Exercise Science 255 
CARE AND PREVENTION OF
ATHLETIC INJURIES

3 UNITS
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Recommended Preparation: None
3 hours lecture
This course is designed to (1) provide a background for individuals interested in an athletic training career, (2) develop an understanding of
athletic injuries in terms of prevention, recognition, evaluation, treatment, first aid and emergency care for coaches and/or teachers in athletic settings, and (3) provide athletes with an understanding of
how to manage their own injuries and methods of prevention.