controls” are practices and items designed to isolate or keep blood and OPIM away from the staff and others. All engineering controls must be utilized and well maintained at all times. The following are engineering controls from the Department of Athletics staff: 1) Hand washing facilities are readily available throughout the campus and will be used immediately by all employees’ exposed to blood or other OPIM or as soon as feasible after removal of gloves or other protective equipment. As an alternative, antiseptic hand sanitizer will be available at all times for contests, practices, or conditioning sessions at fields and contest sites where running water is not available. 2) All sharp objects contaminated with blood or OPIM must be discarded in a Sharps Container that is leak proof, puncture resistant, properly labeled, kept upright throughout use, replaced routinely, closed when moved, and not allowed to be overfilled. Sharps containers are stored in the Athletic Training Rooms located in the Lutz-Yelton Convocation Center (LYCC) room 130 or in The Football Center Room 132. Reusable contaminated sharps disposal containers should never be manually opened, emptied, or cleaned. 3) Biohazard containers/bags are available in the Athletic Training Room for materials that have become contaminated with blood or OPIM. Grossly soaked items are to be discarded in double biohazard bags. They are constructed to be leakproof and closable. Biohazard bags are stored in the Athletic Training Rooms, LYCC 130 or The Football Center Room 132.
89 Work Practice Controls Latex or hypo-allergenic gloves shall be worn for all tasks where there is likelihood of exposure to blood or other OPIM (i.e., contact with blood, bodily fluids, mucous membranes, or skin with open wounds or exposed rashes, and for contact with items or surfaces soiled with blood or OPIM).
After treatment, disposable and reusable equipment shall be placed in separate biohazard containers/bags kept on the sideline/benches. The biohazard containers/bags will remain on the sidelines/benches until after the contest when they will be removed and stored for proper decontamination or disposal, whichever is appropriate.
When hand washing facilities are not available, hands must be cleansed with an antiseptic hand sanitizer immediately after gloves are removed. Hands shall then be thoroughly washed with soap and water as soon as possible.
Other means to reduce the likelihood of exposure are to restrict eating and drinking in potentially contaminated areas, preventing the storage of food or beverages in refrigerators or other locations where blood or other potentially infectious materials are kept, and be sure to remove personal protective equipment before leaving the contaminated areas.
Personal Protective Equipment It is recommended by the Athletic Training Staff that each First Responder have readily available at an athletic site: A Breathing Barrier, Disposable Gloves, Gauze, Antiseptic Hand Sanitizer, as well as other assorted athletic training items to include but not limited to bandaids, assorted bandages, and tape.
The sites will have the following items on the home sidelines/bench: biohazard container/bag, disposable gloves and other appropriate protective equipment, and disinfectant solution. Additionally, containers for used sharp objects shall be located in areas at contests where sharps are used. Additional personal protective equipment, such as goggles, and face shields will be available from the Athletic Training Room of the LYCC, Room 130 or The Football Center.
Regulated Waste Disposal 1) Disposable protective equipment and other contaminated materials must be disposed of properly in biohazard labeled bags and must not be reused. 2) Used biohazard bags are disposed in a biohazard collection container with a biohazard warning label as specified in the R 35.70012. The biohazard collection container is stored in a storage room of the LYCC laundry facility and in a storage room in the Football Center Athletic Training Room, Room 132, which is isolated away from patrons. 3) A Sharps container is located in the Athletic Training Room of the LYCC or the Football Center Room 132 for the storage of needles, glass, razor blades, etc. prior to disposal. 4) A designee of the Athletic Training Staff will notify the Physical Plant to pick up biohazard collection containers when full.
Hepatitis and Hepatitis B Vaccination Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver from any cause. The Hepatitis B virus is isolated in a variety of bodily fluids including saliva, semen, vaginal secretions, cerebral spinal fluid, pleural fluid, breast milk, synovial fluid, gastric juice, urine, or feces. The most common mode of transmission is percutaneous (through the skin) or via exposure to the mucous membrane. It can also be acquired from heterosexual intercourse (41%), mother to infant at birth, sharing IV Drug Needles, blood transfusions, and unfortunately 26% of those infected have no known source of infection.
90 Vaccination against Hepatitis B stimulates the body’s immune defenses and protects most people well. Vaccination is especially important for people at risk of contracting Hepatitis B, though it isn’t effective once the disease is established. For these various reasons, universal vaccination of all people against Hepatitis B is being increasingly recommended. People who have not been vaccinated and who are exposed to Hepatitis may receive an antibody preparation (immune serum globulin) for protection.
All employees who have been identified as having potential exposure to blood or OPIM (category A employees) will be offered the Hepatitis B Vaccine at no cost to themselves. Employees will be given the opportunity to accept or decline the Hepatitis B Vaccination. If the employee chooses to decline the vaccine, he/she must sign a declination form. If the employee chooses to receive the vaccination, he/she must report to the Athletic Training Staff so that appropriate actions can be followed to set up and receive the Hepatitis B immunization. Employees who initially decline the vaccine but who later wish to have it may then have the vaccine provided at no cost to them.
Employees who have not previously received the Hepatitis B Vaccine/ shall be offered the vaccine within 24 hours after the first exposure incident as per R325.70013 (5-8). If the employee has previously had the vaccine, the regular exposure procedures will be followed.
Exposure Prevention Techniques To protect the skin from exposure, latex or hypo-allergenic gloves must be worn when touching blood, OPIM or skin with open wounds or exposed rashes. For proper glove removal, partially remove the first glove. Pinch the glove at the wrist, being careful to touch only the glove’s outside surface. Pull the glove toward the fingertips without completely removing it. The glove is now partially inside out. Remove the second glove. With the partially gloved hand, pinch the outside surface of the second glove. Pull the second glove toward the fingertips until it is inside out, and then remove it completely. Finish removing both gloves. Grasp both gloves with your free hand. Touch only the clean interior surface of the glove. After removing both gloves, discard the gloves in an appropriate container and wash your hands thoroughly.
Following contamination with blood or OPIM, hands must be washed immediately and thoroughly with soap and water. Hands must be washed immediately after gloves are removed, even if gloves appear to be intact. Glove disposal is mandatory and gloves may not be reused. If a garment or other material is penetrated by blood or OPIM, it shall be removed immediately or as soon as feasible and placed in the proper biohazard container/bag. Other surfaces that are contaminated must be disinfected with an approved disinfectant solution.
Physical Plant/Housekeeping will be contacted to clean up blood and OPIM on floors, stairs, sinks and other structural surfaces properly. Non-designated Athletics Personnel should not clean up blood or OPIM spills. .
Blood spills, vomitus or other bodily fluid spills that occur on a hard surface such as a bench or court floor shall be cleaned up promptly with an approved disinfectant solution. The surface should then be wiped with a 1:10 bleach solution before play resumes. Potentially infectious spills that occur on a dirt or grassy playing field or sideline shall be saturated with water or another approved liquid and/or scooped up and disposed of in a properly labeled biohazard container/bag. Any member of the athletic department who is involved in an accident or injury where blood or OPIM is present are to be assisted by Athletics Personnel or Campus Police who are properly trained in First Aid. If, as a result of an incident, the floor or furnishing becomes contaminated with blood or OPIM, the staff shall isolate the area involved and immediately notify the Athletic Training Staff or Physical Plant to perform appropriate clean up.
91 Exposure Incident If an athletics personnel experiences a bodily exposure to blood or OPIM, he or she must immediately wash the exposed site with soap and water. Remove the personal protective equipment and wash the exposed site again with soap and water. The exposed site shall be thoroughly disinfected with betadine or another type of appropriate skin disinfectant. Follow precautions to minimize exposure of other persons to blood or OPIM. Notify the Director of Athletic Training or designee of the incident. The employee must obtain the appropriate forms and report to an approved healthcare provider within 24 hours. This will be set up by the Director of Human Resources or appointed designee. An Incident Form must be completed by the supervisor for any exposure incident. All records from the medical personnel must be kept in a confidential file in the Athletic Training Room or in the Office of Human Resources. It is extremely important to follow all post exposure recommendations made by medical personnel. 1.Document the routes of exposure and the manner in which exposure occurred. 2.Identify and document the source individual, unless the employer can establish that identification is infeasible or prohibited by state or local law. 3.Obtain consent and test source individual’s blood as soon as possible to determine HIV and HBV infectivity, and document the source’s blood test results. If consent is not obtained, the employer must show that legally required consent could not be obtained. 4. If the source individual is known to be infected with either HIV or HBV, testing need not be repeated at this time to determine the known infectivity. 5.Provide the exposed employee with the source individual’s test results and with information about applicable disclosure laws and regulations concerning the source identity and infectious status. 6.After obtaining consent, collect exposed employee’s blood as soon as feasible after the exposure incident and test blood for HBV and HIV serological status. 7.If the employee does not give consent for HIV serological testing during the collection of blood for baseline testing, preserve the baseline blood sample for at least 90 days. If during this time the exposed employee elects to have the baseline sample tested, testing shall be done as soon as is feasible. 8.Provide HBV and HIV serological testing, counseling, and safe and effective postexposure prophylaxis according to the current recommendations of the United States Public Health Service. The employer must give the following materials to the health care professional who is responsible for the employee’s HBV vaccination and postexposure evaluation and follow-up: 1. Copy of the OSHA standard 2.Description of job duties of the employee that are relevant to the exposure incident. 3. Circumstances of exposure 4. Results of the source individual’s blood tests 5.All relevant employee medical records, including vaccination status
How to Clean Contaminated Surfaces: Use the following procedures to clean up blood or fluids from contaminated floors, mats, or other surfaces: 1.Use disposable paper towels to wipe the blood/fluids up off the surface. Place the towels in a biohazardous waste bag. 2.Spray the contaminated area with a 1:10 bleach solution from a squirt bottle. Use liberal amounts of solution to ensure that the entire area has been disinfected. Place these towels in the biohazardous waste bag. 3.Use disposable paper towels to clean the area with the bleach solution. Allow the area to completely dry before competition continues. A dry cotton floor towel may be used at this point to speed up the drying process. 4. Place the contaminated materials in the biohazardous waste bag.
92 Documentation The Athletic Training Department will maintain copies of all Incident Report Forms relating to Athletics Department Personnel. Copies of the following will be sent to the Department of Human Resources: 1. A list of exposure incidents. 2. An annual review of the Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan including the date, any changes and the names of those reviewing. 3. A copy of attendance records for all training sessions. 4. Immunization/Declination forms for Hepatitis B vaccinations.
Initial Training The Athletic Training Department will train new staff members within 30 working days of a new staff member’s hire date. The training will include: explanation of the Department of Athletics’ Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan, discussion of OSHA Regulations and Standards, how infections occur, description of serious communicable diseases, information on the Hepatitis B vaccination, describing universal precautions, engineering and work practice controls, and what to do if an exposure occurs.
Annual Recertification The Athletic Training Staff will conduct an annual course in bloodborne pathogens in conjunction with First Aid/CPR/AED Training for members of the Department of Athletics.
Annual Review The Athletic Training Department will conduct an annual review of the Department of Athletics Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan. This review will include a discussion of any exposure incidents that occurred in the preceding year, a document recording the key element of discussion, any changes made to the Exposure Control Plan, and a record of those in attendance will be kept. The revised Department of Athletics Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan must be forwarded to Human Resources Department.
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Athletic Training Club Constitution
94 ATHLETIC TRAINING STUDENT CLUB
Attendance at bi-weekly Athletic Training Student Club meetings are considered optional, but each athletic training student is encouraged to become involved. As a member of the Athletic Training Student Club, each athletic training student is expected to adhere to the policies as outlined in the following constitution.
A. CONSTITUTION OF THE ATHLETIC TRAINING STUDENT CLUB
Article I – Name of the Organization Section 1: The name of the organization shall be the Athletic Training Student Club.
Article II – Purpose of the Organization Section 1: The purpose of the Club: A. Serve as a means of supplementing the professional and academic development of athletic training students. B. Foster a concern for progress in the field of athletic training. C. Cooperate with local, state, and national education associations interested in the growth and development of athletic training students. D. Conduct fund-raising events to financially assist the efforts of the club. E. Provide an opportunity for participation in a campus organization. F. Participate in community service projects. G. Disseminate information regarding the major to non-club members.
Article III – Qualifications for Membership E. Provide an opportunity for participation in a campus organization. Section 1: In order to be eligible for membership in this club, students must be enrolled in athletic training classes (ATTR 101 & 222) or be formally accepted in to the ATEP. Section 2: Dues for membership are five dollars each semester (Fall and Spring), payable to the Treasurer no later than the third meeting of each semester.
Article IV – Officers of the Organization Section 1: The elected officers of this organization shall be: - President - Vice-President - Secretary - Treasurer - Chaplain Section 2: Election of President shall be done at the end of the academic year for the next year. Elections for the remaining officers will take place at the second meeting of the successive academic year. The term of office will be one academic year. Section 3: The office of President is only open to members of the club who are seniors or juniors. All other offices (Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Chaplain) are open to any member of the club who is in good academic standing and may not be on probation or suspension from the ATEP. Nominations are to be made by a current member of the club in verbal form and should include why he or she believes the 95 nominated person is fit for the position. All nominations for President must be made during the second to last meeting of the year. Nominations for the remaining officers (Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Chaplain) must be made during the first meeting of the new academic year. Section 4: Elections will be held at the last meeting of the year for President and the second meeting of the new academic year for remaining officers. Before votes are made, each nominee will have the opportunity to state why he or she deserves the position. Section 5: Elections will be done by secret ballot. Ballots will be counted by the Club Advisor(s). Officers will be notified on a designated and published date by the Club Advisor, not to be any later than the next official meeting. In the event of a tie, the Club Advisor year will break the tie.
Article V -Responsibilities of the Officers. Section 1: It shall be the duties of the President to supervise and conduct meetings, and to communicate with the club advisors, school personnel, and club members. The President, with assistance of club advisors, will also be responsible for scheduling guest speakers to attend meetings and inform members of the club on topics of interest. The President will also oversee the Executive Committee and various committees. Section 2: It shall be the duties of the Vice-president to conduct meetings in case of the President’s absence. The Vice-president will also serve as the head of the social committee - planning all extra-curricular activities of the club. Section 3: It shall be the duties of the Secretary to record the minutes and take attendance at all meetings and functions. The Secretary is also responsible for preparing an agenda for each club meeting. They will also serve as the head of the promotion committee. Section 4: It shall be the duty of the Treasurer to keep record of all money received through fund-raisers and dues collected from members. The Treasurer is also the head of the fund-raising committee and is responsible for setting up and carrying out all necessary functions concerning fund-raisers. Section 5: It shall be the duty of the Chaplain to conduct prayers at meetings and be an advisor to the spiritual needs of club members. The Chaplain will also serve as head of the community service committee, and is responsible for planning community service projects for the club.
Article VI - Executive Committee Section 1: The Executive Committee shall consist of the elected officers and the club advisors. All members of the Executive Committee must be in good academic standing and may not be on probation or suspension from the ATEP for any reason. A member of the Executive Committee will resign their position on the committee immediately in the event that the student’s academic standing changes and the student is placed on probation or suspension from the ATEP. Should it be necessary for a member of the Executive Committee to resign, nominations and voting to replace the member will take place at the next regularly scheduled club meeting. The club advisors will consist of the Director of Athletic Training and Educational Program Director or their designee (another member of the full-time athletic training staff).
Article VII – Athletic Training Student Club Committees
96 Section 1: Social Committee (Vice-President Chair): this committee will serve to plan all extra-curricular social activities of the club. Social activities may include non- members being invited to share in fellowship and to learn more about the activities of the club. Section 2: Promotion Committee (Secretary Chair): this committee will serve to plan the University’s recognition of National Athletic Training Month and will execute the plan with the assistance of the club membership. This committee will also serve to perform any publicity functions of the club. Section 3: Fund-raising Committee (Treasurer Chair): this committee will serve to plan and execute any necessary functions of fund-raisers with the help of the club membership. This committee is expected to carry out at least two fund-raisers a year, one in the fall and spring. Section 4: Community Service Committee (Chaplain Chair): this committee will serve to plan and execute various community service projects throughout the year. The minimum number of community service projects will be three projects (once a month) each semester.
Article VIII – Committee Membership Section 1: Each of the committees will be chaired by one of the members of the executive committee as follows and the President of the club will serve to oversee all committees: - Social Committee – Vice-President - Promotion Committee – Secretary - Fund-raiser Committee – Treasurer - Community Service Committee – Chaplain Section 2: Each member of the ATS club is expected to serve as a member of one of the committees. The club membership will be divided evenly among the various committees. Based on seniority the club members will be able to choose the committee they wish to join.
Article IX- Expenses Covered for Members by the Club Section 1: To have fifty percent of the club budget cover expenses for an academic school year, each member of the ATS club must attend at least one fundraising event in the fall semester and one fundraising event in the spring semester. However, the more events the member participates in, the more the budget will cover. If a member is scheduled for clinical experience time during an event, prior arrangements need to be made with the appropriate officer to do pre-activities for the event. Emergency situations will be handled on an individual basis. - Documentation of hours is the treasurer’s responsibility and should be kept as a log for each event. At the end of the academic school year, the percentage of fundraising events will be tallied and percentages for each person will be given out. Each ATS will be informed on how much they owe the club. In the event that an ATS does not pay the amount back in full, the club advisor will place a hold on the students account. Section 2: If you do not attend the required three service projects each semester, then you will owe the club 10% for each project missed. For example: if you only attend two projects then you are to pay back 10% of the funds used for you to the club. If you only attended one project then you owe 20% back to the club.
97 Article X - Meetings Section 1: Meetings will be conducted on a regular basis determined by club membership at the first of every academic year. Section 2: Notification of all meetings will be made available to club members by way of bulletin boards outside the athletic training classroom and by email.
Article XI - Quorum Section 1: Fifty-one percent of club members must be present at meetings in order to transact business.
Article XII - Amendments Section 1: Amendments must be presented to the Executive Committee for approval before they may be submitted to the organization for vote. Section 2: Notice shall be given to the membership regarding a proposed amendment to the constitution one meeting prior to the actual vote. Section 3: This constitution may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the membership at the first meeting of the organization at which a quorum is present following the approval of the amendments by the Executive Committee.
(Revised 3-29-11)
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