Sports Medicine (CIP 51.260)
The Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Aide program is designed to prepare students for a number of technical fields related to Kinesiology. Instruction includes theory and applications related to anatomy, physiology, physiology, pathophysiology, prevention, recognition, evaluation, and treatment of injuries, medical terminology, nutrition, mental health and wellness, therapy, and rehabilitation of injuries, exercise prescription, and modification.
PROGRAM CONCENTRATIONS:
Anatomy and Physiology
Biomechanics
Evaluation and Assessment of Injuries
Exercise Physiology
First Aid and CPR
Medical Terminology and Documentation
Nutrition and Weight Management
Taping and Bracing
Therapeutic Exercise and Restorative Care
Strength and Conditioning
COOPERATIVE EDUCATION ELIGIBLE: Yes
MEDIAN SALARY (Via O*NET OnLine):
Athletic Trainer $57,930
Nutritionist $69,680
Occupational Therapist $96,370
Personal Trainer $38,160
Physical Therapist $99,710
Physical Therapist Assistant $64,080
COLLEGE CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES:
1 to 1 Agreements:
St Francis Worldwide
Montgomery County Community College
COMPANIES STUDENTS HAVE WORKED WITH:
ATI Rehab
Good Shepherd Rehab
Mishock PT
Phoenix Rehab
Rothman Orthopedic
Spring Valley YMCA
Upper Perk SM & PT
YP YMCA
PROGRAM SYLLABUS - Syllabus Link
PROGRAM TASK LIST - Task List Link
CAREER OPTIONS:
Athletic Trainer
Nutritionist
Occupational Therapist
Personal Trainer
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
CERTIFICATIONS:
American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR & AED
American Red Cross First Aid
Personal Fitness Trainer Ready
Stop the Bleed
OSHA 10-Hour Certification
Pennsylvania Skills Certification (NOCTI)