The
University of West Alabama's Athletic Training Education
Program is nationally accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
(CAATE) to prepare students for the
Board of Certification (BOC)
certification examination. The curriculum requirements are
met through the comprehensive athletic training major
offered through the
Department of Physical Education and Athletic Training
which leads to a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic
Training. The program places strong emphasis on the
practical clinical experience coupled with specific
professional course work. The University of West Alabama
athletic training students put classroom concepts into
practice by assisting staff athletic trainers with the day
to day care of athletes in a variety of intercollegiate and
interscholastic athletic training settings. Training in
these diverse athletic environments provide students with
valuable clinical experience in a variety of sports and
sports related injuries.
