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Table of Contents

• Dr. Edwin Welch Bio• About the University• Some Things to Know• Admissions/Contact• Missions statement of Athletic Training• Outcomes• Professor Biographies• Team Physicians• Senior Biographies• Admission Requirements• Graduation Requirements• General Information• Team Roster• Sample Course Schedule • History • Facility Information• Conferences• Sports Medicine Club• Pictures

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About the University

• The University was founded by the Southern Methodist denomination in 1889 as Barboursville Seminary in Barboursville, West Virginia, and became the college in 1889. In 1901 it was renamed Morris Harvey College in honor of a donor.

• The University moved to Charleston during the Great Depression to take advantage of the metropolitan area. The college disaffiliated from the denomination and Morris Harvey College became independent in 1942. From 1935 to 1947 the college grew steadily, merging with Kanawha Junior College and affiliating with the Mason College of Fine Arts and Music. In 1947 construction of the present facilities began on the south bank of the Kanawha River. The Board of Trustees changed the name form Morris Harvey College to the University of Charleston on December 13, 1978.

• The University is located in the state capital of West Virginia amidst mountains and rivers. There is an outstanding view of the capital with the river flowing between it and the University.

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President Edwin H. Welch• Education: Dr. Edwin H. Welch is a native of Maryland and earned

degrees from Western Maryland College, Boston University School of Theology, and Boston University Graduate School. He studied International Relations at the London School of Economics and Political Science and Higher Education Administration at the Harvard Institute for Educational Management. His Ph.D. is in Social Ethics and he is an ordained minister in the United Methodist Church.

Personal Information: Dr. Welch has served as President of the University of Charleston since 1989. He has led the institution through a period of unprecedented change – doubling full-time student enrollment, tripling the endowment, transforming its academic program to focus on student outcomes, becoming a national leader in student assessment, clarifying the institution’s mission, constructing 6 of the 10 buildings on campus and creating a Graduate School of Pharmacy and a Graduate School of Business.

Other Information: Dr. Welch served in the Executive Office of the President at The White House from 1961 until 1971 during the administrations of Presidents Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon. He began his teaching and administrative career at West Virginia Wesleyan College. Dr. Welch was a department chair and Assistant Dean at Lebanon Valley College in Pennsylvania, the Academic Vice President at Lakeland College in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, and for eight years he served as the Provost at Wartburg College in Iowa.

Dr. Edwin H. Welch President Office of the President Phone: 304-357-4713 Fax: 304-357-4714 edwinwelch@ucwv.edu

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Some Things to Know

• The University of Charleston’s enrollment is approximately 1,400 students from thirty-seven states and one hundred international students from twenty-two countries.

• The admission is competitive. It includes the reviewing of high school records, SAT or ACT scores, teacher recommendations, personal qualities, special talents, extracurricular achievement, evidence of leadership and involvement ,and commitment to learning.

• More then ninety percent of our students receive financial aid through scholarships, grants, loans, and campus employment.

• More then thirty percent of students graduate in four years. Top ranked baccalaureate institution in West Virginia and number fifteen in the Southeast.

• The University offers traditional fall and spring semesters and two summer sessions.

• One of six colleges added to the 2010 edition of the Princeton Review’s Best 371 Colleges, 2010 edition.

• One of twelve colleges chosen as a model for the first-year experience

• Fourteen-thousand alumni of record ; six thousand in Kanawha Valley

• Majors include Baccalaureate programs which are available in 15 academic fields, Associate degree program is offered in nursing, Master’s degree are available in Business Administration and Forensic Accounting and a Doctoral degree program is available in Pharmacy.

• Approximately 40 clubs and organizations on campus.

• Athletic teams participate in National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II and the West Virginia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (WVIAC).

• Department Accreditations- Athletic Training Education Program, Education, Associate Degree in Nursing, Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, School of Pharmacy, Radiological Science. 5

Admission Information

• Admission Statistics

Average GPA: 3.5

Average ACT score: 23

Average SAT score: 992

Essay/Interview: not required but recommended for scholarship opportunities

Application deadline: rolling

Application fee: Twenty five dollars for paper application; no fee for online application

• Admissions Contact Information

2300 MacCorkle Avenue, S.E.

Charleston, WV 25304

Website: www.ucwv.edu

Admissions Office: 1-800-995-4682

Email: admissions@ucwv.edu

Financial aid office: 1-800-995-4682

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Mission of the Athletic Training Education Program

The primary mission of the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) is to educate each student, in a liberal learning environment, about the theoretical and clinical skills necessary to work effectively with the physiological, psychological and biomechanical aspects of injury, illness and performance of the physically active. The didactic and clinical education experiences will guide the student in the development of sound ethical judgment, achievement of satisfying careers, making positive contributions to the community, and becoming a life-long learner through continuing education.

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Outcomes

At the conclusion of the Athletic Training Education Program the graduate will: • Develop a body of knowledge and the ability to seek additional knowledge in all domains of athletic

training, This includes: risk management and injury prevention; pathology of injuries and illnesses; orthopedic clinical examination and diagnosis; acute care of injury and illness; pharmacology; therapeutic modalities; conditioning and rehabilitative exercise; medical conditions and disabilities; nutritional aspects of injury and illness; psychosocial intervention and referral; health care administration; and professional development and responsibility.

• Demonstrate the ability to utilize clinical skills in the process of injury prevention, assessment, and evaluation, therapeutic modality use, therapeutic exercise and strength training program design, recognition of general medical conditions, nutritional evaluation and recommendation, as well as psychosocial intervention and general health care administration.

• Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals and successfully deliver quality services to patients/athletes as well as educate the community in a variety of healthcare settings.

• Demonstrate the ability to use verbal, written, and technological communication skills within the profession of athletic training.

• Demonstrate the development of beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors towards life-long, self-directed learning, citizenship, and ethical practice and decision making for the athletic training profession.

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Ericka P. Zimmerman, EdD, ATCEricka Zimmerman serves as the Chair of the Department of Athletic Training and the Program Director for the Athletic Training Education Program. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Allied Health from St. Andrews Presbyterian College, a Master of Science degree in Physical Education/Athletic Training from Indiana State University, and a Doctorate of Education degree in Educational Leadership from Marshall University. Ericka is a 2010 recipient of the NATA Service Award in recognition of her service to the profession of athletic training. In 2008 Ericka was recognized as the 2008 West Virginia Athletic Trainers’ Association (WVATA) Educator of the Year. She was a 2007 Marquis Who’s Who of American Women. In March 2006, she was recognized as the 2006 WVATA Athletic Trainer of the Year. She was also selected as the 2006 Outstanding Young Alumni for Indiana State University’s Department of Athletic Training. Prior to arriving at the University of Charleston in 2002, Ericka served as the Head Athletic Trainer for Georgetown College (KY) from 1997–2002 and Instructor in the Department of Kinesiology and Health Studies. She was the Head Athletic Trainer for Midway College and staff athletic trainer for Lexington Clinic Sports Medicine Center from 1996–1997. Her present professional involvement includes:Co-Program Coordinator for the 2009 & 2010 WVATA Annual Meeting NATA Board of Certification Nominating Committee member Co-Faculty Advisor, District III Student Senate Ericka's interests include legal issues in athletic training; policy and procedure development in the collegiate athletic training setting; leadership, communication, and conflict resolution; psychosocial issues; and upper extremity assessment.

Ericka P. Zimmerman, EdD, ATC Chair & Program Director, Department. of Athletic Training Division of Health Sciences Phone: 304-357-4828 Fax: 304-357-4965 erickazimmerman@ucwv.edu

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Janet Rorrer, MS, ATCJanet serves as the Coordinator of Clinical Education for the Department of Athletic Training while providing medical coverage for the women's soccer team. Additionally, she is the Treasurer and member of the Governmental Affairs Committee for the West Virginia Athletic Trainers' Association. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education/Athletic Training from Western Illinois University and her Master of Science degree in Kinesiology/Sports Medicine from Georgia Southern University and is currently pursuing a Doctorate of Education degree in Leadership/Higher Education Administration at Marshall University. In 2005, Janet was awarded the Who's Who Among America's Teachers Award. Prior to coming to the University of Charleston, she served as Chairperson (2003–2006) and Assistant Professor (2001–2006) for the Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Sport Department, as well as, Associate Athletic Trainer (2005-2006) and Head Athletic Trainer (2001–2005) at Olivet College in Olivet, Michigan. Rorrer also served as the Head Athletic Trainer at West Branch High School in Morrisdale, Pennsylvania and the Wellness Center Coordinator at Joyner Sports Medicine Clinic in State College, Pennsylvania (1999–2001). She was also the Career Services Committee Chairperson for the Michigan Athletic Trainers’ Society (2002–2006). Janet's interests include the relationship between pain tolerance/threshold and attitude on sport performance, nutritional supplementation, the occurrence of stress fractures and their related mechanisms of injury, and clinical education in healthcare.

Assistant ProfessorCoordinator of Clinical EducationAssistant Athletic Trainer — Women's Soccer janetrorrer@ucwv.eduPhone:304-357-4902 Fax:304-357-4991

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Curtis Zeilenga is the Head Athletic Trainer for the University of Charleston providing athletic training services for football, men's basketball, cheerleading, and golf. He received his Bachelor's degree from Azusa Pacific University (CA) and his Master's degree from Sonoma State University (CA).

Prior to coming to the University of Charleston, he served as the Certified Graduate Assistant in the Sonoma State Athletic Training Room for two years and has since worked at the University of the Pacific for a year and with the Stockton Lightning, a new Professional Arena Football team during their inaugural season.

Curtis's interests include helping student-athletes succeed, finding new ways to improve old problems, and watching greyhounds turn the corner.

Curtis Zeilenga, MA, ATC

InstructorCoordinator of Clinical Services/Head Athletic TrainerFootball, Men's Basketball, Cheerleading, & Golf

Phone:304-357-4395 Fax:304-357-4991

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curtiszeilenga@ucwv.edu

Sabrina Pletz, MS, ATC

Sabrina Pletz is the Assistant Athletic Trainer and Instructor for the University of Charleston providing athletic training services for men's soccer, men's and women's tennis, baseball, and teaching in the Department of Athletic Training. She received her Bachelor's degree from Cumberland College (KY) and her Master's degree from Fort Hays State University (KS). Prior to coming to the University of Charleston, she served as a clinic-outreach Athletic Trainer for Kentucky Orthopedic Rehabilitation Team. Sabrina's interests include on-field emergency care and triage as well as clinical education. She also has a passion for educating everyone on basic first aid and CPR.

InstructorAssistant Athletic TrainerMen's Soccer, Baseball, Women's Tennis, Men's Tennis sabrinapletz@ucwv.eduPhone:304-357-4814 Fax:304-357-4991 12

Amy Koren, MS, ATC, PESAmy Koren is an Instructor in the Department of Athletic Training, and provides medical coverage for University of Charleston’s softball team. Amy received her Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. Amy was the 2007 recipient of the Duquesne University Athletic Training Faculty Spirit award and served on the Dean’s Student Advisory Committee. She has interned with the Duquesne University football team, the Carnegie-Mellon University men's and women's basketball teams and with the Pittsburgh Pirates Major League Baseball team in 2006 and in 2007. Amy experienced a season working with Dick Butkus and Ray Crockett during the filming of ESPN's "Return to Glory, Montour High School Football" in 2005.After Duquesne, Amy moved to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan working as an Athletic Training Graduate Assistant with the United States Olympic Education Center (USOEC), one of the four Olympic Training Centers located in Marquette, MI on the campus of Northern Michigan University. While at the USOEC Amy provided medical coverage for USA Boxing, the Greco-Roman Wrestling Team, Women's Freestyle Wrestling Team, Short Track Speed Skating Team, and the Weight Lifting Team. Her experiences include event coverage for the USOEC vs. China wrestling and the 2008 Junior Olympic National Boxing Tournament.Amy completed her Master of Science degree in Training, Development and Performance Improvement from Northern Michigan University (NMU). While at NMU, Amy worked as an Adjunct Professor in the Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department. Amy has volunteered as an Athletic Trainer for the Pennsylvania Special Olympics and holds a Performance Enhancement Specialist Certification through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Other interests include the relationship between motivation and adherence to rehabilitation programs. Amy is an avid Pittsburgh Pirates, Penguins and Steelers fan.

InstructorAssistant Athletic Trainer — Softball amykoren@ucwv.eduPhone: 304-347-6985 Fax: 304-357-4991

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Erik Brown, MS, ATCErik Brown is an Assistant Athletic Trainer for the University of Charleston providing athletic training services for volleyball, women's basketball, rowing, and cross country/track & field. He received his bachelor's degree from DePauw University (IN) and his master's degree from Indiana University. Prior to coming to the University of Charleston, he served as a Strength Coach/Assistant Athletic Trainer in the Baltimore Orioles' system with their Class A Affiliate (Delmarva). He also served as a Certified Graduate Assistant in the Indiana University Athletic Training Room for two years working with softball, rowing, and cheerleading. He has also worked Athletic Training outreach with St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana for one year and interned with the Shelbourne Clinic in Indianapolis, Indiana. Erik has also been active in providing coverage for UCA/UDA camps. Erik is certified in the Graston Technique and his research interests include the ankle and prophylactic bracing. Erik is a lifelong Tampa Bay Buccaneers fan.

InstructorAssistant Athletic TrainerVolleyball, Women's Basketball, Rowing, Cross Country/Track & Fielderikbrown@ucwv.eduPhone: 304-357-4983 Fax:304-357-4991

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Brandon Trenter, MEd, ATC

Brandon Trenter joined the University of Charleston as an Assistant Athletic Trainer in 2010. His primary roles involve working the Golden Eagle's men's basketball and football programs.Trenter recently earned his Masters of Education from Campbell University in North Carolina. As a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer, he primarily worked with the Fighting Camel football program for the 2008 and 2009 seasons. Trenter was also the primary athletic trainer for the men's basketball program.Prior to Campbell University, Trenter worked for Cullman Regional Medical Center in Cullman, Alabama, where he served as the head athletic trainer for Vinemont High School.Trenter is a 2007 graduate of West Virginia University, where he obtained his B.S. in athletic training while working with the Mountaineer swimming/diving, women's soccer, cheerleading, and football programs. He also worked the 2006 Nokia Sugar Bowl and 2007 Toyota Gator Bowl.Assistant Athletic Trainer

Football, Men's Basketballbrandontrenter@ucwv.eduPhone:304-357-4706 Fax:304-357-4991

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Team Physicians

Charleston Internal MedicineDr. Tom Bowden, DO

Dr. Sandy Brannin, DO

Ryan Anderson, PA

Dr. John Lewis, DO

Dr. Robert Eggleston, MD

Kelli Hansel, PA-C

Orthopedic Healthcare Associates

Dr. John Crompton, MD

Bone & Joint Surgeons Inc Surgical AssociatesDr. Paul Legg, MD –Orthopedics Dr. Edward Tiley III, MD

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Senior Biographies

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Alexa Kay

Name: Alexa KayHeight: 5’6’’Sport covered as student Athletic Trainer: women’s soccerWhere are you from? Cross Lanes, WVWhere were you born? Charleston, WVFavorite Sport: tennisFavorite Quote:

-Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do." -John Wooden

Favorite moment while in the ATEP Program:-I traveled with the men’s soccer team last year to the NCAA post-season tournament in Pennsylvania. They had a great season and it was awesome to be a part of it.

What tips do you offer for incoming ATEP students?-Time management will be your best friend.

Future plans?I have applied to Physician Assistant schools in the hope of getting accepted for next year. I would like to be a PA in the field of orthopedics. I am also engaged and will be planning my wedding in the near future.

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David Yates

Name: David YatesNickname(s): YatesHeight: 5’10”Sport covered as student Athletic Trainer : footballWhere are you from? Poca, WVWhere were you born? Charleston, WVFavorite Sport: baseballFavorite Quote: “Figure it out.” –Erik BrownFavorite Moment while in the ATEP Program:

Traveling to the NCAA Elite 8 with Men’s Soccer in 2009

What tips do you offer for incoming ATEP students?Make sure you are motivated and can manage time well. If you dedicate yourself to your education, you will have no problems. It is a fun program and our faculty/staff are great and always willing to help; so use that to your advantage.

Future Plans?I plan to receive a Master of Science degree, and then begin work on a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

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Lane CatlettName: Lane Catlett

Nickname(s): Old Cat

Height: 6 ‘3”

Sport covered as student Athletic Trainer : Buffalo High School Football

Where are you from? Caroline County, Virginia

Where were you born? Richmond, Virginia

Favorite Sport: football

Favorite Quote:

Challenges are what make life interesting, overcoming them is what makes life meaningful - Mark Twain

Favorite Moment while in the ATEP Program:

My favorite moment in the ATEP Program is when one of my Athletic Training instructors hit himself in the eye with a racquet ball and gave himself a concussion.

What tips do you offer for incoming ATEP students?

No matter how hectic and stressed things get…..just; relax you can make it through it.

Future Plans?

My future plans are to receive my Masters’ degree in a health science related field at another university or college.

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Cory Rueckert

Name: Cory RueckertHeight: 5’9”Sport covered as student Athletic Trainer: footballWhere are you from? Poca, WVWhere were you born? Newport News, VAFavorite Sport: baseballFavorite Quote: Figure it Out.Favorite Moment while in the ATEP Program:

Being able to attend a basketball game at the Coliseum between UC and WVU.

What tips do you offer for incoming ATEP students?Work hard and learn, but have a good time.

Future Plans?I plan on obtaining a Masters in Rehabilitation Science and then working in a clinic or with a sports team.

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Stephan Ball

Name: Stephan BallNickname(s): StephHeight: 6’4”Sport covered as student Athletic Trainer :

volleyball/women's basketballWhere are you from? Chapmanville, WV.Where were you born? Charleston, WV.Favorite Sport: basketballFavorite Quote: “Don’t give up!; Don’t ever give up!”

–Jimmy VFavorite Moment while in the ATEP Program:

My favorite moment will be the day that I reach 1090 clinical hours.

What tips do you offer for incoming ATEP students? Be organized

Future Plans? I plan to attend Physical Therapy school and obtain my doctorate in Physical Therapy.

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Lauren Benedum

Name: Lauren BenedumHeight: 5’6”Sport covered as student Athletic Trainer: volleyballWhere are you from? Pennsboro, WVWhere were you born? Parkersburg, WVFavorite Sport: volleyballFavorite Quote:

“There is only one way to happiness, and that is to cease worrying about things which are beyond the power of our will.”

Favorite Moment while in the ATEP Program:Traveling to Chicago my sophomore year with the WVSU football team and getting to be on the sidelines of Soldier Field.

What tips do you offer for incoming ATEP students?Stay organized, motivated to get through each semester, and focused on completing your goals.

Future Plans?I am applying to physical therapy graduate school and hope to be accepted for the upcoming 2011 year.

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Allison Ross

Name: Allison RossNickname(s): AllyHeight: 5’5”Sport covered as student Athletic Trainer: footballWhere are you from? South Charleston, WVWhere were you born? Charleston, WVFavorite Sport: swimming, softball, & volleyballFavorite Quote: “Never let the fear of striking out

keep you from playing the game”.Favorite Moment while in the ATEP Program: Chicago

Football Classic at Soldier Field with West Virginia State University

What tips do you offer for incoming ATEP students? Stay on top of your classes and don’t get discouraged. It’s a tough major, but in the end, it will be worth it. Try to have fun.

Future Plans? Graduate school for Physical Therapy and/or working.

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Kaitlin Hastie Name: Kaitlin HastieNickname(s):KatieHeight:5’4’’Sport you ATEP for:currently working with Men’s SoccerWhere are you from? Vincent, OHWhere were you born? Charleston, WVFavorite Sport: football, baseball, gymnasticsFavorite Quote:“When I was 5 years old, my mom always told me

that happiness was the key to life. When I went to school, they asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up… I wrote down ‘happy’. They told me I didn’t understand the assignment, I told them they didn’t understand life.”

-AnonymousFavorite Moment while in the ATEP Program: watching a hip

replacement surgery while being in the operating room during my rotation with an orthopedic surgeon

What tips do you offer for incoming ATEP students? Time management is necessary for survival!

Future Plans? I plan to apply to graduate school next year to become a Physician’s Assistant; I would like to work with either orthopedics or family medicine

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Kevin DixonName: Kevin DixonNickname(s): DixonHeight: 5’11”Sport covered as student Athletic Trainers: WVSU footballWhere are you from? Poca, West VirginiaWhere were you born? St. Albans, WVFavorite Sport: baseballFavorite Quote:

“Baseball is a lot like life. The line drives are caught, the squibbles go for base hits. It’s an unfair game.”-Rod Kanehl

Favorite Moment while in the ATEP Program:My favorite moment while in the ATEP program was when I

traveled to Soldier Field, where the Chicago Bears play, with the West Virginia State University football team in 2008.

What tips do you offer for incoming ATEP students?Keep your head on straight and don’t let yourself get overwhelmed. Just stop and take a deep breath. Everything will be ok in the end.

Future Plans?Plan to get my Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology. Also plan to get my strength and conditioning certification to enable me to be a strength and conditioning coach or a personal trainer.

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ATEP Admission RequirementsStudents must gain general admission to the University of Charleston. Visit to campus to meet with Admissions

personnel and program faculty is encouraged.

Students may apply for admission to Athletic Training Education Program after being on campus for one semester. Applications are only accepted during the spring semester of each year. Students receive application information in the spring semester.

To apply:

• Earn a minimum 2.5 overall GPA

• Achieve a minimum of “C” or higher in all Athletic Training and allied field requirements

• Complete a minimum of sixty “directed observation” clinical observation hours obtained during the first two semesters

Completion of Application Packet:

• Letter of application

• Resume

• Undergraduate transcripts

• Clinical observation hours and service point forms

• Self -evaluation

• Four reference evaluations and letters of recommendation

Requirements of Progression and Graduation:

• Proof of current ECCC card

• Proof of current First Aid card

• Current student medical history, physical examination, and technical standards

• Immunization review and clearance for clinical practice

• Photograph release form

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Graduation RequirementsTo complete the Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Athletic Training, each student must achieve a

minimum grade of "C" in all Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) courses in order to enroll in the next course in the sequence and to be eligible for graduation. In any ATEP course in which the student earns less than a grade of "C," the entire course must be repeated earning a grade of "C" or higher. Students may repeat an Athletic Training course only one time.

Students must also achieve a minimum grade of "C" or higher in the following general education and allied field requirements in order to graduate:

• HSCI 402 • HSCI 403 • HSCI 204 • BIOL 301 • BIOL 302 • ATEP 370 Students must complete the program within five years (60 months) from the first enrollment in the practicum

component of the curriculum. Students who do not comply with this requirement must re-apply for admission to the program.

Students are monitored for satisfactory progression at regular intervals for progression to graduation. To be eligible for graduation a student must:

• Achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on all work completed at the University of Charleston • Complete a minimum of 120 academic credits • Achieve a minimum grade of "C" in all ATEP and allied field requirements • Complete 60 "directed observation" clinical hours prior to acceptance into the ATEP • Complete a minimum of 990 clinical hours, after admission to the program, that are directly supervised by

Approved Clinical Instructors • Complete 75 service points as outlined in the ATEP Student Handbook • Complete 6 team physician interactions upon admission to the program • Take and pass written, written simulation, and oral/practical components of the senior comprehensive

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General Information

Comprehensive Examination• Students must successfully pass a written,

written simulation, and an oral/practical comprehensive examination in the final semester of the year of expected graduation in order to graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training. The minimum passing rate is 75% on each section of the examination. Each student may repeat a section of the comprehensive examination only two times.

Policies for Laboratory/Clinical Education Experiences• The ATEP program utilizes the learning over

time model throughout the program. In this program a student will enroll in a didactic course to learn the cognitive competencies and psychomotor skills of a selected topic. The following semester the same student will enroll in a practice course to review psychomotor skills and develop clinical proficiency and put into use evidence based practice.

• Students are required to have the following clinical education experiences: lower extremity, upper extremity, equipment intensive, general medical, off-campus clinic, and exposure to a variety of male and female patients and athletes. Additional policies are contained within the ATEP Student Handbook.

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General Information

Transportation• Students are expected to assume responsibility

for transportation to the various clinical assignments that are off campus. Additional policies on clinical experiences are located in the ATEP Student Handbook.

Uniforms• Students are required to follow the uniform

policy during all clinical education experiences as outlined in the ATEP Student Handbook, including having photo identification badge, a watch with a second hand, and designated shirt and pants.

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General Information

Laboratory Fees• A nonrefundable lab fee, due at registration, is

charged for the following courses:

ATEP 100

ATEP 126

ATEP 201

ATEP 202

ATEP 213

ATEP 301

ATEP 302

ATEP 401

Physical Examinations• In order to meet health requirements of all

clinical education sites used during the ATEP practicum and clinical education rotation courses, all student must have on file prior to August 1st of their sophomore year the following items:

Current physical examination

Current immunization record (Including current PPD, HBV, chicken pox, and MMR)

The following information must be updated yearly:

Current PPD

Students failing to submit such evidence cannot be admitted to the Athletic Training Education Program.

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General Information

Insurance• For the protection of the Athletic Training

student, those students enrolled in any of the practicum courses will be required to carry medical malpractice insurance. The insurance is provided through a group policy written for the University of Charleston. The University will collect the insurance premium at the time of registration with tuition and other fees.

Transfer Students• Students transferring into the Athletic

Training Education Program or switching majors after the end of their freshman year must go through the application and interview process. These individuals must contact the ATEP Program Director, as these applications are reviewed on a case by case basis.

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General Information

Clinical Education• A student will enroll in didactic course to learn

the cognitive competencies and psychomotor skills of a selected topic.

• The following semester the same student will enroll in a practicum course to review psychomotor skills and develop clinical proficiency and put into use evidence based practice.

• The purpose of the clinical education experience is to offer each student an opportunity to develop increased proficiency in the skills required to become a BOC certified athletic trainer. This experience is component of Practicum Courses. During the live class meetings the Practicum Courses the student and instructor review and practice clinical proficiencies learned during the didactic course the prior semester.

Background Certification• Each athletic training student is required to

follow the procedures for completing a criminal background check as indicated in the ATEP Student Handbook. Students failing to submit such evidence cannot be allowed to enroll in the practicum courses or participate in the clinical education experiences.

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Team Roster

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Name Grade Hometown

Emily Skaggs SOPH Ansted, WV

Jamiee Stanley SOPH South Charleston, WV

Kacy School CraftSOPH Sissonville, WV

Kayleigh McCormick

SOPH Baltimore,OH

Jordan Roberts SOPH YawKey, WV

Sam Macias SOPH Solomon, AZ

Megan Ferreira SOPH/JR Meriden, CT

Team Roster

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Name Grade Hometown

Leann McKay JR Scott Depot, WV

Teresa Edgar JR Clay, WV

Lindsey Martin JR Winfield, WV

German Hall JR White Plains, MD

Cody Boggs JR Poca, WV

Lauren Benedum SR Pennsboro, WV

Stephan Ball SR Chapmanville, WV

Team Roster

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Name Grade Hometown

Kevin Dixon SR Poca, WV

Lane Catlett SR Caroline County, VA

David Yates SR Poca, WV

Cory Ruekert SR Poca, WV

Alexa Kay SR Cross Lanes, WV

Kaitlin Hastie SR Vincent, OH

Allison Ross SR South Charleston,WV

Freshman Year

FallATEP 100 Orientation to AT 2

ATEP 126 First Responder 3

MATH 116, 120, or 121 3

NSCI 120 Biological Science 4

UNIV 101 Orientation to University 1

HUMN 101 Intro. To Humanities 3

Total Hours: 16

SpringATEP 213 Prevention & Care 3

ATEP 213L Prevention & Care Lab 1

ATEP 113 Structural Kinesiology 3

PSYC 101 Intro. to Psychology 3

PSYC 101 Intro. to Psychology 3

SSCI 105 Issues in Social Science 3

Total Hours:16

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Sophomore Year

FallATEP 201 Practicum I 4

ATEP 224 Upper Extremity Asses. 3

BIOL 301 Anatomy & Phys I 4

HSCI 204 Nutrition 3

HIST 211* or ART 100 or ART 211 3

Total Hours: 17

SpringATEP 202 Practicum II 4

ATEP 225 Lower Extremity Asses. 3

BIOL 302 Anatomy & Phys II 4

ATEP 226 Asses of Head, Spine 3

ENG 312 or 326* (CI literature) 3

Total Hours: 17

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Junior Year

FallATEP 301 Practicum III 4

ATEP 313 Therapeutic Modalities 3

ATEP 370 Exercise Physiology 3

ATEP 355 Motion Analysis 3

ATEP 333 Pharmacology & Psych. 3

Total Hours:16

SpringATEP 302 Practicum IV 4

ATEP 323 Therapeutic Rehab 3

ATEP 452 Organization & Adm. 3

HIST 212* or NSCI 333 3

Elective (PSYC 315 suggested) 3

Total Hours:16

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Senior Year

FallATEP 401 Practicum V 4

ATEP 413 General Medical 3

HSCI 402 Research I 3

UNIV 459 Senior Capstone 3

Elective* 3

Total Hours: 16

SpringATEP 402 Practicum VI 4

ATEP 475 ATEP Senior Thesis 3

HSCI 403 Research II 2

Elective* 3

Elective* 3

Total Hours: 15

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Facilities

The University of Charleston Stadium at Laidley Field:

The University of Charleston completed a $1.4 million renovation of what was formerly known as Laidley Field in 2005, including the installation of a state-of-the-art Momentum Turf 51 by Sportexe that delivers the look, feel and safety of natural grass. The surface, Momentum Turf 51 by Sportexe is also used by the Baltimore Ravens and New Orleans Saints of the National Football League and NCAA Division I programs University of California and Southern Mississippi. The Re-done UC locker rooms and facilities were described by the Charleston Daily Mail this way: "Division II UC now has a Division I locker room." UC Stadium is a multi-sport complex that has the ability to also host track & field events. Once the location of the West Virginia State High School Football Playoffs, the field is still utilized for the West Virginia High School Track & Field Championships. Several area high schools regularly utilize the facility for sporting events as well. An impressive structure, UC Stadium has two high rise stands and features a seating capacity of 18,600. Located in the East End of Charleston, the field is approximately a 5 minute drive from campus.

Appalachian Power Park:

The University of Charleston plays baseball at Appalachian Power Park in downtown Charleston. It is also home of the West Virginia Power, a South Atlantic League club and Class-A affiliate. The $23 million stadium which opened on April 14, 2005 also hosts the West Virginia State High School Baseball Championships, Big League Tournaments, Little League Tournaments, concerts, and many other community events.

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Facilities

Triana Field:

Triana Field, formerly called Blackwell Field, is home to UC men's and women's soccer and various UC intramural activities. The facility also houses a baseball field for UC baseball team practices. The baseball field has the capability to conduct local area senior league competitions and other tournaments as well. The newly renovated and renamed multipurpose field lies a short walk from UC's main campus.

Eddie King Gymnasium:

The home of UC men's and women's basketball, UC women's volleyball, as well as the Golden Eagle Sports Hall of Fame, Eddie King Gym has been the centerpiece of UC Athletics since opening in 1948. This historic venue has played host to Golden Eagle hoop stars such as Jim Harrick, Jayson Gee, Sherry Winn, Keith Tyler and Ajamu Gaines.

Gorman Physical Education Building:

The Gorman Building houses an Olympic-sized swimming pool, fitness center, athletic training facilities, two racquetball courts and an auxiliary gym that is used for both varsity athletic practices and student recreation activities, including UC Intramural sports.

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Facilities

UC Boathouse:Home to UC varsity women's rowing, the University of Charleston Boathouse is one of the nation's few on-campus collegiate boathouses. The team's racing shells and ergometers are stored in the Boathouse, and rowers use the facilities throughout the year. The Kanawha River provides approximately 35 miles of row able water to UC crews.

Schoenbaum Soccer Stadium:

The Schoenbaum Soccer Stadium sports a 360' by 225' groomed field. The facility seats 2000, and has concession and restroom facilities.

We are in construction for a new softball field

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National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA)

• The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) is the professional membership association for certified athletic trainers and others who support the athletic training profession. Founded in 1950, the NATA has grown to more than 30,000 members worldwide today. The majority of certified athletic trainers choose to be members of the NATA – to support their profession, and to receive a broad array of membership benefits. By joining forces as a group, NATA members can accomplish more for the athletic training profession than they can individually.

• Mission-The mission of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association is to enhance the quality of health care provided by certified athletic trainers and to advance the athletic training profession.

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Mid-Atlantic Athletic Trainers’ Association (MAATA)

• Mission- To enhance the quality of health care for athletes and those engaged in physical activity, and to enhance the profession of athletic training through education and research in the prevention, evaluation, management, and rehabilitation of injuries.

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West Virginia Athletic Trainers’ Association (WVATA)

• Mission- Athletic trainers are unique health care professionals who specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses. The WVATA represents and supports members of the athletic training profession. WVATA advocates for equal access to athletic trainers for patients and clients of all ages and supports the licensure of its membership. West Virginia is one of four states that do NOT statutorily recognize the allied health care profession of athletic training.

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Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)

Overview of the Commission

The Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Athletic Training (JRC-AT) was incorporated in Texas in October 1991. The JRC-AT was a Committee on Accreditation under the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP); effective June 30, 2006, the JRC-AT became independent from CAAHEP and changed its name to the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). The CAATE is the agency responsible for the accreditation of 360 professional (entry-level) Athletic Training educational programs. The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM), and the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Inc. (NATA), cooperate to sponsor the CAATE and to collaboratively develop the Standards for Entry-Level Athletic Training Educational Programs.

Mission

The mission of the CAATE is to provide comprehensive accreditation services to institutions that offer Athletic Training degree programs and verify that all CAATE-accredited programs meet the acceptable educational standards for professional (entry-level) athletic training education.

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Sports Medicine Club

The Sports Medicine Club is a student organization sponsored by the institution and supported by the Department of Athletic Training and the Athletic Training Education Program. The club sponsors several events each year on the campus and local level to raise awareness of the profession of athletic training and to educate the public. The club also provides financial support to students for educational opportunities through a variety of fundraisers

– Welcome Back Picnic & Bowling

– Charleston City Police Physical testing & training

– Canned Food Drive

– Annual Holiday Dinner

– Ronald McDonald House poptab collection

– Covenant House Fall Festival

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Labs

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Athletic Training Learning

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Fun Times

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• Created By SPAD 325- Jasmil Perez, Stephen Howard, and Amanda Anderson- Media Guide for Athletic Training Education Program..Fall 2010

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