Ball State
University
Athletic Training Education Program
The Athletic Trainer is one of the most important
professionals on the sports medicine team. Duties consist
of injury prevention, evaluation, treatment, and
rehabilitation procedures as directed by a physician.
Various skills are required of the athletic trainer
including taping, wrapping, padding, emergency care
procedures, injury evaluation, and rehabilitation
techniques. Other duties include conditioning, managing
diets, and aiding in the purchase of and fitting of
athletic equipment. Under the athletic trainer’s
supervision, the physically active person can return to
competition or activity more safely and rapidly. Employment
settings include sports medicine clinics, high schools
(including teaching), colleges and universities, industrial
settings, and professional sports.
The Athletic Training Education Program includes seven
full-time certified athletic trainers, three are athletic
training faculty, four are athletic training staff, and one
is a physical therapist. Approximately 32 clinical
instructors are associated with on and off-campus clinical
experiences. Many off-campus sports medicine professionals
and facilities are also integrated into the clinical
education program. The Athletic Training Research and
Education Laboratory and several modern athletic training
rooms provide important opportunities for hands-on
education. The Ball State Athletic Training Education
Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of
Athletic Training Education (CAATE) and leads to Board of
Certification Exam eligibility.
Feel free to contact us with any
questions you may have about our program or profession
and good luck with your educational pursuits.
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