Below are the expected learning outcomes for the pre-athletic training students’ observational experience. At the conclusion of the observational experience (regardless of where observation hours were completed), students should be able to

1. Define the domains of Athletic Training
2. Recognize the importance of an Emergency Action Plan
3. Recognize the importance of confidentiality and communication with athletes, coaches, parents, and other sports medicine professionals
4. Comply with OSHA and Bloodborne Pathogen (BBP) regulations specific to the Athletic Training setting
5. Recall basic anatomy, specifically for the musculoskeletal system
6. Obtain basic understanding of common medical terminology
7. Identify the role of a Certified Athletic Trainer as part of the Sports Medicine Team in various settings (i.e., Collegiate, High School, etc)

As a Pre-Athletic Training you are asked to complete annual Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Training prior to participating in any observation experience. Current University of Florida students may complete this course online through E-Learning. To register for the BBP online course, please email our academic advisor for the Department of Applied Physiology and Kinesiology, apkadvisor@hhp.ufl.edu; please include your full name and Gatorlink ID in the email request.

Below is a list of Certified Athletic Trainers that are willing to host pre-athletic training students interested in observation experiences. As a pre-athletic training student, you are not required to complete your observation experience with anyone on this list, but you must obtain a minimum of 100 hours of observation under a Certified Athletic Trainer as part of the Application/Portfolio Process for Admission into the CAATE Accredited Undergraduate Athletic Training Education Program. The observational experiences must be documented on the “Observation Experience Documentation Form” (available from Ms. Lori Gibbs lgibbs@hhp.ufl.edu). The Observation Experience Documentation Form requires the signature, Board of Certification number and Licensure number of the Certified Athletic Trainer supervising the experience.

Please Note: Opportunities at the University Athletic Association (UAA) Inc. and RecSports are reserved for pre-athletic training students currently enrolled at the University of Florida only. Please inquire about requirements for opportunities with UAA or RecSports directly.

Some of the sites listed below may require their own application process and/or expenses that are independent of those of the Athletic Training Education Program Application/Portfolio Process. Pre-Athletic Training Students are encouraged to purchase liability insurance for the duration of their observation experiences, regardless of the site. Current University of Florida students may purchase liability insurance for $15/year; please contact Dr. Keith Naugle (knaugle@hhp.ufl.edu) for more information.