kin 188 introduction to athletic training
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KIN 188 – Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
Introduction to Athletic Training
Introduction
• Sports medicine team– Members – Roles and responsibilities
• History of athletic training and NATA
• Career opportunities
• SJSU Accredited Undergraduate Athletic Training Education Program
Sports Medicine Team
• Primary team members– Team Physician/Primary Care Physician
• PPE, injury diagnosis, insurance, legal liability
– Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)• Domains of athletic training (6)
– Athletic Training Student/s (ATS)– Coach
• Teacher, supervisor, safety/rules, first responder
– Athlete• Fitness, nutrition, adherence to rules, report injuries
Sports Medicine Team
• Ancillary team members– Specialist Physicians (Orthopedist, Podiatrist,
Radiologist, Dentist, etc.)– Physical Therapists– Emergency Medical Services (EMT,
Paramedic, etc.)– Exercise Physiologists– Sport Psychologists– Administrators
History of Athletic Training
• Key dates for profession– 1950 – NATA formed in Kansas City– 1957 – NATA Code of Ethics adopted– 1959 – First undergrad curriculums approved– 1972 – First grad curriculums approved– 1970 – First certification examination– 1986 – NATA Standards of Practice adopted– 1990 – Recognized as allied health profession by
AMA– 2004 – Elimination of internship route to certification
from www.nata.org (8/05)
Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• “The ATC credential and Board of Certification, Inc. requirements are currently recognized by 43 states for eligibility and regulation of the practice of athletic trainers.”
• “The credibility of the BOC and the ATC credential it awards are supported by three pillars:– The BOC Certification Examination– The BOC Standards of Practice and Disciplinary
Process– Continuing competence requirements (CEUs).”
from www.nata.org (8/05)
Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• “BOC Certification is recognized by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies and is the only accredited certification program for athletic trainers, who are allied health care professionals.”
• “To be certified, an individual must demonstrate that s/he is an athletic trainer capable of performing the required duties without threat of harm to the public.”
Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• In order to attain credential, one must– Complete an entry-level (undergraduate or graduate)
athletic training education program accredited by CAAHEP
– Pass BOC certification exam• BOC certification examination based upon Role
Delineation Study– Identifies current entry-level knowledge, skills and
abilities required for practice as an athletic trainer– Currently has 3 components (written, written
simulation and oral practical)– Movement to computer based exam in February,
2006
Athletic Training
• Domains of athletic training– Prevention– Clinical evaluation and diagnosis– Immediate care– Treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning– Organization and administration– Professional responsibility
Prevention
• Provide education about risk associated with participation in activities
• Review pre-participation screening information by applying accepted guidelines
• Instruct individuals about required standard protective equipment
• Apply appropriate prophylactic and protective measures using commercial or custom made devices
Prevention• Identify safety hazards in equipment and facilities and recommend
intervention
• Monitor participants and environment following accepted guidelines regarding safe participation
• Facilitate physical conditioning by designing and implementing programs
• Maintain clinical and treatment areas in compliance with safety and sanitation standards
• Promote sound nutritional practices by encouraging adherence to accepted guidelines
Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis
• Obtain medical history via interview and/or review of records
• Inspect involved area/s to assess condition
• Palpate involved area/s to assess condition
• Perform specific tests to area/s to assess condition
Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis
• Formulate clinical impression of condition by interpreting signs/symptoms to determine appropriate course of action
• Educate appropriate individuals about assessment to encourage compliance with care
• Communicate with other members of sports medicine team regarding assessment to facilitate appropriate care
Immediate Care
• Initiate/execute techniques and procedures to address life-threatening and other emergency conditions
• Initiate care of medical or musculoskeletal conditions to stabilize and/or prevent worsening of conditions
• Facilitate referral for psychosocial crises by implementing established intervention strategies to address needs
• Education of appropriate individuals regarding emergency care to facilitate immediate care
Treatment, Rehabilitation and Reconditioning
• Administer therapeutic exercises and modalities to facilitate recovery/function
• Administer treatment for general illnesses and conditions to facilitate recovery
• Educate affected individuals regarding use of treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning to facilitate recovery/function
• Provide guidance for individuals during treatment, rehabilitation and reconditioning
Organization and Administration
• Establish plan/s for routine and emergency provision of care for individuals/facilities/events
• Establish policies/procedures for individuals and facilities to promote safety, and legal compliance
• Manage resources via annual budget and time/personnel management to provide appropriate health care services
• Maintain records to document services rendered and provide continuity of care
Professional Responsibility
• Compliance with standards of practice and care to apply quality athletic training services
• Maintain competence via continuing education
• Education of public about athletic training
• Adherence to legal elements related to practice of athletic training services
Professional Organizations
• National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA)– Website – www.nata.org– Headquartered in Dallas, Texas– Establishment of 10 districts
• District 8 – Far West Athletic Trainers’ Association (California, Nevada, Hawaii)
• Board of Certification (BOC)– Website – www.bocatc.org– Independent organization responsible for national
certification of athletic trainers and continuing education
NATA Member Statistics (7/05)
• National– 21,616 certified members + 3878 certified
student members– 4805 student members (grad/undrgrad)
• District 8 (FWATA)– 1817 certified members + 364 certified
student members– 342 student members– 4th largest district in nation
NATA Member Benefits
• Monthly NATA News• Journal of Athletic
Training quarterly• Salary survey info• Free access to on-line
career center• Access to brochures
about profession• Recording of CEU activity
by BOC
• Discounted regist for national/district mtgs
• Discounted member benefit services– Insurance, credit card,
legal services, financial planning, travel
• Governmental affairs efforts
• Public relations efforts• Scholarships/grants
through REF
Career Opportunities
• Traditional Settings– Colleges, universities, community colleges– Professional sports– High schools (often teacher/athletic trainer)
• Non-traditional Settings– Sports medicine clinics, outreach– “Fringe” sports – auto racing/rodeo/X-games– Industrial and corporate settings– Military– Other?
Job Setting Statistics (7/05)
• 16% work in Clinic setting• 16% work in College/University setting• 15% work in High School setting• 19% are college students
• 0.59% (191) work in professional football• 0.31% (99) work in professional basketball• 1.04% (336) work in professional baseball
Job Market Projections
• In 2005, 2675 gross increase in new jobs = 12% net gain in jobs
• In 2010, 7090 gross increase in new jobs = 31% net gain in jobs
• Based upon market penetration theory projections – as athletic training expands into more settings, market potential goes up
• Numbers likely a little optimistic in short term due to relatively low current market penetration
SJSU Accredited Undergraduate Athletic Training Education Program
• KIN 188/189 is foundation course
• Application process
• Observation hours
• Program admission
• Course sequencing
• Internship experiences
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