Athletic Training/Sports Medicine - Central Michigan University

Athletic Training/Sports Medicine from Central Michigan University is a Campus Bachelor Physical Therapy degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. As the first university in the country to offer an athletic training major, CMU is continuing its strong commitment to educating students interested in the athletic training profession. Consider these key features distinguishing this program at CMU: * Classroom, internship, and clinical experiences that prepare students for positions as entry-level certified athletic trainers * Faculty members who are certified athletic trainers and who are passionate about teaching and the athletic training profession * Upon program completion, eligibility to apply for the Board of Certification Incorporated national certification examination for athletic trainers * Career development opportunities and activities through student groups such as the Student Athletic Trainers Organization Career outlook According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, for all occupations through the year 2014: * Employment of athletic trainers is expected to increase 27 percent or more. * The occupation is expected to continue to change over the next decade, including more administrative responsibilities, adapting to new technology, and working with larger populations. * Continuing efforts to have an athletic trainer in every high school reflect concern for student-athletes' health and may lead to growth in the number of athletic trainers employed in high schools. Career options Graduates of the athletic training/sports medicine program at CMU will find employment in a variety of career settings. Careers in some of these areas may require additional training. * Colleges/Universities * Physical therapy clinics * High schools * Physician offices * Industrial rehabilitation centers * Professional sports teams * Medical fitness centers * Sports medicine clinics View more details on Central Michigan University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Physical Therapy courses.