Master Syllabus PE2631, Sports Medicine Practicum II

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Credits 1 Lab Hours 1 Lecture Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0
Course Description

This is the second of two required courses in the athletic training curriculum. Increasing knowledge and practical applications required of athletic trainers is a primary purpose in each practicum. Basic skills from previous practicum will be repeated in the day to day operation of the training room. The content of this course is the concentration of basic first aid skills, preventive measures, and the basic use of modalities in the training room.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The Seward County Community College physical education program will broaden the understanding of fitness for life by providing general education, appropriate technology, and professional development opportunities that promote a healthy lifestyle.

SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.

Outcome #2: Communicate ideas clearly and proficiently in writing, appropriately adjusting content and arrangement for varying audiences, purposes, and situations.

Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.

Outcome #6: Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.

Course Outcomes
  1. FIRST AID.
  2. Follows a logical sequence when performing first aid.
  3. Uses proper wound cleaning techniques.
  4. Demonstrates knowledge in injury prevention and treatment.
  5. Fills out correct paper work.
  6. Demonstrates knowledge of proper immobilizing technique.
  7. TAPING AND WRAPPING.
  8. Applies correct ankle taping technique.
  9. Sound use of protective padding.
  10. Wraps distal to proximal.
  11. Demonstrates knowledge.
  12. EVALUATION OF INJURY.
  13. Takes complete history.
  14. Visually inspects area.
  15. Compares to opposite limb.
  16. Uses palpation appropriately.
  17. Uses appropriate tests to detect injury.
  18. MODALITIES.
  19. Asks athlete about prior treatments
  20. Evaluates progress of injury for possible modality change.
  21. Explains the physiological effects.
  22. Follows correct protocol.
  23. REHABILITATION.
  24. Uses rehabilitation equipment properly
  25. Records athletes treatments.
  26. Uses correct modalities in combination with rehabilitation.
  27. Gives proper instruction on exercises.
  28. Follows logical and safe progression.
  29. OTHER
  30. Good rapport with athletes, peers, and coaches.
  31. Acts professional and dresses appropriately.
  32. Reliable.
Course Outline
  1. Prevention.
  2. Evaluation.
  3. Modalities.
  4. Rehabilitation.
Instructional Methods
  1. Demonstration.
  2. Laboratory.
  3. Video Cassette.
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Handouts.
  2. Videos.
Methods of Assessment

Outcome 1 will be assessed and measured by class participation and writing assignments indicating comprehension of materials read.

Outcome 2 will be assessed and measured by the oral practical tests and writing assignments.

Outcome 5 will be assessed and measured by the student score on course examinations.

Outcome 6 will be assessed and measured by the students utilizing the modalities in the training room for the practical tests.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.