Sports Medicine and Rehabilitative Therapy

Sports Medicine & Rehabilitative Therapy

Location: East Campus (Oley)                      Instructor: Scott Cote | Jennifer Maryniak                              CIP Code: 51.2604

Sports Medicine and Rehabilitative Therapy (SMaRT) is designed to prepare students for a number of technical fields in kinesiology.

Instruction will include theory and applications related to: strength training and high intensity training, weight management, nutrition, resistance training, exercise programming, exercise physiology, mental health and wellness, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, athletic training, injury recognition and management, rehabilitation and restorative care, and medical terminology.

Students will learn to design safe and effective exercise prescriptions, conduct individual exercise programs, and fitness testing. Students will be prepared to assist in rehabilitative services under the supervision of physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, athletic trainers and other therapeutic professionals, and to perform routine functions in support of rehabilitation.

Students may seek employment in a wide variety of settings that include fitness clubs, hospitals, corporate wellness programs, strength and conditioning, and clinical rehabilitation programs. In addition, the program will serve as a strong foundation for students wishing to pursue degrees in the fields of exercise science, athletic training, physical therapy, or occupational therapy.

Graduates of this program are well prepared for entry level employment in rehabilitative services or continued higher education. Students therefore will be required to schedule and maintain strong academic coursework along with the CTE curriculum. Internship opportunities and dual program college coursework will be developed to support the program.

Industry Certifications:

NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) – Certified Personal Trainer
AMCA (American Medical Certification, Association ) – Physical Therapy
Aide Certification
CPR/AED
OSHA CareerSafe 10-Hour Certification
Stop The Bleed,
ConcussionWise
First Aid
CardiacWise
HeatWise

AMCABerks Career and Technology Center is approved by the American Medical Certification Association to provide exams for Physical Therapy Aide Certification.

Uniforms

Required/Optional Items
Purchased through
APEX UNIFORM STORE

Required Items
Purchase from any Vendor

Required Footwear

Required Safety Gear

REQUIRED:
· Two Light Blue Short Sleeve Polo Shirts with BCTC Logo
· One Charcoal grey crewneck sweatshirt with BCTC Logo
Khaki pants – proper fitting and no holes Athletic shoes/ sneakers N/A

 

Textbooks

The link provided for each book title will take you to Amazon.com. Please note that you are NOT required to purchase the books from Amazon. You may purchase the books from any vendor.

First Year Students:
Sports Medicine Essentials:  Core Concepts in Athletic Training and Fitness Instruction (3rd Edition) – by Jim Clover (Textbook)

ISBN #:  978-1-13328-124-5

 

Sports Medicine Essentials:  Core Concepts in Athletic Training and Fitness Instruction (3rd Edition) – by Jim Clover (Workbook)

ISBN #:  978-1-13328-125-2
*Workbook must be purchased NEW

 

Anatomy Student Self-Test Coloring Book – by Ken Ashwell Ph.D.

ISBN #:  978-1-43801-051-9
*Book must be purchased NEW

 

First & Second Year Students
Simmers DHO: Health Science  (9th Edition) – by Louise M Simmers, Karen Simmers-Nartker, Sharon Simmers-Kobelak, Janet Fuller  (Textbook)

ISBN-13 #: 978-0357419991

 

Simmers DHO: Health Science (9th Edition) – by Louise M Simmers, Karen Simmers-Nartker, Sharon Simmers-Kobelak, Janet Fuller (Workbook)

ISBN-13 #: 978-0357646434
*Workbook must be purchased NEW

Tool / Supply / Protective Equipment

Quantity Needed Level 1, 2, or 3 Approximate Cost Suggested Vendor
Footwear Requirement: Clean athletic shoes or sneakers 1 pair Levels 1, 2, & 3 $50.00 Any store
Ever Ready First Aid Plastic 12″ Goniometer 360 Degree 1 Levels 1, 2, & 3 $6.95 Amazon
Medline NON171330H Tape Measure, Cloth 72″ 1 Levels 1, 2, & 3 $5.36 Amazon
Sports Medicine and Rehabilitative Therapy

Program Entrance Recommendations:

  • Reading at grade level
  • Algebra I or Geometry
  • Academic strength/interest in sciences (chemistry, physics, biology, anatomy)
  • Problem solving/troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Desire to work directly with people

Career Pathways:

  • Rehabilitation Aide
  • Physical Therapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Athletic Training
  • Coach
  • Fitness/Personal Training
  • Athletic Trainer
  • Nutritionist
  • Occupational Therapist & Assistant
  • Personal Trainer
  • Physical Education Teacher
  • Physical Therapist & Assistant