Sports Medicine I
In this course, students earn a certification in First Aid/CPR/AED. The course introduces students to topics such as human anatomy and physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, medical terminology, injuries and illnesses, and legal and ethical issues in sports medicine. Students also examine prospective careers in the sports medicine field. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to take Sports Medicine II and pursue certification as a personal trainer.
Sports Medicine II
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be eligible to take the National Academy of Sports Medicine-Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT) exam. This course builds upon basic knowledge acquired in Sports Medicine I on topics such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, exercise program design, and injury prevention, assessment, treatment, and management. Students prepare for a career in sports medicine, including completing an internship.
Competency List:
Student Organization:
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)
Practical Hours
Each student is expected to be involved with the athletic program at their home school. Approved volunteer service assignments include student trainer aide, team manager, coach’s aide, and other individually approved services.
Each student is responsible for obtaining 40 practical hours (10 each nine weeks) outside of class time and is expected to write four journal entries summarizing their experience. The hours and journals will be due at the end of each nine weeks.
Course #7660 18 weeks (1.5 cr.) elective
Course #7662 18 weeks (1.5 cr.) elective (must successfully complete #7660 in order to take this course)
Must pass both semesters to be considered a complete
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