PHED 1913 Introduction to Athletic Training Syllabus 010 Fall 2026

Credit Hours 3.00 Lecture Hours 3 Clinical/Lab Hours 0
Type of Credit
CIP Code
31.0501
Course Meeting Time

Starts: August 31st 

Ends: December 2nd

Final will open Dec 2nd and close on Dec 9th at 12pm (noon) 

Class meets every Monday and Wednesday from 11am to 12:15pm

Course Description
This course is designed for the individual who is interested in learning about the profession of athletic training. The course covers basic aspects of sports-related health conditions and training techniques.
Explanation of Course Alignment

This course is designed to be an introduction to skills required in the prevention and treatment of athletic injuries. Although the course is a requirement for Athletic Training majors, it is also available to others interested in coaching or teaching. They may find themselves in a professional situation where they are expected to care for injuries. Therefore, the main objective of the course is that a student will be comfortable in their ability to recognize and properly treat athletic injuries.

Faculty Contact Information

Faculty Name
Candice
Faculty Email
Faculty Phone
815-802-8617
Faculty Office Number
G109
Faculty Student Support Hours

By appointment only.

Faculty Information

Faculty

Candice Brackett, ATC
815-802-8617
cbrackett@kcc.edu
Physical Education/ Athletics

Associate Dean

Brad Wood
bwood@kcc.edu

Division Office

W102
815-802-8800 or 815-802-8805

Course Information

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Have a basic understanding of the athletic training profession
  2. Know basic anatomy
  3. Recognize athletic related injuries and the mechanism, prevention and treatment of these types of injuries.
Topical Outline
  1. Introduction to class
  2. What is Athletic Training?
  3. Prevention and Health Promotion (Injury Prevention)
  4. Clinical Examination and Diagnosis (Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis)
  5. Acute and Emergency Care (Immediate Care)
  6. Therapeutic Interventions (Rehabilitation and Reconditioning)
  7. Health Care Administration (Organization and Administration)
  8. Advanced AT Concepts (Professional Responsibilities)
Textbook/s and Course Materials

Textbook(s): No textbook required. All information will be posted on Canvas or handed out in class.

Methods of Evaluation

Grading scale: 

100%-90% A, 89%-80% B, 79%-70% C, 69%-60% D, 59% and below F

                 **I grade on a POINTS system. You determine your grade.

Points are obtained through:

*Attendance
*Vocabulary Assignments
*In-class Assignments
*Canvas Assignments
*Article Reviews
*Canvas Quizzes
*Final**

Academic Division

Health Careers

Dean, Brad Wood; 815-802-8815; M107; bwood@kcc.edu; Division Office – W102; 815-802-8800

Course Policies

NO CELL PHONES ALLOWED!! If a student is caught on his/her phone he/she will be asked to leave class and he/she will lose attendance and activity points for that day. If the student is caught twice with their cell phone, he/she will lose 10% of their total grade. Anything after 2 offenses student and professor will meet for a meeting and he/she will ultimately be asked to withdraw from the course.

 

Attendance is mandatory. Emergency situations will be taken into consideration on an individual basis. We meet on Monday and Wednesday every week from 11am to 1215pm.

Expectations for Classroom and Online Behavior

Please come prepared for class. Have all course materials and supplies. Participate as you feel comfortable. Arrive on time, silence your phones and be respectful.  

Course Calendar

Important Dates

Sept 7: Labor Day: No class

Oct 12: Spring Registration Opens

Nov 11: Veteran’s Day: No class

Nov 26- Nov 29: Thanksgiving Break (We will not meet on the 25th)

Dec 7 - Dec 10: Finals Week

College Policies, Resources and Supports

College Policies

For information related to the Student Code of Conduct Policy, Withdrawal Policy, Email Policy, and Non- Attendance/Non-Participation Policy, please review the college’s Code of Campus Affairs and Regulations webpage, which can be found at catalog.kcc.edu under the Academic Regulations & Conduct Guide. 

Resources

KCC offers various academic and personal resources for all students. Many services are offered virtually, as well as in person. Please visit Student Resources - Kankakee Community College to access student resources services such as:

  • Clubs and organizations
  • Counseling and referral services
  • Office of disability services
  • Student complaint policy
  • Transfer services
  • Tutoring services, etc.