Athletic Training and Rehabilitation Studies Minor


Athletic Training and Rehabilitation Studies Minor

The Athletic Training and Rehabilitation Studies minor is intended to complement existing majors by offering students a blend of foundational health care concepts and hands-on learning.  The minor is designed for students considering a career in clinical health care or for those who would simply like to broaden their educational experience with a background in clinical healthcare. 

The Athletic Training and Rehabilitation Studies minor requires a minimum of 15 hours to complete. This total includes 12 credits of required courses and three credits of electives offered within the Athletic Training and Rehabilitation Studies major.  While pursuing this minor, students will have the opportunity to participate in clinical experiences while observing and learning alongside practicing health care professionals such as athletic trainers, physical therapists, and other practitioners. 

Students can declare this minor at any time throughout their academic progression once they are admitted to UNI.  Although students should typically allow four semesters to complete the 15 credits, this can vary depending on course offerings and availability. 

The first step is to submit the "Declaration of Curriculum" form, and indicating Athletic Training and Rehabilitation Studies minor. Then, students should contact a Department of Kinesiology & Athletic Training Academic Advisor.

Choose four of the following:12
Introduction to Athletic Training & Clinical Healthcare
Clinical & Gross Human Anatomy
Foundations of Orthopedic Injury Assessment & Pathology I
Foundations of Therapeutic Interventions & Rehabilitation
General Medical Conditions
Elective (select a minimum of 3 hours of the following):3
Athletic Training
Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries
Prevention and Care Laboratory
Gross Human Anatomy
Public Health
Introduction to Public Health
Epidemiology of Human Diseases
Medical Terminology, Short Course
Nutrition for Health Promotion
Health Policy and Advocacy
Health of Vulnerable Populations
International Health
Kinesiology
Biomechanics
Exercise Physiology
Sports Nutrition
Total Hours15