Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Athletic Training] From South Dakota State University

The program exists to cultivate a learning environment implementing innovative and best practice pedagogies which challenge students to become reflective, professional, and ethical practitioners dedicated to improving patients’ quality of life. The overall goals of the program are to provide students with knowledge and experiences which improve the depth and breadth of professional competency in athletic training, enhance written and oral communication abilities, promote an appreciation for the ways research can inform practice, and/or prepare students for advanced study in the field.

A major in Athletic Training prepares students for entry into clinical practice as licensed athletic trainers. The AT program is two years in length and includes coursework in the summer between and first and second professional years. In addition to completing the courses required for the curriculum, students must successfully complete proficiencies associated with clinical education and clinical experiences under the supervision of preceptors who are appropriately credentialed health care professionals. Clinical experiences will include working with a variety of patients in high schools, colleges/universities, sports medicine clinics, and medical and rehabilitation clinics. Upon successful completion of the curriculum, students will be eligible to challenge the national certifying examination for athletic trainers through the Board of Certification (BOC).