Kinesiology - Pre-Athletic Training Emphasis, B.S.

Department Chair: Jim Ave, Ph.D., ATC

Overview

The pre-athletic training emphasis is specifically for individuals interested in attending a graduate program in athletic training. Athletic training programs are now offered nation-wide at the graduate level only. Students desiring to become athletic trainers must complete an undergraduate degree that meets specific pre-requisites for these graduate-level programs. This degree program and emphasis provides the ideal foundation for students pursuing athletic training.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

1. Communication: Clearly communicate using concise and correct language.
2. Content Knowledge: Accurately comprehend and apply content-specific knowledge.
3. Quantitative Reasoning: Interpret and solve quantitative problems.
4. Critical Thinking: Apply critical thinking skills to solve problems, make evidence-based decisions, and conduct research using the scientific method.
5. Professional Values: Articulate ethical values and guiding principles relevant to a chosen profession.
6. Fitness Assessment: Evaluate health-related fitness using appropriate techniques and instruments.
7. Exercise Prescription: Develop and implement an exercise prescription for a targeted population

Locations Offered

Main Campus Fresno

Degree Pathway

Kinesiology - Pre-Athletic Training Emphasis, B.S. Four Year Pathway