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Professor: Tracye Rawls-Martin -Director,
Athletic Training Education Programs #718-780-4081.
Assistant Professor: Petersen-
Clinical Coordinator, Athletic Training Educational
Programs
Associate Professor: Spatz-
Division Director, Coordinator of Adapted Physical Education
Track & Coaching and Conditioning Track
Assistant Professor: David Spierer
Professor:
M.V. Stricevic
Adjunct Faculty: 15
The Division of Sports Sciences offers a dual B.S./M.S. degree in Athletic Training.
Through the 158credit Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) students prepare to
take the Board of Certification (BOC) exam to enter the field as a Certified Athletic
Trainer (ATC®). One of the few such programs offered in the United States, it is
accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
Our program at Long Island University provides the entry-level students not only with
the learning experiences within the classroom setting, but also with an enriching array
of professional field experiences.
The curriculum is divided into two phases: a two-year pre-professional phase and a
three-year professional phase. Students entering without a baccalaureate or associate
degree are required to complete the full five years of study; students holding a previous
degree are required to complete three years of study, providing there are adequate
liberal arts and sciences for the baccalaureate degree awarded in the program. The
expanded three-year Professional Phase allows for the following advantages: the ability
to take more advanced courses, increased time to interact and train with mentors, and
the opportunity to integrate a variety of clinical experiences. At the end of the
Professional Phase of the program, the athletic training student will receive a combined
Bachelor of Science/Master of Science degree. Upon completion of all program
requirements students will be eligible to sit for the Board of Certification examination
for Certified Athletic Trainer to earn the ATC ® credential.
The ATEP provides both academic and field based experiences with enriching
opportunities for students working side by side with highly experienced Certified
Athletic Trainers. The Division’s state of the art laboratory facilities also allow students
to gain significant experience in all areas of clinical practice. Individualized instruction, a
defining element of the program is provided by Advanced Teaching Fellows and a
mentorship program promotes further sharing of knowledge and experience.
Program Goals
- To prepare student to pass BOC examination for Athletic Trainers through
required GPA and competency/proficiency evaluation minimum
- To offer field/clinical experiences in appropriate settings that provide adequate
exposure to required clinical education experiences
- To provide network opportunities for possible future employment
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The program is registered with the New York State Education Department and
is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education(CAATE).
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Academic Standards
The courses offered during the Professional Phase must be taken in the required
sequence. Grades below a C are not acceptable in prerequisite courses or in Professional
Phase courses. Once accepted into the program, a cumulative professional grade point
average of at least 2.75 on a scale of 4.00 scale must be maintained each semester.
During the final year, a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 must be maintained.
Students must also meet standards of professional behavior with faculty and peers.
Please see the Athletic Training Student Handbook for more information,
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Application Policies and Procedures
High school graduates may apply as Pre-Athletic Training
candidates. This simplified application process is based
on academic performance i.e. high school average
of 80%.
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Pre-Athletic Training Candidacy
Pre-Athletic Training candidates attend the Brooklyn Campus on a part- or full-time basis, completing their courses in the Pre-Professional Phase of the program. The students then have at least two years to explore their career choice, complete the required athletic training volunteer experience, demonstrate their academic ability, and complete their prerequisite work. At the end of their Pre-Professional course of study, students apply for progression into the Professional Phase of the program. Admission to the Professional Phase is both competitive and selective. A limited number of students will be admitted annually. Enrollment in the Pre-Professional Phase and meeting minimum application criteria does not by itself guarantee entrance into the Professional Phase of the ATEP.
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Application to the Professional Phase
Professional Phase must present the following:
- A cumulative college grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.00 scale;
- Satisfactory completion of all prerequisite work
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Grades more than ten years old cannot be accepted.
- Two letters of recommendation from individuals involved in the field of athletic training.
- Submission of completed Long Island University Athletic Training and Sports Sciences Application.(Please refer to the Athletic Training Student Handbook for specific details and a copy of the complete form.
- A minimum of eighty (80) hours of volunteer experience under the supervision of a Certified Athletic Trainer is required.
- A successful demonstration of clinical proficiencies from pre-requisite courses (Pass/Fail with 1 retest).
- Criteria that meet the technical standards of the program (See below)
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Technical Standards for the Athletic Educational Training
Program
The Athletic Training Educational Program (ATEP) at Long Island University (LIU) is a rigorous and intense program that places specific requirements and demands on the students enrolled in the program. An objective of this program is to prepare graduates to enter a variety of employment settings and to render care to a wide spectrum of individuals engaged in physical activity. The technical standards set forth by the ATEP establish the essential qualities considered necessary for students admitted to this program to achieve the knowledge, skills, and competencies of an entry-level athletic trainer, as well as meet the expectations of the program's accrediting agency (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education [CAATE]). Please refer to the Athletic Training Student Handbook for specific details and a copy of the complete form
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Required Course Work
Long Island University Students are required to complete all
the prerequisite Liberal Arts and Sciences core and health
Professions courses listed below:
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