ATR 580 - Advanced Emergency Care

3 Credit Hour(s)

This course is designed to teach athletic training students how to respond to various emergency medical situations. It includes professional training in first aid techniques, splinting, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillation (AED), supplemental oxygen, and methods to prevent disease transmission for allied health care professionals. This course explores various methods to manage acute injuries and illness common to the physically active population including incorporating hands-on training in the implementation of emergency care techniques. 2 hours of lecture and 1 hour of laboratory work. (Summer)

Prerequisite(s): Admission into the MAT program