Bachelor of Science
Major: Athletic Training

Admission to the Program Athletic Training Curriculum Expenses and Financial Assistance Athletic Training Factsheet (pdf) Online Application Academic Learning Compact-Athletic Training Athletic Training Education Program Estimated Expenses (pdf) Athletic Training Education Program Technical Standards (pdf) Athletic Training Program Student Health Policy (pdf) Supplemental Application (pdf) Undergraduate Application Form (pdf)

The University of North Florida Department of Clinical and Applied Movement Sciences offers a challenging pathway to a career in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of injuries and conditions among patients and athletes. The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Athletic Training will prepare students for the Board of Certification Examination to become a Certified Athletic Trainer and a career at the secondary school, college and university, and professional athletic, clinic, hospital, industrial, and performing arts settings.

Many of our students continue their education in a variety of medical fields. The Athletic Training Education Program provides a strong foundation in the sciences for students interested in pursuing graduate study in athletic training or in the related fields of exercise physiology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreational therapy, physician's assistant, and medicine.

Pre-Physical Therapy Students
The B.S. in Athletic Training provides students interested in pursuing a career in physical therapy with extensive hands-on clinical experience that will prepare them for graduate study of physical therapy. Additionally, many of the required courses in the Athletic Training Education Program lay a strong foundation for education in physical therapy. The opportunity to be dual-credentialed in athletic training and physical therapy increases the marketability of individuals who want to be employed in an orthopedic and sports medicine setting.
For more information on the Doctor of Physical Therapy at the University of North Florida, go to the following website: http://www.unf.edu/brooks/clinical-applied-movement/pt.html

Pre-Med Students
The B.S. in Athletic Training provides the opportunity for students to add a deeper scientific foundation to their undergraduate curriculum and enables them to develop skills in hands-on techniques, diagnosis, and treatment. The Athletic Training Education Program will provide students with practical knowledge for clinical settings in medicine, including clinical assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and the benefits of early identification in preventing injury and disease.

****According to the 2008-2009 Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook, “Employment of athletic trainers is expected to grow 24 percent from 2006 to 2016, much faster than the average for all occupations.”****

In 2009, the Athletic Training Education Program was awarded Continuing Accreditation through 2018-2019 from the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) by meeting all Standards for Entry-Level Athletic Training Education.

Successful completion of admission requirements does not guarantee acceptance into the Program. Enrollment in the Program is limited by clinical site availability to a total of 55-60 students at any one time, with 30-35 new students typically admitted each year from a competitive applicant pool.

Application Process
Application deadline is MAY 1 (postmark) of the year of application to the Program. The Athletic Training Education Program has a separate application form that must be completed. This Supplemental Application can be found as a link at the top of this page. Students not currently enrolled at UNF must apply for admission to UNF through the UNF Office of Admissions (904-620-2624) and designate athletic training as their preferred major on the UNF application form. Students currently enrolled at UNF must complete appropriate forms in the Office of Admissions to declare athletic training as their major prior to the MAY 1 deadline. To be considered for admission to the Athletic Training Education Program, each applicant must fulfill the following minimum requirements:

Calculating GPAs
Students seeking admission vary in the ways they meet our requirements. To ensure consistency in the way grade point averages (GPAs) are calculated, the following guidelines apply:

Educational Requirements
Applicants admitted to the Athletic Training Education Program must have completed all general education requirements for the baccalaureate degree at UNF prior to enrolling in athletic training courses. Information about general education requirements can be obtained from the UNF Office of Admissions (904-620-2624) or from the UNF Undergraduate Catalog. Specific prerequisite courses for the Athletic Training Education Program are as follows (two semesters are equivalent to three quarters):

Expenses and Financial Assistance
The instructional fee per semester hour is the same for students enrolled in the Athletic Training Education Program as for other students enrolled at UNF.

In addition to tuition, housing, books/supplies, and transportation costs, students in the Athletic Training Education Program will incur additional expenses in at least the following areas: laboratory fees in professional courses; laboratory and clinical uniforms and equipment; immunizations and health screening; health insurance; background checks; membership in professional organizations; and transportation and living expenses associated with clinical experiences. A summary of the estimated expenses can be found above as a link. Students accepted into the Program will receive more specific information about these costs. Those anticipating the need for financial assistance while enrolled in the Program should contact the UNF Financial Aid Office (904-620-2604).

Since the Athletic Training Education Program is a professional program, students will need to remain flexible with their time to participate fully in laboratory sessions AND clinical experiences. Most students are unable to maintain regular employment during enrollment in the curriculum.

The BS Athletic Training Curriculum At UNF
The Athletic Training Education Program will be approximately two (2) years in length. Upon successful completion of the Program, students will receive the Bachelor of Science (BS) degree following the limited access major for athletic training students.

Mission Statement
The CAATE Accredited Athletic Training Education Program at the University of North Florida is dedicated to preparing students for the Board of Certification Examination and entry-level clinical practice in the profession. The Program is committed to life-long learning and seeks to provide opportunities for ongoing professional development for students in the Program as well as for professionals in the field of athletic training.

CURRICULUM GOALS & EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Additional Requirements for the Clinical Program
Additional Requirements for the Clinical Program include:
(must provide verification on the first day of class or will not be allowed to continue in the Program)

• Students must have current certification in CPR/AED
  Accepted Courses include:
     CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer - American Red Cross
     BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR/AED - American Heart Association
     CPR for Professionals - American Safety & Health Institute
     Professional Rescuer CPR - National Safety Council
     First Responder CPR/AED - American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
     Basic Life Support for Professionals - Medic First Aid
     ACLS - American Heart Association
     Healthcare Provider CPR/AED - Emergency Response Institute
• Students must have current certification in first-aid
• Students must meet the Program Technical Standards
• Students must have had at least the first shot of the hepatitis immunization series (fulfilled by the end of the semester)

Upon acceptance the following requirements must be fulfilled (with the assistance of the Program):

• Students must obtain an annual background check
• Students must have training in Blood - Borne Pathogens
• Students must document membership in the NATA
• Students must document membership in the ATAF

Athletic Training Faculty Joel Beam, EdD, LAT, ATC Program Director Associate Professor, Athletic Training Education Program University of North Florida Jacksonville, Florida 32224-2645 (904) 620-1424 or jbeam@unf.edu Christopher Joyce, PhD, LAT, ATC, CSCS Clinical Coordinator Associate Professor, Athletic Training Education Program University of North Florida Jacksonville, Florida 32224-2645 (904) 620-1425 or cjoyce@unf.edu Bernadette Buckley, PhD, LAT, ATC Assistant Professor, Athletic Training Education Program University of North Florida Jacksonville, Florida 32224-2645 (904) 620-1419 or bbuckley@unf.edu Michelle Boling, PhD, LAT, ATC Assistant Professor, Athletic Training Education Program University of North Florida Jacksonville, Florida 32224-2645 (904) 620-1563 or m.boling@unf.edu
Links National Athletic Trainers’ Association http://www.nata.org/ Southeast Athletic Trainers’ Association http://www.seata.org/ The Athletic Trainers’ Association of Florida http://www.ataf.org/index.html Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education http://caate.net/ Journal of Athletic Training http://www.nata.org/jat/ Prevention of Running Injuries
2009-2010 Clinical Sites Atlas Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine   Bartram Trails High School Bishop Kenny High School Episcopal High School First Choice Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab Fletcher High School Heartland Rehabilitation Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute Jacksonville Suns  Jacksonville University Nease High School Providence School St. Vincent’s Medical Center The Bolles School Trinity Christian Academy   University of North Florida

FOR MORE INFORMATION

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