Pre-Athletic Training

Associate in Arts Degree with a Concentration in
Pre-Athletic Training (635)

The concentration prepares students to transfer to four-year universities to pursue an advanced degree in athletic training. Trainers determine the physical condition of athletes and recommend exercises that will increase their strength and flexibility and then correct any weaknesses.

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Transfer Consideration

Students who have already chosen the university to which they plan to transfer should consult that institution's catalog or department advisor and an SVCC academic advisor in planning their program.

1. Foundational courses include human anatomy and physiology (BIO 109 and BIO 110), chemistry (CHE 103 or higher), physics (PHY 175 or higher), biology (BIO 105), and psychology (PSY 103)
2. *A minimum number of observation hours (for example 50 hours) with a certified athletic trainer within a recommended timeframe is typically required before program application

Competitive Admissions

Since admission is competitive, completing the recommended courses does not by itself guarantee admission.

1. An earned Bachelor’s degree in a related field or at least 90 hours completed for accelerated programs.
2. Competitive grade point average (GPA) based on cumulative and prerequisite coursework.
3. *Documentation of observation hours.
4. Prerequisite coursework completed typically with a C or higher.
5. Complete an application process by a published deadline. The process can include a separate application, resume, letters of recommendation, and a personal interview.

Special Considerations

1. To become a certified athletic trainer, a student must graduate with a **bachelors or master’s degree from an accredited professional athletic training education program and pass a comprehensive test administered by the Board of Certification(BOC)
2. **The current minimum entry point into the profession of athletic training is a Bachelor's degree, however, it was recently decided by the AT Strategic Alliance that the minimum professional degree level will be a Master's, a change to be implemented within the next few years.
3. Accelerated sequences are available at select institutions that lead students to both a B.S. in kinesiology/exercise science and an M.S. in athletic training.
4. Students will typically be required to undergo criminal background checks in order to be placed at clinical experience sites. A student with a prior criminal record may not be able to complete the program or required courses.
5. For information about the National Athletic Trainer's Association and the certified athletic trainer go to nata.org.
6. Once certified, athletic trainers must meet ongoing continuing education requirements to remain certified. 

Program Contacts at Sauk Valley Community College

• Academic Advising, 815-835-6354

 

Minimum Total Credit Hours - 64 Hours

Suggested Course Sequence

First Semester - 14 Hours

Course #	Course Title	Hours
	Humanities	3 Hours
CHE103	Introduction to Chemistry	4 Hours
A one semester general survey covering basic chemistry principles including topics in organic chemistry. In particular emphasizing electronic structure and periodic law chemical bonding stoichiometry chemical reactions and calculations states of matter solution chemistry including acids bases and salts and organic compounds. Depth of coverage is designed to meet the needs for general education physical science requirements. Credit will not be awarded for both CHE 1023 credits and CHE 1034 credits.Prerequisite None4 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI P1 902LLectureLab Hours 3 lec 2 labweek
ENG101	Composition I	3 Hours
This course 1 develops awareness of the writing process 2 provides inventional organizational and editorial strategies 3 stresses the variety of uses for writing and 4 emphasizes critical skills in reading thinking and writing.Prerequisite Required placement score on approved English placement test high school unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher or a grade of C or higher in ELA 099.3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI C1 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek
FYE101	First Year Experience	1 Hour
The focus of this course is how to be successful in college. Study skills goal setting academic planning time and money management and information research skills are among the core topics included in this course. Within a supportive environment students will share their college experiences and develop connections with fellow students and SVCC staff. Prerequisite None1 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 1 lecweek
MAT240	Elementary Statistics	3 Hours
An introduction to basic concepts in statistical methods including measures of central tendency measures of dispersion probability theoretical and empirical distribution estimation tests of hypotheses linear regression and correlation.Prerequisite a grade of C or better in MAT 081 or MAT 078 or higher OR concurrent enrollment in MAT 040 OR appropriate placement score see current placement score prerequisite chart3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI M1 902LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek

 

Second Semester - 17 Hours

Course #	Course Title	Hours
	Social / Behavioral Science	3 Hours
NRS116	Med Terminology for Hea Career	3 Hours
NRS 116 is an internet-based medical terminology course designed for students pursuing health careers. Students will develop knowledge of the foundation of word parts combining forms anatomical terminology and medical terms organized by body systems. The course includes the study of definition and use of medical terms common to many health related disciplines.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 3 lecweek
BIO105	Principles of Biology	5 Hours
A survey of the basic principles of biology including nature of science cells structure and function of organisms genetics evolution and ecology. This course is designed to satisfy the biology requirement for general education and vocation-occupational curriculum majors. It provides a basis for understanding principles common to all major fields of biology for the science or professional major. This course along with BIO 123 Introduction to Botany and BIO 131 General Zoology is part of the three-semester sequence that satisfies the IAI 910 Biology requirement. Students who have completed BIO 105 with a grade of C or better will not receive credit for BIO 103 or BIO 104. Prerequisite None5 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI L1 910L BIO 910 LectureLab Hours 4 lec 2 labweek
ENG103	Composition II	3 Hours
An advanced course in essay writing with emphasis on formal research ENG 103 serves to develop a proficiency in the collection and selection of data as applied to the completion of a formal research paper. In addition students receive instruction in logic and reasoning including the fundamentals of argumentative and persuasive writing. Prerequisite A grade of C or higher in ENG 101 or its equivalent or consent of instructor. 3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI C1 901RLectureLab Hours 3 lecweek
***	Additional Math or Elective	3 Hours

 

Third Semester - 16 Hours

Course #	Course Title	Hours
	Fine Arts	3 Hours
BIO109	Human Anatomy & Physiology I	4 Hours
A study of introductory chemistry cells metabolic processes the organization of tissues the skeletal system joints and articulation the integumentary system micro and macro organization of the nervous system and somatic and special senses. Prerequisites BIO 105 or BIO 108 with a grade of C or higher OR two years of high school biology with a C or higher within the last five years AND CHE 102 or CHE 103 or CHE 105 with a grade of C or higher OR one year of high school chemistry with a grade of C or higher within the last five years. 4 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 3 lec 2 labweek
BIO120	Environmental Health	3 Hours
An examination of the environmental effects on human physiological systems resulting in diverse problems such as heart disease cancer and other health related concerns. This course is designed to assist the student in making informed responsible decisions affecting personal and environmental wellness.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 3 lecweek
COM131	Intro to Oral Communication	3 Hours
The oral communication course combines communication theory with the practice of oral communication skills. The course 1 develops awareness of the communication process 2 provides inventional organizational and expressive strategies 3 promotes understanding of and adaptation to a variety of communication contexts and 4 emphasizes critical skills in listening reading thinking and speaking.Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI C2 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek
PSY103	Introduction to Psychology	3 Hours
This course is designed to introduce the student to major concepts theories principles and research in the field of psychology. This course will survey the scientific study of human and animal characteristics and behavior. Major topics from biological behavioral cognitive personality developmental abnormal and social psychology theory and research will be emphasized. Universal characteristics and individual differences will be explored Prerequisite None3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI S6 900LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek

 

Fourth Semester - 17 Hours

Course #	Course Title	Hours
	Humanities / Fine Arts	3 Hours
	Elective	1 Hour
BIO110	Human Anatomy & Physiology II	4 Hours
A continuation of BIO 109. BIO 110 is the study of the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine muscular cardiovascular respiratory digestive urinary immune lymphatic and reproductive systems. Additionally electrolyte pH and water balance and human development will be discussed. Prerequisite BIO 109 with a grade of C4 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 3 lec 2 labweek
PED213	First Aid	2 Hours
This course will explore the necessary actions to be taken in case of an accident sudden illness in the home school and within the community based on the most current scientific evidence. Topics discussed include but are not limited to initial scene surveying checking the victim basic first aid CPR AED skills identifying medical emergencies and recognizing various injuries. Students successfully completing the course objectives will receive a two-year Certificate of Completion by the American Red Cross ARC in Adult and Pediatric First AidCPRAED proficiency.Prerequisite None2 Semester hoursLectureLab Hours 2 lecweekNOTES All courses may be selected as an elective course in all programs. All one credit activity courses may be repeated for a total of two credits.
PHY175	Introduction to Physics	4 Hours
Basic concepts of physics including units in mechanics sound optics electricity magnetism and Bohr theory to build an organized body of knowledge relating to physical phenomena encountered in the students life. Designed to meet the laboratory requirements for non-science majors and students in elementary education. Prerequisite ELT 120 or MAT 078 MAT 081 MAT 106 or higher or 2 years of high school algebra with a grade of C or higher or appropriate mathematics placement score.4 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI P1 900LLectureLab Hours 3 lec 2 labweek
PSY200	Human Growth & Development	3 Hours
A study of physical cognitive and psychosocial development of the human across the lifespan. Normative and non-normative patterns of development will be examined. Several major theories of human development will be be explored. Practical application of research findings will be emphasized. Prerequisite PSY 103 or equivalent. 3 Semester hoursIllinois Articulation Initiative IAI S6 902LectureLab Hours 3 lecweek

 

Footnotes

*** Math requirements vary by transfer institution and selected undergraduate major. Recommended elective: PED 115