ATEP 120 Physical Conditioning (1:0:3)
This course provides for development of programs of exercise and activity and individual assessment of status, needs, and goals and is designed to enable each individual to determine realistic goals for his/her development and the use of activity throughout his/her life.

ATEP 121 Aerobic Fitness Activities (1:0:3)
This course is designed to introduce the student to the various aerobic fitness activities for adult populations. Techniques of fitness assessment, aerobic dance, jogging and aquacizing activities will be emphasized.

ATEP 122 Strength Training (1:0:3)
This course is designed to give the student a broad background in the area of strength training. Various strength training programs, techniques, and trends will be examined. Students will have the opportunity to set up and become involved in various strength-training methods. Recommended prerequisite: ATEP 120.

ATEP 202 Kinesiology-Applied Anatomy (3:2:2)
Upon completion of this course, a student should be able to identify the structural characteristics, movements, and muscles acting as the major joints of the body. The student will be able to select movements or exercises which utilize specific muscle groups and analyze the joint actions, muscle actions, and mechanical principles which apply to the performance of a specific movement.

ATEP 230 Prevention and Management of Sport and Fitness Injuries (3:3:0)
This course is an introduction to the principles and practices associated with sport and fitness injury management. The course emphasizes the development of competencies in the recognition and treatment of injuries appropriate for professionals working with active populations. Topics include injury mechanics, injury prevention strategies, and injury recognition and treatment.

ATEP 235 Basic Athletic Training Laboratory (1:0:2)
This laboratory course is an introduction to the psychomotor skills associated with sport fitness injury recognition, evaluation and management. The course emphasizes the development of competency in essential entry-level athletic training skills. Topics include injury and illness assessment skills, injury prevention techniques, and prophylactic bracing, taping and support techniques. Concurrent enrollment in ATEP 230 is required.

ATEP 240 Acute Care of Athletic Injuries and Illness (3:2:2)
This course focuses on the emergency management techniques that are commonly implemented when dealing with trauma and illnesses suffered during/through sport participation. Included will be field evaluation of medical emergencies, such as cessation of breathing or circulation, shock, concussion, and spinal injury to the athlete. Students will review policies and position statements issued by the NATA, NCAA, ACSM, AAP, and AMA regarding prevention, evaluation, and management of acute athletic injuries and illnesses. Prerequisite: HLTH 240 or current CPR certification.

ATEP 286 Pre-Internship: Athletic Training Proficiencies (1-3:0:0)
This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to observe and apply entry-level athletic training skills in selected clinical, educational, research or administrative settings. The emphasis is on the basic psychomotor proficiencies described in the CAAHEP Accreditation and NATA Education Council guidelines and specifically, those competencies previously addressed in ATEP 100, 230 and/or concurrently with ATEP 240. This course is designed for students officially enrolled in the undergraduate athletic training education program. Prerequisite: 30 semester hours; department approval.

ATEP 330 Injury Prevention and Reconditioning Workshop (1:2:2)
This workshop focuses on the application of basic conditioning principles and concepts used in the development of athletic reconditioning and injury prevention programs. Students completing this workshop will analyze the theoretical basis for various training methods and gain experience in reconditioning program design, implementation, and documentation. Specific attention to how the program design is influenced by tissue healing and special considerations following an injury. Prerequisites: ATEP 120, 121, 122 and 230.

ATEP 429 Measurement and Evaluation of Lower Extremity Injuries (3:2:2)
The primary focus of this course is to present a systematic process for accurately evaluating lower extremity musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses commonly seen in the physically active population. This course focuses on the athletic training competencies and proficiencies associated with lower extremity injury assessment and evaluation, risk management and injury prevention, and acute care of injuries and illnesses. Prerequisites: ATEP 100, 202, and 230.

ATEP 430 Measurement and Evaluation of Upper Extremity Injuries (3:2:2)
The primary focus of this course is to present a systematic process for accurately evaluating upper extremity musculoskeletal injuries and illnesses commonly seen in the physical activity population. This course focuses on the athletic training competencies and proficiencies associated with upper extremity injury assessment and evaluation, risk management and injury prevention, and acute care of injuries and illnesses. Prerequisites: ATEP 100, 202 and 230.

ATEP 431 Organization and Administration in Athletic Training (3:3:0)
This course is a requirement for students in athletic training. It deals primarily with the administrative competencies necessary to accomplish the successful day-to-day operation of an athletic training program and facility. Prerequisites: ATEP 100, 202, and 230.

ATEP 432 Therapeutic Modalities in Sports Medicine (4:3:2)
This course is required for students in athletic training. Information and experience are provided in the use of massage and in the use of the physical agents of heat, cold, light, sound, and electricity in the treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. Prerequisites: ATEP 100, 202, 230, 301; PHYS 110, 131 or 161.

ATEP 433 Therapeutic Exercise in Sports Medicine (4:3:2)
This course is a requirement for students in athletic training. The focus of the course is the application of neuromuscular re-education, movement, and exercise specifically to achieve the detailed goals of rehabilitation and reconditioning for injured athletes. Prerequisites: ATEP 100, 202, 230, 301.

ATEP 436 Medical & Surgical Aspects of Sport & Fitness Injuries (3:3:0)
This course examines the current medical practices used in the treatment and rehabilitation of physically active individuals. An emphasis is placed on orthopedic surgical techniques, pharmaceutical interventions, and the implications of treatment and rehabilitation. Students and certified athletic trainers are introduced to a variety of medical and allied medical personnel. Prerequisites: Current National Athletic Trainers' Association-Board of Certification certification as an athletic trainer or ATEP 230 and 430.

ATEP 440 Functional Rehabilitation and Sport Specific Conditioning (3:2:2)
This advanced therapeutic exercise course is designed specifically for students admitted into the professional phase of the athletic training education program. The course focuses on the final stage of the rehabilitation process and concentrates specifically on fundamental skills, sport specific training, progressions, and testing and evaluation techniques. Building on competencies and proficiencies acquired in ATEP 120, 122, and ATEP 433, this course facilitates a new understanding of reconditioning and injured athlete and other physically active populations. Prerequisites: ATEP 120, 122, 433 and concurrent enrollment in ATEP 486 or BOC certification.

ATEP 445 Differential Assessment of Musculoskeletal Injuries (3:3:0)
This course is designed to differentiate between movement disorders and the diseases and disorders or pathologies diagnosed by a physician. Since some impairments are consequences of disease, the athletic trainer should be able to identify and recognize conditions which need to be referred to a physician. Prerequisites: EXSC 310, ATEP 433 and 436.

ATEP 450 Advanced Perspectives in Athletic Injury Recognition, Evaluation and Management(3:3:2)
This course is designed to explore the identification and treatment of athletic injuries. The information and skills are intended for those students with a relatively high level of sophistication in sports medicine. Prerequisites: ATEP 429, 430, 431, 432, 433, and 436.

ATEP 485 Independent Study (Semester hours arranged)
This course deals with independent research and study under the direction of a faculty member and is designed to deepen the student's interest in a particular area of an academic field. The directing faculty member will be available exclusively to the student for a minimum of five hours per credit. Approval for enrollment must be obtained from the faculty member and from the Department Chair. Approval and granting of credit must be in accordance with procedures and standards established by departmental faculty. The student must present a study prospectus prior to approval. Prerequisites: ATEP 100, 15 credits in ATEP.

ATEP 486 Field Experiences and Internships (Semester hours arranged)
Requirements for Approval: All internship sites must be approved by the department faculty. Each application for an internship must be approved by the faculty member in charge of the experience, the director/supervisor of the site where the internship will be done, and the department chair. Before application is made, students must meet the following requirements: 1) Have faculty recommendation based on qualities essential for success in the assigned environment; 2) Have successfully completed at least 45 hours of credit; 3) Have no incomplete grades in required courses; and 4) Have a minimum average of 2.5 GPA overall and 3.00 in major.

ATEP 487 Athletic Training Field Experiences and Internships I (Semester Hours Arranged)
This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to observe and apply entry-level athletic training skills. These are skills that have been instructed and assessed previously, or, are currently being instructed and assessed. The Level One internship involves opportunities to observe and apply fundamental skills in selected clinical, educational, research or administrative settings. The emphasis is on the basic psychomotor proficiencies described in the NATA Educational Athletic Training Competencies and specifically, those competencies previously addressed in ATEP 100, 120, 122, 230, 240. This course is designed for students officially enrolled in the undergraduate athletic training education program at East Stroudsburg University who, as part of the clinical education program, must demonstrate learning-over-time. Prerequisite: Admission into the Athletic Training Education Program.

ATEP 488 Athletic Training Field Experiences and Internships II (Semester Hours Arranged)
This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to observe and apply entry-level athletic training skills. These are skills that have been instructed and assessed previously, or, are currently being instructed and assessed. The Level Two internship involves opportunities to observe and apply fundamental skills in selected clinical, educational, research or administrative settings. The emphasis is on the basic psychomotor skills and proficiencies described in the NATA Educational Athletic Training Competencies and specifically, those competencies previously addressed in ATEP 100, 120, 122, 230, 240, 429. This course is designed for students officially enrolled in the undergraduate athletic training education program at East Stroudsburg University who, as part of the clinical education program, must demonstrate learning-over-time. Prerequisite: Admission into the Athletic Training Education Program.

ATEP 489 Athletic Training Field Experiences and Internships III (Semester Hours Arranged)
This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to observe and apply entry-level athletic training skills. These are skills that have been instructed and assessed previously, or, are currently being instructed and assessed. The Level Three internship involves opportunities to observe and apply fundamental skills in selected clinical, educational, research or administrative settings. The emphasis is on the basic psychomotor skills and proficiencies described in the NATA Educational Athletic Training Competencies and specifically, those competencies previously addressed in ATEP 100, 120, 122, 230, 240, 429, 430, 433 and EXSC 447. This course is designed for students officially enrolled in the undergraduate athletic training education program at East Stroudsburg University who, as part of the clinical education program, must demonstrate learning over-time. Prerequisite: Admission into the Athletic Training Education Program.

ATEP 490 Athletic Training Field Experiences and Internships IV (Semester Hours Arranged)
This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to observe and apply entry-level athletic training skills. These are skills that have been instructed and assessed previously, or, are currently being instructed and assessed. The Level Four internship involves opportunities to observe and apply fundamental skills in selected clinical, educational, research or administrative settings. The emphasis is on the basic psychomotor skills and proficiencies described in the NATA Educational Athletic Training Competencies and specifically, those competencies previously addressed in ATEP 100, 120, 122, 230, 240, 429, 430, 433, 464 and EXSC 447. This course is designed for students officially enrolled in the undergraduate athletic training education program at East Stroudsburg University who, as part of the clinical education program, must demonstrate learning-over-time. Prerequisite: Admission into the Athletic Training Education Program.