Physical Education & Health

No more than 8 s.h. of Physical Education courses numbered 0000-1000, including Personal Fitness Management (PHED1000), may be presented toward the 128 hours required for graduation. No more than 2 s.h. of the 8 s.h. applied toward graduation may be earned through varsity athletics.

A restricted program, designed to rehabilitate the student, is provided where a permanent or temporary disability exists.

The athletic training major prepares those desiring to become certified athletic trainers (ATC). Graceland University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), 2201 Double Creek Drive, Suite 5006, Round Rock, TX 78664 (512) 733-9700.

The Undergraduate Program
In order to be eligible for the athletic training major, students must first be admitted to Graceland University, and be in good standing. Students usually spend the first two to four semesters completing general education and required supporting courses. Applications for admission should be completed the semester prior to desired start of the program (see Admission to the Major below). The professional portion of the program (major) may be completed in five semesters, but may be completed in as few as four semesters if all prerequisites and general education are complete upon admission; students are expected to complete the professional portion within six semesters. Students may have to extend the program to fit their educational and extra-curricular goals.

Admission to the Major
Admission to the athletic training major is competitive. Students attending Graceland University at least one year prior to application for admission are given priority points in the application process. Admission is based on completion of and overall rank in the following areas:

1. Completion of Athletic Training Major Application. (October 15 for Spring admission, March 15 for Fall admission.)
2. Academic Requirements.
   1. Completion of at least 48 semester hours, prior to beginning the program*.
   2. Minimum of 2.50 cumulative GPA on all previous college work.
   3. Completion of all athletic training requisites and required supporting courses*.
   4. Minimum of “C’ in each athletic training prerequisite and required supporting course, with a minimum 2.75 cumulative “core” GPA.
3. Two letters of reference.
4. Signed statements of understanding and proven ability to meet “additional requirements.”

Transfer students wishing to be admitted to the athletic training major need to follow the procedures for admission above. Transfer students may complete general education requirements and possibly the required supporting course requirements at other accredited institutions of higher education. (See Graceland University's policies on transfer students and credits.) In addition, to ensure program quality and integrity, classes that encompass clinical proficiencies (e.g., ATHT2400, ATHT3100, and classes limited to athletic training majors) may be transferred only if the student demonstrates competence in all areas for a particular class. The curriculum director will be the final authority on demonstrated competence.

*Students who apply while finishing academic requirements (2a and 2c above) may be admitted provisionally for one semester. Final admission is contingent upon successful completion of the requirements.

1. Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 and core GPA of 2.75. Those students who fall below 2.50 cumulative and/or 2.75 core will be required to meet with the athletic training administrator and devise a personal academic success plan. (The athletic training administrator may immediately dismiss a student from the program if the cumulative GPA falls below 2.00 or the core falls below 2.50.)
2. Earn a minimum grade of “C” in each required athletic training course, with a minimum 2.75 cumulative “core” GPA. Required courses may be repeated one time, after which the student is subject to dismissal from the major.
3. Successful completion of each internship experience.
4. Continued ability to meet additional requirements.

1. Technical standards
2. Physical exam and immunizations
3. Scheduling and time commitment
4. Housing and transportation
5. New coursework
6. Possible additional expenses (e.g., uniforms, immunizations)

Required Supporting Courses:
ATHT2400 Introduction to Athletic Training 3 s.h.
ATHT2500 Medical Terminology 2 s.h.
ATHT3100 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 s.h.
BIOL1300 Introduction to Biology 3 s.h.
BIOL2300 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 s.h.
BIOL2310 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 s.h.
BIOL2560 Nutrition 3 s.h.
HLTH1200 Principles of Healthful Living 2 s.h.
HLTH2110 First Aid for Professional Rescuer 1 s.h.
MATH1380 Introduction to Statistics 3 s.h. 
PSYC1300 Introductory Psychology 3 s.h.

Required Athletic Training Courses:
ATHT1700 Athletic Training Internship 2 s.h.
ATHT2700 Athletic Training Internship 2 s.h.
ATHT3200 Medical Aspects of Athletic Training 3 s.h.
ATHT3210 Clinical in Medical Concepts 1 s.h.
ATHT3700 Athletic Training Internship 2 s.h.
ATHT4200 Evaluation of Athletic Injuries I 2 s.h.
ATHT4210 Clinical: Evaluation I 1 s.h.
ATHT4220 Evaluation of Athletic Injuries II 2 s.h.
ATHT4230 Clinical: Evaluation II 1 s.h.
ATHT4240 Therapeutic Modalities 2 s.h.
ATHT4250 Clinical: Therapeutic Modalities 1 s.h.
ATHT4260 Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation 2 s.h.
ATHT4270 Clinical: Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation 1 s.h.
ATHT4700 Athletic Training Internship 2 s.h.
HMSC4330 Organization & Administration for the Health Care Professional 3 s.h.
HMSC4900 Senior Seminar I 1 s.h.
HMSC4910 Senior Seminar II 1 s.h.
PHED3340 Anatomical and Mechanical Kinesiology 3 s.h.
PHED4360 Physiology of Exercise 3 s.h.

In addition to the general education requirements, majors in Fitness Leadership must complete the following requirements:

PHED1230 Body Weight Physical Training 3 s.h.
PHED1250 Calisthenics I 3 s.h.
PHED2100 Anatomy and Physiology for Fitness Leadership 4 s.h.
PHED2110 History of Physical Education I 3 s.h.
PHED2250 Calisthenics II 3 s.h.
PHED2290 Close Range Martial Arts I 3 s.h.
PHED2300 Medium Range Martial Arts I 3 s.h.
PHED3110 History of Physical Education II 3 s.h.
PHED3180 Tumbling and Balancing 3 s.h.
PHED3280 The Foundations of Physical Education 3 s.h.
PHED3290 Close Range Martial Arts II 3 s.h.
PHED3300 Medium Range Martial Arts II 3 s.h. 
PHED4120 Speed, Agility, and Endurance 3 s.h.
PHED4340 Body Mechanics and Applied Kinesiology 3 s.h.

*This major is offered through the Distance Learning Program.

ATHT3100 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 s.h.
BIOL2300 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 s.h.
BIOL2310 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 s.h.
HLTH1200 Principles of Healthful Living 2 s.h.
HLTH2100 First Aid or

*For non-teaching Physical Education majors only.

1. FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJORS WHO WANT A SECONDARY ENDORSEMENT (5-12): Students majoring in Physical Education who desire Iowa Teacher Certification with a Physical Education secondary endorsement must complete the major requirements and the Secondary Education Program (with PHED3310 Teaching of Health and Physical Education and PHED3320 Directed Teaching Methods of Physical Education as the appropriate methods courses).
2. FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJORS WHO WANT A COMBINATION ENDORSEMENT (K-8 AND 5-12): Students majoring in Physical Education who desire Iowa Teacher Certification with an elementary and secondary Physical Education endorsement must complete the major requirements and the Combination Program , PHED0330 New Games, PHED2280, PHED2340, and PHED3380, (with PHED3310 Teaching of Health and Physical Education and PHED3320 Directed Teaching Methods of Physical Education as the appropriate methods courses).
3. FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJORS WHO WANT AN ELEMENTARY ENDORSEMENT (K-8): Students majoring in Physical Education and Health who desire Iowa Teacher Certification with an elementary Physical Education endorsement must complete the Secondary Program ( 5-12 grade-level requirements), substituting PHED2280, PHED2340, and EDUC4400, for PHED3310, PHED3320 and EDUC4420.
4. FOR NON-PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJORS WHO WANT A SECONDARY PHYSICAL EDUCATION ENDORSEMENT (5-12): Non-Physical Education majors desiring a Physical Education secondary endorsement (5-12) in Iowa must complete the Secondary Education Program (with PHED3310 Teaching of Health and Physical Education and PHED3320 Directed Teaching Methods of Physical Education as the appropriate methods courses), a major in a secondary teaching field, and the following courses:
   
   

   ATHT3100 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 s.h.
   BIOL2300 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 s.h.

   BIOL2310 Anatomy and Physiology II 3 s.h.

   HLTH2100 First Aid or

   HLTH2110 First Aid for Professional Rescuer 1 s.h.

   PHED1200 Motor Learning 2 s.h.

   PHED2150 Teaching Team Sports 1 s.h.

   PHED2160 Teaching Racquet Sports 1 s.h.

   PHED2170 Teaching Adventure Sports 1 s.h.

   PHED2180 Teaching Body Mechanics 1 s.h.

   PHED3280 The Foundations of Physical Education 3 s.h.

   PHED3340 Anatomical and Mechanical Kinesiology 3 s.h.

   PHED3370 Adaptive Physical Education 3 s.h.

   
   
5. FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION OR NON-PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJORS WHO WANT A COACHING ENDORSEMENT (K-12):
   
   Students who will be eligible for an Iowa Teacher's certificate with a teaching endorsement may earn an Iowa coaching endorsement by completing the following courses:

ATHT3100 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 s.h.

BIOL2300 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 s.h.

HLTH2100 First Aid or

HLTH2110 First Aid for Professional Rescuer 1 s.h.

PHED3360 Theory and Practice of Coaching 3 s.h.

PSYC2250 Developmental Psychology 3 s.h.



Students who are not eligible for an Iowa Teacher's certificate may complete the requirements for an Iowa coaching authorization by completing the following courses:


ATHT3100 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 s.h.

BIOL2300 Anatomy and Physiology I 3 s.h.

HLTH2100 First Aid or

HLTH2110 First Aid for the Professional Rescuer 1 s.h.

PHED3360 Theory and Practice of Coaching 3 s.h.

PSYC2250 Developmental Psychology 3 s.h.

From Business:
BUAD1360 Introduction to Business Administration 3 s.h.

From Mathematics:
MATH1380 Introduction to Statistics 3 s.h.

From Recreation:
RECR1100 Introduction to Leisure Services 3 s.h.
RECR3350 Facility Management 3 s.h.
RECR3400 The Program Process: Principle and Application 3 s.h.

From Exercise Science:
ATHT3100 Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries 2 s.h.
PHED0060 Aerobic Dance 1 s.h.
PHED0470 Weight Training and Conditioning 1 s.h.
PHED0490 Stress Management and Relaxation 1 s.h.
PHED0580 Badminton and Racquetball 1 s.h.
PHED0480 Advanced Swimming or

A minor in Wellness Program Management requires 22 or more hours including ATHT3100, BIOL2300, BIOL2560, HLTH2100, HLTH1200, RECR1100, RECR3350, PHED3500 and two (one hour) activity courses (choosing from PHED0010-0740).

1. General Medical Concepts—Focuses on the recognition and appropriate care and referral of general medical conditions, illnesses, and disabilities.
2. Pharmacology for Athletic Training—Focuses on pharmokinetics, pharmacological applications, and governing regulations relevant to treatment of injuries, illnesses, and disabilities of the physically active.
3. Medical Terminology and Record Keeping—Focuses on the use of appropriate medical terminology and documentation for the purposes of tracking progress, record-keeping, and communicating with other health-care professionals.

Prerequisites: Athletic Training major, CO: ATHT3210.