HE 259 - Athletic Injury Care and Prevention

3 Credit(s)

Corequisite(s):

WR 115Q as required.

Recommended Prerequisite(s):

BI 121 and BI 121L

Course Description: Introduces students to prevention, treatment, and management of athletic injuries. Basic musculoskeletal anatomy will be reviewed. Students will learn to assess, treat and rehabilitate various athletic injuries. Practical skill sessions for hands-on experience will be included in the course. Physical Contact Note: Due to the nature of this course, students are advised that physical contact between Instructor-to-student or student-to-student is required (example: taping of an ankle). If you do not think you will be able to participate to the extent required by the course, students are encouraged to speak to their advisors and consider an alternative course substitution.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Perform a primary and secondary assessment of victim to determine next steps. (ILO: Communication)
CLO#2: Demonstrate basic risk management techniques prior to and during athletic activities including training practices, environmental considerations, protective equipment, and taping and bandaging skills (safe preparation).
CLO#3: Summarize a basic pathology of an injury (analysis of an injury) and demonstrate immediate and short-term care protocols.
CLO#4: Demonstrate how to use therapeutic exercise techniques for injuries and rehabilitation (rehabilitation and re-entry).

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Under wrap and athletic tape

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.