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This course will teach students to examine, diagnose and formulate a plan of care for musculoskeletal injuries of the upper extremity and thoracic and cervical spine. Examination techniques include obtaining a past medical history, functional assessment, palpation, joint range of motion, soft tissue integrity, selective tissue testing, neurological and vascular assessment. Prerequisite: Minimum of B- in ATH 510, and prior or concurrent enrollment in ATH 512. Cr. 1.

Students will be introduced to general medical evaluation skills, including auscultation and neurological examination. Simulation and active learning strategies may be utilized to apply non-orthopedic knowledge and skills, as well as in interprofessional education for collaborative practice. Prerequisites: Minimum of a B- in ATH 501 and ATH 502, and prior or concurrent enrollment in ATH 514. Cr 1.

This course engages students in coaching the advanced methods and techniques associated with the design of injury prevention programs, and strength and conditioning programs to enhance human performance in work, sport, and fitness. Cr 1.

Students will prepare for transition to clinical practice by understanding human resource and job orientation processes, developing professional materials. Students will be encouraged to participate in professional advocacy and leadership opportunities. Additionally, contemporary topics in athletic training will be discussed. Prerequisites: Minimum of a B- in all prior athletic training courses and concurrent enrollment in remaining required athletic training courses. Cr 2.

Students will design, propose, and complete a scholarly capstone project with the intent of contributing to the existing athletic training body of knowledge. Students will obtain necessary approvals, establish a research mentor, conduct a scholarly project, and disseminate their findings. Prerequisite: Minimum of a B- in ATH 650. Cr 3.