Are you passionate about health and fitness? If you want to learn how to use rehabilitation techniques to help people recover from injuries, the sports medicine program might be the perfect fit for you!
Allan Hancock College’s sports medicine program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in athletic training, exercise science, physical therapy, and other sports medicine related fields. The program emphasizes identification, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of sport and activity related injuries.
Hancock's sports medicine team is composed of certified athletic trainers, licensed physicians, physical therapists, nurses, administrators, counselors and student athletic trainers (SAT). The SATs’ goal is to earn a kinesiology or sports medicine associate degree and go on to attend an accredited four-year university to achieve an advanced sports medicine degree. Students’ classroom learning is enhanced through hands-on clinical education experiences and the opportunity to work in the athletic training room.
The sports medicine program also prepares students to obtain internships or entry-level positions in a physical therapy/sports medicine workplace.
This program will help you to:
- recognize, evaluate, and treat sport related injuries
- apply techniques to prevent sports injuries
- apply rehabilitation techniques to sports related injuries
- understand anatomical, biomechanical, and physiological systems to sport and activity
- communicate effectively and professionally
- understand the legal and ethical issues within a sports medicine setting
Suggested Course Sequence
The “Suggested Course Sequence” is an example of how to complete the requirements plus any additional general education that may be needed. If you would like to create a personalized Student Education Plan (SEP), schedule a meeting with a counselor.
Summer Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Advisories: Eligible for ENGL 101 or completion of ENGL 514
An introduction to the concepts of biology. Designed for majors in fields other than biological science, the course investigates the nature of science, cells, genetics, evolution, ecology, and biodiversity. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab: 3 hours weekly.
Total Units:
4
Fall Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Limitations on Enrollment: To participate in Cooperative Work Experience: (1) students must be working at a job within their major, (2) students must be able to become involved in new or expanded responsibilities on the job, (3) the employer must be willing to cooperate with the college in the supervision and evaluation of the student and (4) the student must attend all coordination/consultation meetings in addition to other work and class responsibilities. NUMBER OF TIMES COURSE CAN BE REPEATED: Students enrolled in CWE 149 may earn up to 8 units of credit per semester not to exceed 16 units in total. Any units earned in any other Cooperative Work Experience course will be included in the 16 unit maximum. CWE Units Unpaid Placement: 1 unit 60 hours, 2 units 120 hours, 3 units 180 hours, 4 units 240 hours, 5 units 300 hours, 6 units 360 hours, 7 units 420 hours, 8 units 480 hours. CWE Units Paid Placement: 1 unit 75 hours, 2 units 150 hours, 3 units 225 hours, 4 units 300 hours, 5 units 375 hours, 6 units 450 hours, 7 units 525 hours, 8 units 600 hours.
Supervised employment extending classroom-based learning to an on-the-job learning environment relating to the student's career and educational goals. In addition, these work experiences improve the student's basic work skills and professional competencies by creating career awareness, improving work habits, and fostering positive workplace attitudes.
Designed for prospective coaches, athletic trainers, health and physical educators; to aid in the recognition, evaluation and care of athletic injuries. Emphasizes techniques in taping, care, prevention, and rehabilitation of injuries. This course includes one lab hour per week, which is led by the instructor. The lab hour allows students to apply concepts and techniques presented during lecture.
Prerequisite: MATH 331 or Placement according to AHC placement policy.
A study of descriptive and inferential statistics including applications in the behavioral and natural sciences. Topics include classification and analysis of data, probability, distributions, sampling, the binomial, normal, t, F, and chi-square distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, regression analysis, analysis of variance and non-parametric methods. Calculators and/or computers will be used throughout.
An introduction to the discipline of kinesiology including the importance, philosophy, history, and biomechanics of human movement. Students will be exposed to various professional opportunities available to those pursuing an education in the field of exercise science. Students will also examine ways of understanding and studying human movement and its role and significance in daily life.
This course is designed to allow students who are considering a kinesiology based profession, to develop the necessary knowledge and skills to successfully respond in various first aid and safety circumstances which may arise in their distinctive work environment as a professional educator/coach. Topics include: injury prevention; sudden illness; heat/cold related injuries; responding to acute asthmatic emergencies; soft tissue, and muscular, bone and joint injuries; responding to unconscious or choking persons; and cardiac emergencies. At the end of the course, students will be American Red Cross “lay responder” certified in first aid, AED, and adult, child, and infant CPR. Students will not be certified at the “professional rescuer” level. Students must obtain and review the required textbook prior to the first class meeting.
Total Units:
14.0
Spring Semester (Year 1)
Course #
Course Title
Units
Advisories: BIOL 100
An examination of the functional anatomy of the human organism. Lectures and laboratories investigate the microscopic and macroscopic structures of the major organ systems.
Limitations on Enrollment: To participate in Cooperative Work Experience: (1) students must be working at a job within their major, (2) students must be able to become involved in new or expanded responsibilities on the job, (3) the employer must be willing to cooperate with the college in the supervision and evaluation of the student and (4) the student must attend all coordination/consultation meetings in addition to other work and class responsibilities. NUMBER OF TIMES COURSE CAN BE REPEATED: Students enrolled in CWE 149 may earn up to 8 units of credit per semester not to exceed 16 units in total. Any units earned in any other Cooperative Work Experience course will be included in the 16 unit maximum. CWE Units Unpaid Placement: 1 unit 60 hours, 2 units 120 hours, 3 units 180 hours, 4 units 240 hours, 5 units 300 hours, 6 units 360 hours, 7 units 420 hours, 8 units 480 hours. CWE Units Paid Placement: 1 unit 75 hours, 2 units 150 hours, 3 units 225 hours, 4 units 300 hours, 5 units 375 hours, 6 units 450 hours, 7 units 525 hours, 8 units 600 hours.
Supervised employment extending classroom-based learning to an on-the-job learning environment relating to the student's career and educational goals. In addition, these work experiences improve the student's basic work skills and professional competencies by creating career awareness, improving work habits, and fostering positive workplace attitudes.
Prerequisite: Placement based upon Allan Hancock College's placement policy.
Designed to help students enhance their analytical reading and writing skills using a wide variety of texts. Emphasizes college-level expository essay construction, communication, and research methods leading to the preparation and writing of a research paper.
Designed for prospective kinesiology health professionals, including but not limited to athletic trainers, physical therapy aides, physical therapy assistants, physical therapists, and health and physical educators. The course will focus on the three areas of orthopedic care: theory and implementation of therapeutic modalities to athletic injuries; advanced recognition and assessment of orthopedic injuries; and application of rehabilitation programs for athletic injuries. This course includes three lab hours per week, which are led by the instructor. The lab hour allows students to apply concepts and techniques presented during lecture.
Total Units:
15 to 17
Summer Semester (Year 2)
Course #
Course Title
Units
An introductory course emphasizing the principles and practices of chemistry for the student having no prior background in chemistry. Not open to students currently enrolled in or who have received credit for CHEM 100. Lecture 3 hours weekly. Lab : 3 hours weekly.
Total Units:
4
Program Requirements:
"Program Requirements" specify the courses required for this program. See suggested course sequence for additional information.
A major of 34-38 units is required for the associate in science degree.
Required core courses (34-38 units)
| Course Number | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ATH 104 | Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| ATH 106 | Orthopedic Injury Assess/Rehab | 4.000 - 0.000 |
| BIOL 100 | Introductory Biology | 4.000 - 0.000 |
| BIOL 124 | Human Anatomy | 4.000 - 0.000 |
| BIOL 125 | Human Physiology | 4.000 - 0.000 |
| FSN 110 | Nutrition Science | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PE 100 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 3.000 - 0.000 |
| PE 129 | First Aid-CPR: Educator/Coach | 1.000 - 0.000 |
| MATH 123 | Elementary Statistics | 4.000 - 0.000 |
| PE 149 | Cooperative Work Experience: Occupational | 1.000 - 8.000 |
| or | ||
| WEE 149 | Work Experience Education: Occupational | 1.000 - 8.000 |
Fall Semester (Year 2)
Course #
Course Title
Units
A study of the functions and interactions of human cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems. Metabolic processes, negative feedback mechanisms, and homeostatic regulation are investigated in both lecture and laboratory sections. Emphasis is on the interaction of physiological processes responsible for the maintenance of normal body functions. Lecture: 3 hours weekly. Lab 3 hours weekly.
Limitations on Enrollment: To participate in Cooperative Work Experience: (1) students must be working at a job within their major, (2) students must be able to become involved in new or expanded responsibilities on the job, (3) the employer must be willing to cooperate with the college in the supervision and evaluation of the student and (4) the student must attend all coordination/consultation meetings in addition to other work and class responsibilities. NUMBER OF TIMES COURSE CAN BE REPEATED: Students enrolled in CWE 149 may earn up to 8 units of credit per semester not to exceed 16 units in total. Any units earned in any other Cooperative Work Experience course will be included in the 16 unit maximum. CWE Units Unpaid Placement: 1 unit 60 hours, 2 units 120 hours, 3 units 180 hours, 4 units 240 hours, 5 units 300 hours, 6 units 360 hours, 7 units 420 hours, 8 units 480 hours. CWE Units Paid Placement: 1 unit 75 hours, 2 units 150 hours, 3 units 225 hours, 4 units 300 hours, 5 units 375 hours, 6 units 450 hours, 7 units 525 hours, 8 units 600 hours.
Supervised employment extending classroom-based learning to an on-the-job learning environment relating to the student's career and educational goals. In addition, these work experiences improve the student's basic work skills and professional competencies by creating career awareness, improving work habits, and fostering positive workplace attitudes.
Courses that meet this requirement:
- Anthropology 107
- English 150, 151, 152, 153
- Ethnic Studies 101, 105, 107, 120, 121, 122, 150, 151, 152, 153
- Fashion 105
- Film 122
- History 120, 121
ALL courses in this category also fulfill the AHC Graduation Requirement: Multicultural and Gender Studies
You can choose a course in any subject that has a 100-199 in its title. For example ENGL 100 or ASTR 121.
NOTE: Not all 100-level courses are UC-transferable. See the IGETC sheet for UC eligible courses.
Select one course from the list below to fulfill the requirements for both GE Area 7: Living Skills and AHC Grad: Health Education and Safety.
- Early Childhood Studies 102
- Emergency Medical Services 102
- Food Science and Nutrition 109
- Health Education 100
- Personal Development 101
Select one course from this list.
Total Units:
14.0
Spring Semester (Year 2)
Course #
Course Title
Units
This course covers the science of foods and the nutrients they contain, and of their actions within the body. Emphasis is placed on individual dietary needs, current nutrition and health issues, and application of evidence-based nutrition information. Students utilize computer software to analyze personal diet records and plan healthful meals.
If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:
Courses that meet this requirement:
- Administration of Justice 101, 103, 115
- Anthropology 102, 103, 105, 107
- Business 121, 141
- Communications Studies 100, 110
- Early Childhood Studies 100, 101
- Economics 101, 102, 121, 141
- English 105, 150, 151,152, 153
- Ethnic Studies 101, 107, 150, 151,152, 153
- Geography 102, 103, 105
- Global Studies 141
- Graphics 127
- LGBT 101, 102
- Physical Education 128
- Political Science 101, 104, 105, 110
- Psychology 101, 112, 113, 117, 118, 119, 121
- Sociology 101, 102, 104, 120, 122, 155, 160
Courses that meet this requirement:
- Communication Studies 100, 101, 102, 106
- English 103, 104
- Philosophy 112, 114
If you take any of the following courses, you will also satisfy the Multicultural/Gender Studies requirement:
Courses that meet this requirement:
- Administration of Justice 101, 103, 115
- Anthropology 102, 103, 105, 107
- Business 121, 141
- Communications Studies 100, 110
- Early Childhood Studies 100, 101
- Economics 101, 102, 121, 141
- English 105, 150, 151,152, 153
- Ethnic Studies 101, 107, 150, 151,152, 153
- Geography 102, 103, 105
- Global Studies 141
- Graphics 127
- LGBT 101, 102
- Physical Education 128
- Political Science 101, 104, 105, 110
- Psychology 101, 112, 113, 117, 118, 119, 121
- Sociology 101, 102, 104, 120, 122, 155, 160
Limitations on Enrollment: To participate in Cooperative Work Experience: (1) students must be working at a job within their major, (2) students must be able to become involved in new or expanded responsibilities on the job, (3) the employer must be willing to cooperate with the college in the supervision and evaluation of the student and (4) the student must attend all coordination/consultation meetings in addition to other work and class responsibilities. NUMBER OF TIMES COURSE CAN BE REPEATED: Students enrolled in CWE 149 may earn up to 8 units of credit per semester not to exceed 16 units in total. Any units earned in any other Cooperative Work Experience course will be included in the 16 unit maximum. CWE Units Unpaid Placement: 1 unit 60 hours, 2 units 120 hours, 3 units 180 hours, 4 units 240 hours, 5 units 300 hours, 6 units 360 hours, 7 units 420 hours, 8 units 480 hours. CWE Units Paid Placement: 1 unit 75 hours, 2 units 150 hours, 3 units 225 hours, 4 units 300 hours, 5 units 375 hours, 6 units 450 hours, 7 units 525 hours, 8 units 600 hours.
Supervised employment extending classroom-based learning to an on-the-job learning environment relating to the student's career and educational goals. In addition, these work experiences improve the student's basic work skills and professional competencies by creating career awareness, improving work habits, and fostering positive workplace attitudes.
Total Units:
13 to 16
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Contact Information
Administrative Assistant
Myrna Flores
805-922-6966 ext. 3227
myrna.flores@hancockcollege.edu
Dean, Academic Affairs and Athletic Director
Kim Ensing
805-922-6966 ext. 3359
kensing@hancockcollege.edu
LOCATION
Santa Maria Campus
Bldg. N
805-922-6966 ext. 3227
