Indiana Wesleyan University Professional Athletic Training Program

Handbook

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Contents

I. Introduction – Athletic Training Essentials

Pg. 4 National Athletic Trainers’ Association Pg. 4 Board of Certification Pg. 4 Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education Pg. 5 NATA Code of Ethics Pg. 7 Ethics Violations Procedures

II. Academic Program

Pg. 9 ATP Mission Statement and Philosophy Pg. 9 ATP Personnel Pg. 9 ATP Structure Pg. 10 ATP Application Procedure and Program Policies Pg. 11 ATP Retention Policy Pg. 11 ATP Probation Policy Pg. 11 ATP Health Policy Pg. 12 ATP Technical Standards for Admittance Pg. 14 ATP Application for Admission Pg. 17 ATP Recommendation form Pg. 19 ATP Curriculum Map - Suggested Course Sequence

III. Clinical Education

Pg. 21 Athletic Training Student Clinical Education Progression Pg. 21 Academic Credit for Clinical Education Experiences Pg. 21 ATrack Pg. 22 Clinical Education Hour Requirements Pg. 22 Clinical Rotations and Exposure Assignments Pg. 25 IWU Athletics – Primary Clinical Experience Pg. 26 Clinical Supervision of Athletic Training Students (Indiana) Pg. 27 Athletic Training Students Travel Policy Pg. 27 Fair Practice Work Policy Pg. 28 Evaluation of Athletic Training Students Pg. 28 Evaluation of Clinical Preceptors and Clinical Affiliated Sites Pg. 29 Preceptor Evaluation of ATS Pg. 31 ATS Evaluation of Clinical Preceptor Pg. 33 ATS Evaluation of Clinical Affiliated Site

IV. Student Policies and Procedures

Pg. 35 ATP Classification of Athletic Training Students Pg. 36 ATP Class Goals and Objectives Pg. 37 ATS Injury Management Policy Pg. 38 ATP Professionalism Policies – Dress Code Pg. 38 ATP Professionalism Policies – Personal Technology Use Pg. 39 ATP Universal Precautions Pg. 40 ATP Communicable Disease Policy Pg. 41 AT Clinic EPA Policies and Procedures on Disposal of Biohazard Waste Pg. 42 FERPA, BBP, & HIPAA Training Pg. 42 BBP Exposure Control Plan Pg. 43 Athletic Training Clinic Guidelines Pg. 44 Telephone Protocol/ Athletic Training Clinic Schedule Pg. 45 Residential Student Grievance and Appeal Procedure Pg. 45 Honors and Awards Pg. 46 Campus Work Study Positions

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INTRODUCTION

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ATHLETIC TRAINING ESSENTIALS National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) www.nata.org The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) is the professional membership association for certified athletic trainers and others who support the athletic training profession. The NATA facilitates the development of the NATA Educational Competencies, which provides educational programs with a list of competencies (knowledge, skills, & clinical abilities) to be mastered by students enrolled in a professional athletic training program. Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) www.caate.net The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) develops, maintains, and promotes appropriate minimum education standards for quality assurance of professional (entry-level) athletic training programs. CAATE is sponsored by the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine, and the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA). The Standards for the Academic Accreditation of Professional Athletic Training Programs (Standards) are used to prepare entry-level athletic trainers. Each institution is responsible for demonstrating compliance with these Standards to obtain and maintain recognition as a CAATE-accredited professional athletic training program. The IWU ATP is a CAATE-accredited program. The ATP will go through a detailed re-accreditation process during the 2017-2018 academic year. The IWU ATP fully plans to transition the professional athletic training program to the master’s level once the re-accreditation process has been completed. Board of Certification (BOC) www.bocatc.org The Board of Certification, Inc. (BOC) provides a certification program for entry-level Athletic Trainers (ATs). The BOC establishes and regularly reviews both the standards for the practice of athletic training and the continuing education requirements for BOC Certified ATs. The BOC has the only accredited certification program for ATs in the United States. Students graduating from the IWU ATP are prepared to sit for the BOC certification examination during the final semester of their program and transition to professional practice upon successful completion of the BOC examination.

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NATA CODE OF ETHICS Preamble

The National Athletic Trainers’ Association Code of Ethics states the principles of ethical behavior that should be followed in the practice of athletic training. It is intended to establish and maintain high standards and professionalism for the athletic training profession. The principles do not cover every situation encountered by the practicing athletic trainer, but are representative of the spirit with which athletic trainers should make decisions. The principles are written generally; the circumstances of a situation will determine the interpretation and application of a given principle and of the Code as a whole. When a conflict exists between the Code and the law, the law prevails.

1. MEMBERS SHALL PRACTICE WITH COMPASSION, RESPECTING THE RIGHTS, WELFARE, AND DIGNITY OF OTHERS

1.1 Members shall render quality patient care regardless of the patient’s race, religion, age, sex, ethnic or national origin, disability, health status, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

1.2. Member’s duty to the patient is the first concern, and therefore members are obligated to place the welfare and long-term well-being of their patient above other groups and their own self-interest, to provide competent care in all decisions, and advocate for the best medical interest and safety of their patient at all times as delineated by professional statements and best practices.

1.3. Members shall preserve the confidentiality of privileged information and shall not release or otherwise publish in any form, including social media, such information to a third party not involved in the patient’s care without a release unless required by law.

2. MEMBERS SHALL COMPLY WITH THE LAWS AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE PRACTICE OF ATHLETIC TRAINING, NATIONAL ATHLETIC TRAINERS’ ASSOCIATION (NATA) MEMBERSHIP STANDARDS, AND THE NATA CODE OF ETHICS

2.1. Members shall comply with applicable local, state, federal laws, and any state athletic training practice acts.

2.2. Members shall understand and uphold all NATA Standards and the Code of Ethics.

2.3. Members shall refrain from, and report illegal or unethical practices related to athletic training.

2.4. Members shall cooperate in ethics investigations by the NATA, state professional licensing/regulatory boards, or other professional agencies governing the athletic training profession. Failure to fully cooperate in an ethics investigation is an ethical violation.

2.5. Members must not file, or encourage others to file, a frivolous ethics complaint with any organization or entity governing the athletic training profession such that the complaint is unfounded or willfully ignore facts that would disprove the allegation(s) in the complaint.

2.6. Members shall refrain from substance and alcohol abuse. For any member involved in an ethics proceeding with NATA and who, as part of that proceeding is seeking rehabilitation for substance or alcohol dependency, documentation of the completion of rehabilitation must be provided to the NATA Committee on Professional Ethics as a requisite to complete a NATA membership reinstatement or suspension process.

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3. MEMBERS SHALL MAINTAIN AND PROMOTE HIGH STANDARDS IN THEIR PROVISION OF SERVICES

3.1. Members shall not misrepresent, either directly or indirectly, their skills, training, professional credentials, identity, or services.

3.2. Members shall provide only those services for which they are qualified through education or experience and which are allowed by the applicable state athletic training practice acts and other applicable regulations for athletic trainers.

3.3. Members shall provide services, make referrals, and seek compensation only for those services that are necessary and are in the best interest of the patient as delineated by professional statements and best practices.

3.4. Members shall recognize the need for continuing education and participate in educational activities that enhance their skills and knowledge and shall complete such educational requirements necessary to continue to qualify as athletic trainers under the applicable state athletic training practice acts.

3.5. Members shall educate those whom they supervise in the practice of athletic training about the Code of Ethics and stress the importance of adherence.

3.6. Members who are researchers or educators must maintain and promote ethical conduct in research and educational activities.

4. MEMBERS SHALL NOT ENGAGE IN CONDUCT THAT COULD BE CONSTRUED AS A CONFLICT OF INTEREST, REFLECTS NEGATIVELY ON THE ATHLETIC TRAINING PROFESSION, OR JEOPARDIZES A PATIENT’S HEALTH AND WELL-BEING.

4.1. Members should conduct themselves personally and professionally in a manner that does not compromise their professional responsibilities or the practice of athletic training.

4.2. All NATA members, whether current or past, shall not use the NATA logo in the endorsement of products or services, or exploit their affiliation with the NATA in a manner that reflects badly upon the profession.

4.3. Members shall not place financial gain above the patient’s welfare and shall not participate in any arrangement that exploits the patient.

4.4. Members shall not, through direct or indirect means, use information obtained in the course of the practice of athletic training to try and influence the score or outcome of an athletic event, or attempt to induce financial gain through gambling.

4.5. Members shall not provide or publish false or misleading information, photography, or any other communications in any media format, including on any social media platform, related to athletic training that negatively reflects the profession, other members of the NATA, NATA officers, and the NATA office.

September 2005, Revised 2016

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Reporting of Ethics Violations Anyone having information regarding allegations of ethical violations, and wishing to supply such information to NATA, shall supply this information, with as much specificity and documentation as possible, to NATA's Executive Director or Chair of the Ethics Committee. Information need not be supplied in writing, and the reporting individual need not identify him or herself. Information, however, that is too vague, cannot be substantiated without the assistance of the reporting person, or information where, in the opinion of the NATA Executive Director or Ethics Chair, there is no need for anonymity for the reporting individual will not be forwarded for action by the committee. An individual may report information on the condition that the individual's name or certain other facts be kept confidential. NATA may proceed with an investigation subject to such a condition; however, NATA must inform the reporting individual that at some point in the investigation NATA may determine that it cannot proceed further without disclosing some of the confidential information, either to the applicant or member under investigation or to some other party. A reporting individual, upon receiving this information from NATA, may decide whether or not to allow the information to be revealed. If the reporting individual decides that the necessary information must remain confidential, NATA may be required to close the unfinished investigation for lack of necessary information. Individuals are strongly encouraged to provide relevant information, with as much detail as possible, in writing to: NATA Ethics Investigations 2952 Stemmons Parkway Dallas, TX 75247-6196 http://www.nata.org/public/ethics-complaint-form

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ACADEMIC PROGRAM

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Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program Mission Statement The Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program (ATP) seeks to develop individuals into competent and effective healthcare providers through high quality professional preparation. The program is committed to mentoring Christian servant leaders who will enhance the quality of health care for the physically active as well as advance the profession of athletic training. ****************************************************************************** This handbook strives to articulate the policies, procedures, processes, and practices necessary for students to successfully complete the professional athletic training program at Indiana Wesleyan University. The information contained within this document is intended for select university administrators, program faculty and preceptors, current and prospective athletic training students, and other appropriate stakeholders of the professional athletic training program. Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program Personnel Chart David Wright, PhD President of the University Stacy Hammons, PhD University Provost; Chief Academic Officer John Lakanen, PhD Executive Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Aly Williams, PhD, AT-Ret, CSCS Assistant Dean for the School of Physical and Applied Sciences;

HHP faculty Adam Thompson, PhD, LAT, ATC Chair of the Division of Health & Human Performance (HHP), HHP

Faculty Philip Renfroe, MD, MScPH Medical Director Jessica Keller, DAT, LAT, ATC Director of Athletic Training Education; HHP faculty Mary Jacobs, MA, LAT, ATC, CSCS Head Athletic Trainer; HHP faculty Nathan Reep, MS, LAT, ATC Clinical Education Coordinator; HHP faculty Jaime Fulcher, DAT, LAT, ATC Assistant Athletic Trainer; HHP administrative faculty Scott Anderson, MA, LAT, ATC Assistant Athletic Trainer, HHP adjunct faculty Nathan Millikan, MS, LAT, ATC Assistant Athletic Trainer Melissa Cook, EdD HHP faculty Mark DeMichael Athletic Director Jeremy J. Hunt, MD Team Physician - Central Indiana Orthopedics Kenneth Haller, DO Team Physician - Central Indiana Orthopedics Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program Structure The Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program (ATP) is a traditional residential program located on the Marion, IN, campus of Indiana Wesleyan University. The ATP is a bachelor’s degree program housed within the College of Arts and Sciences. Within that college are multiple schools with divisions. The ATP is currently located within the School of Physical and Applied Sciences; Health and Human Performance division. It is planned that this program will transition into a master’s degree professional athletic training program and acclimate to the Indiana Wesleyan University School of Health Sciences within the College of Graduate Studies upon successful completion of the comprehensive self-study program review by the CAATE occurring during the 2017-2018 academic year.

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Athletic Training Program Application Procedure This bachelor's degree is designed to prepare the student for a career in the field of athletic training/sports medicine. The major can be completed in 8 semesters of study. The current route to become a BOC certified athletic trainer is through a CAATE accredited professional athletic training program. IWU's athletic training program (ATP) started in 1988 and is committed to program excellence. This is a competitive program and application alone does not guarantee admittance. Any student designating Athletic Training as their major is given a pre-athletic training major description (PATH) which signifies their intent to apply to the professional program. The application process to this program is a two-term process. For a traditional student the application process should be started in the fall of the first year of declaring the major, with formal application being due on April 1 of the second term. Transfer students or students changing their major at spring semester are still eligible to apply to the program via the spring semester and May term application process; applications are due by May 1 of the second term. A spring to fall term applicant will have their application due December 1 of the second term. Decisions for program acceptance or denial will be made by the athletic training faculty after the application process is completed and students will be notified by mail. Successful application to the professional athletic training program transitions the student designation to ATH. Students Changing Majors and Transfer Students A prospective student must declare an interest in Athletic Training as a chosen field within his or her first year of study at IWU. A student beyond his or her freshman year at IWU (e.g., changing majors) will also be considered for the program; however, an additional semester(s) of study may be necessary to satisfy the educational and clinical requirements for CAATE as well as IWU's Athletic Training Program. A transfer student may apply certain athletic training courses from another university/college toward our major if the course is acceptable to the ATP director (e.g., course content, credit hours, and description) and meets all transfer requirements by the Registrar's Office. Athletic Training Program Application Procedure (Last Cohort will finish this process Spring, 2020) All students applying to the IWU ATP must meet the technical standards of the program. Should accommodations need to be made for the student, the student must contact the athletic training program director and the Center for Student Success. The technical standards for our program are available on the athletic training website and/ or from the athletic training faculty. Applications are available within the student handbook posted on ATrack and/ or from the ATP director upon request. If a pre-athletic training student does not gain acceptance into the program on his or her initial application, he or she can repeat the application process one additional time or elect to change majors. The following criteria must be met to gain admittance into the athletic training program as an athletic training student:

• A formal cover letter of application stating why you want to apply to the program and why you want to become a certified athletic trainer.

• Completion of the Indiana Wesleyan University ATP application, submission of 3 letters of recommendation, signed technical standards, formal interview with the athletic training faculty, and a minimum of 150 hours of clinical observation over two terms.

• Completion of all prerequisite coursework with at least a 2.0 GPA (C) or above in each course. A students overall GPA must be a 2.75 or higher.

• Completion of two consecutive terms of attendance at Indiana Wesleyan University.

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• Commitment to the mission of the university as demonstrated by professional conduct. Apparent interest and motivation, as evidenced by work habits, promptness, etc. Athletic training background through previous high school and/or college-level experience prior to application to the ATP program is desirable but not required.

Athletic Training Program Retention Policy To remain in the Athletic Training Program as an athletic training student, the student must achieve the standards listed below. Failure to meet these standards each semester could result in probation or program dismissal. The standards for retention are as follows:

• Earn at least a 2.0 GPA (C) or above in all required courses within the major • Earn at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA (B-) • Be in good standing with the University (e.g., no citizenship probation) • Participate in FERPA, OSHA, HIPAA and BBP training each academic year • Complete a criminal background check prior to required clinical rotations • Maintain CPR-PR/AED & First Aid certification while enrolled at IWU • Show progress through clinical instruction and learning over time • Show a professional attitude and character in all areas of AT, both academic and clinical

Athletic Training Program Probation Policy Any athletic training student within the professional program may be subject to a probationary status. A probationary status will be assigned if an athletic training student does not abide by the standards of the IWU Athletic Training Program as identified in the ATP Student Handbook. The athletic training program director is the only authority that can administer a probationary status or remove a probationary status within this program. The athletic training program director and athletic training faculty may also remove athletic training students from the program for infractions of divisional and university policies. Athletic training students may not accumulate clinical hours while on probation (university or program) but may progress through the athletic training major course sequence as advised and approved by the students athletic training academic advisor. Athletic Training GPA Requirements for Seniors Students with overall GPAs lower than 3.0 at the start of the second semester of their senior year will be required to attend a preparatory workshop to prepare for the BOC examination. This requirement was implemented into the ATR 450 course – Senior Seminar in Sports Medicine, which is offered in the spring semester. Continual attention will be given to AT students in their preparation for the BOC examination to ensure successful test preparation and test taking strategies are understood and utilized. AT faculty will continue to expose AT students to resources offered to students preparing to challenge the BOC examination (ACES workshops, NATA Study Guide for the BOC Exam, BOC website exam resources, etc.). Athletic Training Student Health Policy Athletic training students must have the appropriate health forms and records on file with the athletic training program director to be considered for admittance to the Athletic Training Program. In addition, athletic training students will be required to have the following tests and vaccinations by the start of their first semester in the major (or in process to receive the vaccinations – HBV);

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• Tuberculin Skin Test. If the TB test is positive, a chest x-ray must be done. A yearly TB test is required and written results are given to the athletic training program director to be added to that student’s file. The athletic training student may have this test done at the IWU Health Center.

• Hepatitis B Vaccination. Athletic training students are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated with the Hepatitis B vaccine (HBV). A sum of three injections in a six-month period is required for this vaccination. Each injection will vary in cost depending on where you obtain the vaccination. A waiver must be signed and in the athletic training student’s permanent file if he/she chooses not to obtain the vaccination.

• Physical Examination. Athletic training students will have a physical examination conducted by the team physician. If a student athlete is applying to the ATP, their pre-participation physical is acceptable for this requirement.

Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program Technical Standards for Admittance* The Athletic Training Program at Indiana Wesleyan University is a rigorous and intense program that places specific requirements and demands on each athletic training student enrolled in our program. Our main objective is to prepare graduates to enter various employment settings and to render care to a wide range of individuals engaged in physical activity. The technical standards set forth by the IWU Athletic Training Program establish the qualities necessary for athletic training students admitted to this program to achieve the knowledge, skills, and competencies of an entry-level certified athletic trainer, as well as to meet the expectations of the programs accrediting agency (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education [CAATE]). All athletic training students applying to the IWU Athletic Training Program (ATP) must meet the following standards and expectations in order to gain acceptance into our program. In the event an athletic training student is unable to fulfill these technical standards, with or without reasonable accommodation, the athletic training student will not be admitted into our program. Compliance with our program’s technical standards does not guarantee an athletic training student’s eligibility for the BOC certification exam. Candidates for the IWU Athletic Training Program must demonstrate: 1. The mental capacity to assimilate, analyze, synthesize, integrate concepts and problem solve to

formulate assessment and therapeutic judgments and to be able to distinguish deviations from the norm;

2. Sufficient postural and neuromuscular control, sensory function, and coordination to perform appropriate physical examinations using accepted techniques and to accurately, safely and efficiently use equipment and materials during the assessment and treatment of patients;

3. The ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients and colleagues, including individuals from different cultural and social backgrounds; this includes, but is not limited to, the ability to establish rapport with patients and to effectively communicate judgments and treatment information;

4. The ability to clearly and accurately record the physical examination results and a treatment plan; 5. The capacity to maintain composure and continue to function well during periods of high stress;

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6. The perseverance, diligence and commitment to complete the athletic training education program as outlined and sequenced;

7. Flexibility and ability to adjust to changing situations and uncertainty in clinical situations; and 8. Affective skills and appropriate demeanor and rapport that relate to professional education

standards and quality patient care. Candidates for the IWU Athletic Training Program will be required to verify that they understand and meet these technical standards or that they believe that they can meet the standards with certain accommodations. The Center for Student Success will evaluate an athletic training student who states that he/she could meet our program’s technical standards with accommodation and confirm that the stated condition qualifies as a disability under applicable laws. The CSS does require an interview with the Director of Disability Services and appropriate documentation for the qualifying disability. If an athletic training student requests accommodation, then the IWU athletic training faculty with guidance from the Director of Disability Services will determine whether they agree that the athletic training student can meet the technical standards with reasonable accommodation. This process includes a review of whether the accommodation requested is reasonable; whether the accommodation would jeopardize clinician/patient safety; and the educational process of the student or the institution, including all coursework, clinical education and clinical exposure experiences, and assignments/rotations deemed essential to the program. I certify that I have read and understand the technical standards for athletic training student selection listed above, and I believe that I can meet each of these standards without accommodation. I understand that if I am unable to meet these standards with or without accommodations, I will not be admitted into the IWU Athletic Training Program. ______________________________________________ _____________ Signature of Applicant Date Alternative statement for students requesting accommodations I certify that I have read and understand the technical standards of athletic training student selection listed above and I believe to the best of my knowledge that I meet each of these standards with certain accommodation. I will contact the Center for Student Success to determine what accommodations may be available. I understand that if I am unable to meet these standards with or without accommodations, I will not be admitted into the IWU Athletic Training Program. ______________________________________________ _____________ Signature of Applicant Date

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*Adapted from the sample document produced by the NATA. Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program Application for Admission

Please type or print legibly in ink. PERSONAL Name___________________________________ Student ID #_________________________ Home Phone_____________________________ Campus Phone_______________________ Permanent Address _____________________________________________________________________________ (Street) _____________________________________________________________________________ (City) (State) (Zip) Campus Address _____________________________________________________________________________ (Box) Date of Birth _______________________ Social Security # (last four digits) _______ EDUCATION Year in school ____________ Credits Completed ________ Credit hours this semester________ College (if other than Indiana Wesleyan University)____________________________________ Years Attended_________________________________________________________________

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Extracurricular Activities _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Honors and Awards _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ Additional Major: 1. _________________________ Minor 1. ________________ Program: 1. _________________________ PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION Describe the nature and length of service of any previous experiences in athletic training. Include the names of your supervisors and give detailed descriptions of your role in the athletic training setting. Include athletic training workshops, camps, or seminars you have attended. List the sports with which you have athletic training experience (if you do not have previous experience in athletic training proceed to the next section) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ REFERENCES List three people available to provide us with information regarding your academic ability, personal characteristics, sense of values, and potential for success as an allied health care professional. If possible, one of your recommendations should be from a health care professional. The other two references should be an educator and personal (non-family) reference. They may use their own format/letterhead for the recommendation form or the one provided on page 17-18. All forms should be returned to the ATP program director (address on form) or submitted with your application. Sponsor 1 Position / Title ________________________________________________________________________ Address_________________________________________________________________ (Street) ________________________________________________________________________ (City) (State) (Zip Code)

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Sponsor 2 Position/Title ________________________________________________________________________ Address_________________________________________________________________ (Street) ________________________________________________________________________ (City) (State) (Zip Code) Sponsor 3 Position / Title ________________________________________________________________________ Address_________________________________________________________________ (Street) ________________________________________________________________________ (City) (State) (Zip Code) ESSAY Please respond to the following questions. Use a separate page if necessary. 1. Why do you want to be an athletic trainer other than your interest in sports? 2. Why do you want to enter the Athletic Training profession? What personal qualities do you

possess that make you well suited for this profession? 3. What is your career goal in athletic training? and what steps have you taken to prepare

yourself to meet that goal? 4. How has the observation period you have fulfilled as a direct observation athletic training

student helped you make the decision to apply to the IWU’s Athletic Training Program? Thank you for taking the time and effort to complete this application. Please return it to: Adam Thompson, PhD, LAT, ATC Director of Athletic Training Education Indiana Wesleyan University 4201 South Washington Street Marion, IN 46953 Official Use Only:

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____ Accepted ____ School Year ____ Semester ____ Conditional Acceptance ____ Denied Acceptance Rationale: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program Recommendation Form PART A. To be completed by the applicant. Please print in ink or type. APPLICANT’S FULL NAME ________________________________________________________________________ Last First Middle The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 and its amendments guarantees students access to certain academic records. Students may, however, waive their right of access to recommendations. The applicant’s choice regarding this recommendation is to be indicated below. Failure to sign will constitute acceptance of limited access. I do waive my rights to inspect the contents of the following recommendation.

Signature of Applicant Date I do not waive my rights to inspect the contents of the following recommendation.

Signature of Applicant Date PART B. This section is to be completed by the reference respondent. Directions to Respondent: The person named above is applying for admission to the Athletic Training Program at Indiana Wesleyan University. Please indicate the applicant’s ability and professional competence in comparison with other individuals whom you have known at similar stages in their careers.

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Please rate the student in the following areas: 1 = Unsatisfactory, 2 = Poor, 3 = Average, 4 = Good, 5 = Excellent, 6 = Unable to evaluate

Oral Communication Skills ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Written Communication Skills ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Critical Thinking Skills ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Initiative/self motivation ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Problem Solving Skills ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Ability to work in a group ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Responsibility/dependability ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Ethical Conduct ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Interactions with Others ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Professionalism ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Leadership skills ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ How long have you known the applicant? In what capacity have you known the applicant? Please comment on the applicant’s strengths and weaknesses. How likely is the applicant to succeed in a health care program that requires a significant commitment outside of class? Please indicate by circling your overall recommendation of the applicant for this program: Recommend Highly Recommend Recommend with Reservation EVALUATOR’S NAME ________________________________________________________________________ Last First Title / Position _______________________________________ ___________________________ (Street) (Business Phone) ________________________________________________________________________ (City) (State) (Zip Code) ________________________________________________________________________

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(email address) ____________________________________________________________________________ Signature Date Thank you for taking the time and effort to complete this recommendation. Please seal it in an envelope, and sign your name across the flap, and mail it directly to: Adam Thompson, PhD, LAT, ATC Director of Athletic Training Education Indiana Wesleyan University 4201 S. Washington Street Marion, IN 46953 Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program Curriculum Map – *Suggested* Course Sequence (Four Year Student)

Freshman I 15 Freshman II 16 ATR 195 ATR 196 ATR 199 BIO 111 PHE 230 PHE 101 THE 101

Introduction to Athletic Training A.T. Clinical Ed. Experience I A.T. Practicum I Anatomy and Physiology I CPR & First Aid Concepts to Health and Wellness Theology

2 1 1 4 2 1 3

ATR 197 ATR 231 ATR 250 BIO 112 ENG 120 XXX180

A.T. Clinical Ed. Experience II Advanced Athletic Training Muscle Testing & Joint Measurement Anatomy and Physiology II English Composition Humanities

1 2 3 4 3 3

Sophomore I 16 Sophomore II 16 ATR 220 ATR 225 ATR 297 PHE 225 XXX180 SOC210

Therapeutic Modalities Lower Extremity Evaluation A.T. Clinical Ed. Experience III Psychology of Sport & Exercise Humanities Minority Group Relations

3 2 1 4 3 3

ATR 226 ATR 296 PHE 286 PHE 264 XXX180 COM110

Upper Extremity Evaluation A.T. Clinical Ed. Experience IV Kinesiology Strength & Conditioning Humanities Speech Communication

2 1 4 3 3 3

Junior I 16 Junior II 16 ATR 332 ATR 397 ATR 399 PHE 362 XXX180 BIL 101 PSY 150

Therapeutic Exercise I A.T. Clinical Ed. Experience VI A.T. Practicum III Nutrition & Health Humanities Old Testament General Psychology

2 1 1 3 3 3 3

ATR 299 ATR 333 ATR 350 PHE 370 BIL 102 WRI 165

A.T. Practicum II Therapeutic Exercise II Seminar in Athletic Training Biomechanics New Testament Advanced Writing

1 2 1 3 3 3

Senior I 15 Senior II 15 ATR 440 ATR 492 ATR 496 PHE 374 PHEXXX MAT 112

Pharmacology for the A.T. Administration of A.T. A.T. Clinical Ed. Experience VII Physiology of Exercise PE Activity Course General Statistics

2 2 1 3 1 3

ATR 396 ATR 431 ATR 450 ATR 495 ATR 497 XXX

A.T. Clinical Education V Evaluation & Recognition Senior Seminar in Sports Med A.T. Practicum IV A.T. Clinical Ed. Experience VIII Social Science General Education

1 2 2 1 1 3

RED = offered both semesters; can be taken out of sequence if needed due to general education course offerings General Education Requirements Humanities Core Advanced Writing or Literature PHL 180 Humanities Philosophy 3 ENG 120 English Composition 3

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HST 180 MUS 180 ENG 180

Humanities World Civilization Humanities Fine Arts Humanities World Literature

3 3 3

WRI/ENG COM 110

Advanced Writing or Literature Speech Communications

3 3

Biblical Literature Physical Education BIL 101 BIL 102 THE101

Old Testament Survey New Testament Survey Theology of Christian Life

3 3 3

PHE 101 PHE XXX

Concepts of Health and Wellness/ Activity Course

1 1

Science and Mathematics Social Sciences BIO 111 BIO 112 MAT 112 Intercultural SOC 210

Anatomy & Physiology I Anatomy & Physiology II General Statistics Experiences Minority Group Relations

4 4 3 3

PSY 150 SOC 210

General Psychology Minority Group Relations Social Science Elective (pick one course of HST, POL or ECO to fill the last elective)

3 3 3

CLINICAL EDUCATION

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Athletic Training Student Clinical Education Progression The overall functioning of the clinical education component of the athletic training program is accomplished by moving the student through a supervised three-step progression. This progression starts with skill acquisition and progresses to skill application. These two critically important steps are best measured through successful course completion and clinical evaluations of athletic training students rated average or above. The final step is skill integration where the student truly begins to demonstrate mastery of clinical skills. At this level, the students’ emerging clinical practice has become more consistent and predictable and is evaluated consistently as good or excellent. This progression allows the athletic training student to gain both the technical knowledge and critical thinking skills in a structured and supervised environment. Clinical preceptors play a critical role in supervising the developing skills of athletic training students and evaluating the student’s acquisition, application and integration of those skills. Skill integration is imperative to be a successful clinician and practitioner. This progression also allows for progressive "learning over time" in the classroom and clinical settings, which prepares the student to enter the athletic training profession as a competent entry-level professional that can practice autonomously. Academic Credit for Clinical Education Experiences Clinical assignments and experiences are an educational requirement of professional ATP’s. The clinical education portion of the program consists of eight semesters of coursework for the traditional four-year student. Each clinical education course is tied to academic credit and each course has stated objectives for completion within the clinical course syllabi. It is the overall plan of IWU’s ATP that the clinical education experiences of the athletic training student correspond to their didactic coursework within the athletic training major. The IWU ATP faculty feels it is essential that the athletic training student be placed in clinical environments that progressively challenge the student while ensuring that patient care is never compromised nor put at risk during the educational process of the student. Since the clinical rotations and assignments are tied to academic credit, poor performance during the experience (e.g. poor evaluation by the supervising preceptor, lack of accrual of the minimum required clinical hours, etc.) could result in failure requiring the student to retake the clinical education experience course. ATrack

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https://www.atrackonline.com/ ATrack is a web-based online record keeping and documentation program used by the IWU ATP. ATrack is utilized for distributing program documents to ATP faculty, staff, clinical preceptors and athletic training students. Athletic training students gain access to ATrack as a direct observation student at no cost to them. Once a student is formally accepted into the professional ATP at IWU, ATrack access requires that the athletic training student become a student member of the NATA to continue to have access to the ATrack program. Due to this prerequisite, membership in the NATA is a mandatory requirement of the IWU ATP. The Clinical Education Coordinator of the IWU ATP provides athletic training students instruction and orientation on the use of ATrack. Clinical Education Hour Requirements All athletic training students gaining experience through clinical rotations will subsequently be advised and enrolled into a corresponding athletic training clinical education experience course and/ or athletic training practicum course. These courses require a minimum of 42 experience hours and are capped at a maximum of 84 hours. Should a student be assigned to a clinical rotation where the maximum hours would be exceeded by more than 2 x the minimum standard, the student academic advisor(s) would assist the student by enrolling in an additional clinical education experience and/ or practicum course. Should a student be assigned clinical rotations that are immediately scheduled “back-to-back”, more than one clinical or practicum course should be scheduled within the same semester to allow the student to earn academic credit for the clinical experience hours they accrue. This program director and head athletic trainer monitors this closely. These two faculty positions are the primary academic advisors for all athletic training students. Working closely with the athletic training program clinical education coordinator, students are advised to schedule clinical and practicum courses to best correspond to their clinical rotation assignments. Not completing the required minimum of 42 hour would negatively impact a student’s grade in the course where the minimum hours were not met (20% of the final grade). This standard is listed within each clinical and practicum course syllabi and is meant to ensure a quality clinical rotation and assignment is experienced. Clinical hours can be monitored on ATrack by both preceptors and athletic training students whenever access to the internet is possible. Students may request time off from scheduled clinical education experiences during the academic year. This release time from clinical rotations should be requested preemptively and coordinated with the supervising clinical preceptor before plans are made that would directly conflict with the clinical assignment. The IWU ATP faculty, staff and preceptors make every effort to accommodate student schedules and extenuating circumstances. Athletic training students will rarely be required to be involved within clinical rotations for the entire academic year. Students changing majors to AT after their freshman year may need to accelerate their clinical rotations to stay on track for graduation. Student enrolled in the professional phase of the athletic training program are typically assigned to two-three of four possible clinical rotation timeframes during the fall and/ or spring semesters. Regardless of which clinical assignments are scheduled, athletic training students always have Sunday off per university requirements. The IWU ATP faculty, staff and preceptors are intentional to provide scheduled days off to the athletic training students apart from Sunday if at all possible. This

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is a common practice during the midterm and final exam periods of the semester to allow for athletic training students to fully prepare for weighted examinations. Clinical Rotations and Exposure Assignments The clinical rotations and exposure assignments provide opportunities for students to gain clinical education experiences associated with a variety of different populations including genders, varying levels of risk, protective equipment and medical experiences. These settings address the continuum of health care that will prepare the student to function in a variety of settings and meet the domains of practice delineated for an entry-level certified athletic trainer. It should be noted by athletic training students that practicing in the athletic training profession usually will require a certified athletic trainer to work uncommon hours within a work week. The nature of sports schedules usually mandate evening and weekend hours as well. It is not the intention, nor should it be the practice, to make time demands on the athletic training student that approach those of the certified athletic trainer. Students are not to replace certified and licensed staff nor fulfill their responsibilities as an employee of the institution. Athletic training students are not recommended to work more than 20 clock hours per week with any clinical assignment. Students desiring to work more than 20 hours per week must sign a waiver located on ATrack stating that they chose to work above and beyond to recommended hours. Hours are submitted through the ATrack system for accrual and approval by a clinical preceptor who supervised the experience hours. The experience hours are further designated by the course code (e.g. ATR 196) associated with the experience. Student hour logs are consistently monitored on ATrack by the athletic training faculty, staff and preceptors to avoid a student from being “overworked” or “burned out” as well as stay within the recommended 20 hours per week. Hour review by the athletic training faculty, staff and preceptors is also a mechanism to confirm that submitted experiences are accurate for time submitted, course connected with the experience, and site of experience. Multiple factors are considered when determining clinical assignments. While athletic training students and preceptors may have strong interests and bias’s toward specific clinical assignments, the ATP clinical educational coordinator is the final authority when making student assignment decisions. All students will have exposure to a variety of lower and upper extremity sports as well as an equipment intensive sport. In addition to sport exposure, athletic training students will be exposed to surgical and general medical rotations. These experiences will expose the student to patients of both male and female genders as well as at on and off campus affiliated sites. Clinical education assignments will never be made that discriminate student placements based on sex, ethnicity, religious affiliation, or sexual orientation. Athletic training students complete required clinical education experiences under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor in various clinical settings affiliated with the Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program. Planning and communication are critically important aspects of making these clinical assignments and rotations a quality learning experience. Athletic training students should never be utilized as a replacement to qualified certified/licensed providers. Clinical education experiences are occurring in a learning environment and are not to be used as employees. The following preceptor guidelines should be followed:

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• The supervising clinical preceptor will provide the athletic training student with an orientation

for the affiliated setting.

• The supervising clinical preceptor will provide instruction and assessment of the current knowledge, skills, and clinical abilities designated by the CAATE.

• The supervising clinical preceptor will provide instruction and opportunities for the student to develop clinical integration proficiencies, communication skills and clinical decision-making during actual patient/client care.

• The supervising clinical preceptor will provide an assessment of athletic training student clinical integration proficiencies, communication skills and clinical decision-making during actual patient/client care.

• The supervising clinical preceptor will facilitate the clinical integration of skills, knowledge, and evidence regarding the practice of athletic training.

• The supervising clinical preceptor will be physically present and have the ability to intervene on behalf of the athletic training student to provide on-going and consistent clinical education.

• The supervising clinical preceptor will consistently interact with the athletic training student at the site of the clinical experience on a daily basis.

• There will be regular planned communication between the Clinical Education Coordinator (CEC) of IWU’s ATP and the clinical preceptor.

• The supervising clinical preceptor will report any student misconduct, policy/procedure violations, or gross clinical deficiencies to the CEC of the ATP.

• The supervising clinical preceptor will informally evaluate the athletic training student at the midterm and formally at the conclusion of the clinical education experience.

• The number of students assigned to a clinical preceptor in the clinical education experience will be maintained at a ratio that will ensure effective education and will not exceed a ratio of eight students per clinical preceptor in any clinical setting.

The following athletic training student guidelines should be followed:

• Be punctual to your assigned rotation and always demonstrate professionalism. You will need to allocate adequate time for treatments before and after practice/games.

• Be responsible and involved with injury prevention, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation for your patients in conjunction with the clinical preceptor.

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• Communicate daily with the clinical preceptor working with you concerning the health and status of the patients.

• Make sure all patient health care documentation, injury reports, rehabilitation records, and physician dictation sheets are included into the patient record (print or electronic).

• Record your clinical rotation experience hours on ATrack and make sure the supervising clinical preceptor approves all experience hours when the rotation is completed.

• When assigned to a clinical rotation that includes a competition schedule for a sport, secure a contest schedule as early as possible and notify instructors of which classes you might be missing for an excused university absence. Do this at the beginning of the season or semester, not the day before you will miss class. You are the link in communication between the certified athletic trainers, coach, patient, and clinical preceptor. Keep faculty instructors informed of changes in practice plans, travel plans and injuries. The athletic training faculty, staff and clinical preceptors will do our best to return this courtesy to you.

• Athletic training students will provide health care at all practices and home events for their clinical assignment unless arrangements are made with the supervising clinical preceptor.

• No patient should be late for practice because they are still being treated in the athletic training clinic. Please inform all patients receiving treatment prior to practice to arrive in the athletic training clinic long enough in advance to allow sufficient preparation time. Do not start treatment on a patient after the practice has started without approval from the supervising clinical preceptor.

• No patient can participate without a completed medical record. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records is imperative to provide quality care. Athletic training students will be exposed and taught how to complete and maintain medical documentation, both written and electronic, during clinical rotations.

• Athletic training students will not provide care in the absence of a clinical preceptor. Clinical experiences are designed to be educational in nature through direct supervision.

• Athletic training students are responsible for introducing themselves to visiting team athletic trainers (student or certified) and providing them with support and supplies (within reason) and help as needed. This includes checking with the visiting team again after the contest.

• Athletic training students are to be attentive during clinical rotations and only engage in academic work and discussions when appropriate.

• At no time during an event or practice should the athletic training student be engaged in a cellular phone call of personal nature unless it is an emergency.

• Assist the supervising clinical preceptor in completing a follow-up on all patients at the conclusion of a clinical rotation, completed surgical protocol, and/ or completed season.

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• Ensure all evaluations associated with the clinical experience are completed.

IWU Athletics – Primary Clinical Experience IWU Intercollegiate Athletics will host a majority of the clinical assignments an athletic training student will experience. The IWU athletic department sponsors 18 varsity teams that have scholarship level athletes. These athletes serve as an ideal patient population for athletic training students to learn and provide care to under the supervision of a clinical preceptor. Although the IWU campus is familiar to most athletic training students, it is imperative that students meet with their assigned preceptor preemptively to review all policy and procedure expectations prior to the start of a clinical assignment. Day-to-day operations of each athletic training clinic may vary slightly due to the nature of the facility as well as the patients that are provided care at that specific facility. Orientation and goal forms are located on ATrack and should be reviewed, electronically signed and submitted prior to a clinical rotation. Additionally, athletic training students must have the following items completed before a clinical rotation and assignment can be initiated: BBP & OSHA training, HIPAA training, FERPA training, on and off-campus EAP review (venue specific), and an athletic training student self-evaluation. Supervising clinical preceptors can verify these requirements are complete through ATrack, the ATP clinical education coordinator and/ or the program director. The following is a breakdown of the clinical rotation experiences along with associated courses in which you will be placed during your curricular planning: Direct Observation – ATR 196, 197, 199

On campus Baseball (BSB), Softball (SB), Tennis (M/WTN) Volleyball (VB), Cheer Team (CT), Swim & Dive (SWD), Cross Country (M/WXC), Basketball (M/WBB), Soccer (M/WSC), Track & Field (M/WTK), Football (FB)

Surgical – ATR 250

Central Indiana Orthopedics Marion General Hospital

General Medical – ATR 299

IWU Health Center Bridges to Health, Inc.

Lower and Upper Extremity – ATR 296, 297, 396, 397, 496, 497

On & Off-campus (BSB), (SB), (M/WTN), (VB), (CT), (SWD), (M/WXC), (M/WBB), (M/WSC), (M/WTK), (WR), (GYM)

Equipment Intensive – ATR 399

On & Off-campus Football (FB)

Clinical Supervision of Athletic Training Students State of Indiana Athletic Training Student Supervision and Regulation 898 IAC 1-1-9 "Supervision" defined Authority: IC 25-5.1-2-6 Affected: IC 25-1-9; IC 25-5.1 Sec. 9. "Supervision" means daily personal verbal contact at the site of supervision between the athletic

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training student and the supervising athletic trainer who is certified by BOC and who: (1) plans; (2) directs; (3) advises; and (4) evaluates; the student's athletic training experience. (Indiana Athletic Trainers Board; 898 IAC 1-1-9; filed Dec 6, 1994, 2:07 p.m.: 18 IR 1287; readopted filed Apr 18, 2001, 3:35 p.m.: 24 IR 2897; filed Jan 26, 2007, 11:03 a.m.: 20070221-IR-898060142FRA; readopted filed Oct 4, 2007, 3:30 p.m.: 20071031-IR-898070071RFA; readopted filed Nov 25, 2013, 9:19 a.m.: 20131225-IR- 898130277RFA) IAC-1-4-1.b "An athletic trainer who is supervising an athletic training student's education experiences shall afford supervision adequate to assure (following stated written and verbal direction) that the student performs his or her tasks in a manner consistent with IC 25-1-9, IC 25-5.1, and this title. An athletic trainer who is supervising an athletic training student must be recognized as an athletic trainer at the setting where the athletic training student is attaining athletic training experience hours. The supervising athletic trainer must maintain a record of each student's experiential hours. Athletic Training Student Travel Policy There may be the possibility for an athletic training student to have the opportunity to travel with a team during their clinical assignments and rotations. These opportunities can prove to be extremely valuable and the ATP encourages the athletic training student to take advantage of these instances when appropriate and possible. Post season tournament play can require travel over multiple days and needs special consideration should a student pursue this opportunity. Traveling with teams requires planning and communication to be a successful experience. Clinical preceptors want to help facilitate this process and can serve as an instrumental resource to assist with the steps that are needed to make these opportunities a quality experience. However, as stated before, athletic training students are not meant to replace clinical staff. Under no circumstances should an athletic training student travel with a team without their supervising preceptor. If the preceptor is traveling with the team and the athletic training student wishes to experience this opportunity, arrangements should be made to avoid potential conflicts. If the conflicts outweigh the benefit to traveling with a team, then travel should not occur. Traveling with a team as part of a clinical assignment and rotation is an approved university absence. If the athletic training student is to miss regularly scheduled classes on their semester schedule due to travel, a letter must be obtained from the athletic department in conjunction with the clinical education coordinator and distributed to all professors affected by the absence. Traveling with a team should never be used as a mechanism to avoid course project due dates, quizzes, examinations or other course expectations. If an assignment due date or quiz/ examination falls on a travel date(s), it is imperative the athletic training student make arrangements to submit the assignment early or take the quiz/ examination early. All IWU course syllabi provide a detailed course itinerary at the beginning of the semester that enables the athletic training student to plan for potential conflicts that traveling with a team may cause. Athletic training students must make-up all missed work and be responsible for complying with course syllabi regarding attendance. Fair Practice Work Policy

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The Athletic Training Program at Indiana Wesleyan University desires to provide a comprehensive, progressive education and clinical foundation to prepare the multi-skilled student to become an effective entry-level professional in the field in athletic training. An objective of this program is to prepare graduates to enter a variety of employment settings and to render care to a wide spectrum of individuals engaged in physical activity. Athletic training students are not to serve in the capacity of a certified athletic trainer. Additionally, athletic training students are not to function as team managers or secretarial support staff. They will not to be asked or expected to perform duties that compromise their educational experience. Once a student has successfully completed and has been evaluated on an athletic training competency and/or clinical proficiency skill, he/she may begin to utilize these skills on a daily basis, under the supervision of the clinical preceptor during clinical experiences. Students are not paid for their participation in clinical experiences during the academic year. The non-payment of students in the program during the academic year is consistent with rulings from the Department of Labor. The clinical education of athletic training students is a program and CAATE accreditation requirement and therefore does not necessitate monetary reimbursement from the ATP to the student for clinical experiences. Students are allowed to hold part-time jobs provided they do not interfere with the clinical aspect of the athletic training program. Clinical education assignments and rotation experiences take place primarily during the afternoons from approximately 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm. Events may range from weekday evenings to Saturday events occurring from early morning to later in the evening. No practices or events are scheduled on Sundays per university restrictions. On occasion these experiences may occur in the morning or midday, depending on the experience. The program is aware and understanding that many students must obtain employment to make attending IWU possible, but students must meet the requirements of the clinical courses to satisfy the requirements of the athletic training major. Evaluation of Athletic Training Students Clinical preceptors are responsible for informal mid-rotation and formal end of rotation clinical evaluations of athletic training students. The formal evaluation is linked to course credit for the clinical and practicum course(s) the athletic training student is enrolled within during clinical rotations. Not having a clinical rotation evaluation completed by a preceptor would negatively impact a student’s grade in those courses significantly (20% of the final grade). Having an evaluation that results in a “poor” rating automatically reduces the highest possible percentage earned to 10%. These same standards are linked to the minimum clinical hour requirements for each clinical and practicum course. Not requesting and obtaining a clinical evaluation from a supervising preceptor and completing the minimum clinical hour total will result in a significant impact on a clinical or practicum course final grade. These evaluation forms are located within this handbook as well as on ATrack. Evaluation of Clinical Preceptors and Clinical Affiliated Sites Preceptors and clinical sites will be evaluated by the ATP faculty and athletic training students on a regular and planned basis. At the conclusion of clinical assignments and rotations, athletic training students will complete their evaluation of the clinical site and preceptor. The ATP program director and clinical education coordinator will review all clinical site evaluations on an annual basis.

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Feedback from students will be reviewed and considered as well as the communication between the affiliated site preceptor and ATP faculty, staff and preceptors. Preceptors will be given objective and subjective feedback on their effectiveness as a preceptor. Preceptors will also have the opportunity to provide ATP faculty with feedback concerning clinical education. Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program Athletic Training Student Evaluation Name_______________________________ FR / SO / JR / SR Date ____________________ Clinical Rotation_____________________ ATC/ Preceptor Assignment __________________ Athletic Training Curriculum Course associated with this Clinical Rotation (Please circle one) Clinical Course: ATR 196, ATR 197, ATR 296, ATR 297, ATR 396, ATR 397, ATR 496, ATR 497 Practicum Course: ATR 199, ATR 299, ATR 399, ATR 495 Internship Course: ATR 410 1 = Unsatisfactory, 2 = Poor, 3 = Average, 4 = Good, 5 = Excellent, 6 = Unable to evaluate

Taping skills ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Injury evaluation ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Injury management ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Injury rehabilitation ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Record keeping ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Communication w/ ATC’s ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Learning over time progression ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Academic standing ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Work habits ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Initiative/self motivation ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Attitude ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Enthusiasm ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Inquisitiveness ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Responsibility/dependability ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Punctuality ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Appearance ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______

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Professional bearing ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Attention to detail ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Leadership role model ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ Comments on performance: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name __________________________________________ Date ________ Overall Rating: � Unsatisfactory - Performance is significantly below standards. Consistently needs a high degree of supervisions and direction. Must improve substantially within a designated period to reach an acceptable level of performance for an athletic training student. � Poor - Performance does not fully meet requirements frequently requires close supervision for complete and effective results. The need for further development and improvement is necessary to consistently reach an acceptable level of performance for an athletic training student. � Average - Performance is what is expected of an effective athletic training student at his/her level of experience and responsibility. � Good - Performance consistently meets and sometimes exceeds standards. � Excellent - Performance is exceptional and significantly exceeds standards. Sustained and uniformly high performance is demonstrated, even under the most challenging circumstances. Performance of this caliber is significantly above the level of other athletic training students of comparable experience and responsibility. � Unable to evaluate - Unable to determine ATC Signatures ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________

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______________________________________ ATS Signature: ______________________________________ Semester Evaluation

An evaluation of each athletic training student will be completed at the mid-point and conclusion of each clinical assignment and rotation. The athletic training student will be evaluated based upon the criteria listed in this handbook. The objective of these evaluations is to inform the athletic training student of his/her standing in regard to class expectations. In no way are these evaluations meant as a “get even time,” but as a tool for constructive criticism and/ or praise and to allow time for mutual feedback. The goal of these evaluations is to address strengths and weaknesses of the athletic training student in both clinical and clinical rotation experiences in order to further a successful progression towards graduation. This evaluation is also available on ATrack. Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program Athletic Training Student Evaluation of Clinical Preceptor ________________________________________________________________________ Name of Clinical Education Experience Course Semester of Evaluation ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Clinical Preceptor Athletic Training Supervisory Skills Please rank the CP using the following scale:

(1=Unsatisfactory, 2=Poor, 3= Average, 4=Good, 5= Excellent, 6= Unable to evaluate) Providing information and technical support 1. ___ Conveys practicum/clinical requirements to the student(s) 2. ___ Conveys understanding of the athletic training supervisor’s role to the student(s) 3. ___ Provides information to supplement the student’s theoretical knowledge 4. ___ Effectively communicates knowledge 5. ___ Suggests appropriate outside resources and reading material 6. ___ Demonstrates sufficient athletic training expertise with the presenting problems of athletes 7. ___ Provides direct suggestions for evaluation and/ or treatment when needed or requested 8. ___ Demonstrates athletic training skills, techniques, and procedures when needed or requested 9. ___ Provides guidance in evaluation and assessment procedures 10. __ Provides guidance for maintaining records and report writing tasks Written comments: Fulfilling supervisory responsibilities 1. ___ Remains up-to-date regarding student’s ongoing practicum/clinical experience 2. ___ Provides adequate amount of direct supervision 3. ___ Conveys opinions regarding student’s specific athletic training strengths 4. ___ Conveys opinions regarding student’s specific athletic training weaknesses 5. ___ Suggests ways for student(s) to improve areas of weakness 6. ___ Appropriately confronts student(s) for not fulfilling practicum/ clinical requirements

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7. ___ Provides opportunities for sufficient number of supervisory conferences 8. ___ Periodically provides comprehensive supervisory evaluations 9. ___ Fairly evaluates student’s performance Written comments: Facilitating interpersonal communication 1. ___ Allows the student(s) sufficient opportunity to interact during the supervisory conferences 2. ___ Listens attentively to student(s) 3. ___ Demonstrates empathy and respect towards student(s) 4. ___ Communicates at a level consistent with the student’s professional development 5. ___ Maintains emotional stability during supervisory encounters 6. ___ Exhibits an appropriate sense of humor 7. ___ Encourages student feedback concerning the supervisory process Written comments: Fostering student autonomy 1. ___ Remains receptive to student ideas concerning assessment and treatment strategies 2. ___ Shows flexibility in permitting student(s) to explore a variety of treatment procedures 3. ___ Motivates the student(s) to develop listening skills 4. ___ Encourages the student’s self appraisals of his/her athletic training skills 5. ___ Encourages students to become increasingly more independent and autonomous professionals Written comments: Competencies in Athletic Training Domains 1. ___ Helps student(s) in planning and implementing comprehensive athletic injury/illnesses prevention programs 2. ___ Helps student(s) recognize and evaluate injuries and illnesses commonly sustained by athletes 3. ___ Models appropriate referrals to physicians for diagnosis and medical treatment 4. ___ Demonstrates appropriate first aid and emergency care for acute athletic injuries/illnesses 5. ___ Helps student(s) plan and implement comprehensive rehabilitation/reconditioning programs for injuries/illnesses

sustained by athletes 6. ___ Provides a good model for the organization and administration of an athletic training program 7. ___ Instructs the student in financial, personal, and public relations management 8. ___ Demonstrates good counseling skills when interacting with athletes, coaches, and parents Written comments: Providing Professional Model 1. ___ Maintains appropriate ethical behavior with athletes 2. ___ Discusses with the student(s) the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Code of Ethics 3. ___ Demonstrates interest and enthusiasm regarding the profession of athletic training 4. ___ Provides an appropriate model of speech and language 5. ___ Maintains an appropriate professional appearance 6. ___ Provides an appropriate professional model overall 7. ___ Overall rating of supervisory effectiveness Written comments:

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Evaluation content and format adapted from: Andersen, MB, Larson, GA, Luebe, JJ. (1997) Student and Supervisor Perceptions of the quality of supervision in Athletic Training Education. Journal of Athletic Training. v32, n4, p.328. Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program Affiliated Site Athletic Training Student Evaluation Form Student’s Name ___________________________________________________Date __________________________ Cooperating Affiliated Site ________________________________________________________________________ Total Supervised Clinical Hours ____________________________________________________________________ Clinical Preceptor (s)_______________ ______________________________________________________________ Description of Student’s Assignment (s)______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Please circle the number corresponding to the quality of each trait of the CP and/or site. Feel free to elaborate on any of the following responses in the space provided below.

Unsatisfactory Poor Average Good Excellent Unable to Evaluate 1. Professional appearance 1 2 3 4 5 6 2. Service motivation 1 2 3 4 5 6 3. Personal relations with staff, athletes, etc. 1 2 3 4 5 6 4. Initiative to teach, rather than takeover situation 1 2 3 4 5 6 5. Confidence and leadership 1 2 3 4 5 6 6. Organization 1 2 3 4 5 6 7. Dependability 1 2 3 4 5 6 8. Creativity 1 2 3 4 5 6 9. Teaching effectiveness 1 2 3 4 5 6 10. Overall athletic training knowledge 1 2 3 4 5 6 11. Athletic training facilities 1 2 3 4 5 6 12. Educational resources of the affiliated site 1 2 3 4 5 6 13. Compare this affiliated site to others 1 2 3 4 5 6

How does the CP’s philosophy of the athletic training profession relate to the IWU ATP mission statement? Please describe noticeable strengths of the CP(s) during your rotation(s) at the affiliated site.

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Please describe noticeable weaknesses of the CP(s) during your rotation(s) at the affiliated site What can be done to make this experience better for future athletic training students? Please provide additional relevant comments:

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STUDENT POLICIES, PROCEDURES, PROCESSES, & PRACTICES

Classification of Athletic Training Students First-Year Athletic Training Students – Direct Observation This is the beginning level in the IWU Athletic Training Program. First-year athletic training majors will achieve this status by declaring athletic training as a major and enrolling in approved classes in the Athletic Training Curriculum. These students are given the designation of pre-athletic training (PATH) as their major until they are formally accepted into the professional program. Students will remain at this level throughout their observation period – this includes daily operations in the athletic training clinic and during intercollegiate medical coverage performed by the athletic training faculty, staff, preceptors, and athletic training students. Athletic Training Students

To achieve this status the student must be accepted through the official application process of the IWU Athletic Training Program. As an athletic training student (ATH), the student will progressively become more active in the program as proper experience and knowledge are gained. The athletic training faculty, staff, and preceptors will assign all students various responsibilities. A student may be given more responsibility than another due to their apparent knowledge, skill level, and attitude. Students are not to perform tasks or skills on patients that they have not received formal classroom or clinical instruction.

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Relationships with coaches and faculty AT’s are very important and require good communication skills to be successful. The coach should be provided with appropriate information (i.e., coaches’ report) concerning injured patients, giving the coach ample time and information to plan for both games and practices when possible. Ultimate authority lies with the certified athletic trainers when regarding the safety of patients. Communication with the AT is crucial for effective management of a team. Athletic training students should maintain professionalism in regards to relationships with patients on the team to which they are assigned. Problems with this policy are to be directed to the athletic training faculty and staff. IWU employs a team physician from Central Indiana Orthopedics, P.C. The physician collaborates with the faculty, staff and preceptor AT’s each week to evaluate new injuries, follow up with previous injuries, and release the patient when ready. The patient’s athletic training student should present the physician with a brief history of the injury, remain until the physician’s evaluation is complete, and carry out exercise or rehabilitation procedures provided by the physician under the supervision of the preceptor.

Athletic training students should maintain confidentiality at all times. Athletic training students are not to share information regarding patients with general students, athletes, professors/instructors, or friends. Information concerning the patient’s injury is private and should not be shared without consent from that patient. This approach is reiterated during the required FERPA and HIPAA training that each athletic training faculty, staff, preceptor, and student participates in each year. Athletic training students will have regularly planned clinical experiences throughout the academic year. These experiences will always be associated with an academic course and course credit. The athletic training student will work closely with their academic advisor(s) to ensure the appropriate coursework is enrolled within during clinical rotations. Class Goals & Objectives The following sequence is a progression with the understanding that the student’s knowledge is increased with the accomplishment of each levels objective. First Year Student 1. The direct observation student will be able to demonstrate the standard operating procedures of

the athletic training clinic(s) as they are described in this handbook. 2. The direct observation student will have no less than a 2.75 cumulative GPA (B-) at the

conclusion of the fall semester. 3. The direct observation student will understand the importance of record keeping procedures and

assist with this task routinely when appropriate and supervised. 4. The direct observation student will understand what it means to be professional and demonstrate

it by being punctual, appropriately dressed, and displaying a positive attitude. 5. The direct observation student will assist in home event health care provision as assigned.

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6. The direct observation student will have taken Introductory and Advanced Athletic Training (ATR 195 and ATR 231) and Clinical Education Experience I and II (ATR 196, 197) by the end of their first two terms of attendance at Indiana Wesleyan University.

7. Estimated program costs for a first year direct observation student is a $20 laboratory fee for ATR 196, $10 for a TB test through the IWU Health Center, and $30 for a physical examination through MedExpress, Marion, IN.

Second Year Student 1. The athletic training student will demonstrate an understanding of injury evaluation as it relates to

the taking of a history and observation/inspection and may perform palpation and special tests under the supervision of a clinical preceptor.

2. As a sophomore, the athletic training student will be able to guide direct observation students with respect to standard operating procedures.

3. The athletic training student will develop a deeper understanding of health care documentation and the electronic medical record system.

4. The athletic training student is encouraged to look for ways to become involved within professional athletic training associations by the end of his/her second year.

5. The athletic training student is encouraged to seek summer employment and/or internships in the field of athletic training.

6. The athletic training student will have a working knowledge of the certified athletic trainer/team physician/coach lines of communication.

7. Athletic training students will demonstrate general knowledge in the sequential treatment and referral of patients to a certified athletic trainer and/or physician/allied health professional.

8. Estimated program costs for second year students are $10 for a TB test and $30 for a criminal background check and $75 for a student NATA membership (for ATrack database access).

Third Year Student 1. The athletic training student will be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the injury

evaluation process. 2. The athletic training student will develop an understanding of the rehabilitation process and

development of a rehabilitation program. 3. The athletic training student will demonstrate general competence through proper health care

management of an intercollegiate athletic team under the supervision of a clinical preceptor. 4. The athletic training student will be able to demonstrate and explain evaluation techniques of

various body parts to underclassmen. 5. The athletic training student will present a positive role model to the underclassmen. 6. It is strongly recommended that the athletic training student have a working resume completed by

the end of his/her third year.

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7. Estimated program costs for third year students are $10 for a TB test and and $75 for a student NATA membership (for ATrack database access).

Fourth Year Student 1. The athletic training student will present a positive role model to the underclassmen. 2. The athletic training student will have a current resume completed. 3. The athletic training student will be able to design and implement rehabilitation programs under

the supervision of a clinical preceptor. 4. The athletic training student will demonstrate leadership qualities through mentoring of

underclassmen. 5. The athletic training student will have successfully completed the BOC examination application. 6. Estimated program costs for fourth year students are $10 for a TB test and $75 for a student

NATA membership (for ATrack database access),

Athletic Training Student Injury Management Policy

Athletic training students will be faced with injury situations that are above the scope of CPR-PR and First Aid skills. Athletic training students are expected to function in a triage capacity in these situations and seek the direction and advice from a clinical preceptor, team physician, and/ or refer to the nearest medical facility at the earliest opportunity. Emergency contact phone numbers of all athletic training faculty, staff, clinical preceptors as well as the team physician should be readily available. No electrical modality treatment, rehabilitation, return-to-play decisions, or secondary assessments of injuries should take place without a clinical preceptor present. Athletic training students may apply hot packs, ice bags, ice cups and ice packs, and additional first aid skills to patients. Professionalism Policies Dress Code Appearance is a non-verbal communicator of your professional attitude. As a result, all athletic training students will be expected to dress according to the occasion (as listed) and maintain appropriate personal hygiene (cleanliness and haircuts within reason). The supervising clinical preceptors reserve the right to request a student modify their appearance if they deem the students’ appearance is not in accordance with the dress code. During practices and outdoor events, athletic training students should wear attire that is comfortable to work in yet professional. Always remember that the practice of athletic training requires a lot of movement, therefore clothing must be functional and allow the student to perform all of their duties. Dress Code Procedures:

• Must where professional nametags during ATP clinical rotations and exposure assignments (provided by the ATP at no charge to the student).

• All clothing must fit appropriately and be free of any rips or tears.

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• Shirts (T-shirts, polo shirts with sleeves or sleeveless, or sweatshirts) must be IWU identified apparel for direct observation students. Upper class students admitted into the professional phase of the ATP must have IWU Athletic Training approved apparel.

• Warm-up pants or shorts must be nylon (no cotton or polyester), must be black in color and MUST HAVE POCKETS (no pajama, yoga or compression pants).

• Casual dress pants & shorts must be khaki, black, or gray in color. NO JEANS! • Hats and visors are acceptable only for outdoor sports and must display an IWU logo. • Shirts must be tucked into pants unless they truly are cropped at the waist. • Socks must be worn with functional shoes (no sandals, Crocs, heels or open-back shoes). • No obvious or flagrant piercing; we reserve the right to make that judgment on what is

appropriate and professional.

The following criteria must be followed for Volleyball and Basketball games:

• Business Professional/ Casual dress attire must be worn (collared shirts for men). • Modest dress for ladies (no bare midriffs, no low cut shirts, no short skirts). NO JEANS! • Tennis shoes, high heels, and open-back shoes are not allowed.

Adjustments can be made for outdoor practices during inclement weather. Travel dress is consistent with specific team requirements. Show others that you take athletic training seriously by dressing professionally. By earning the respect of your patients and peers, you also gain their trust and confidence in your clinical responsibilities. Personal Technology Usage

• Personal technology use should be kept to a minimum. We realize there might be emergencies or special exceptions where access to your technology is imperative. Please be mindful of this technology becoming a distraction during clinical rotations and exposure assignments. Clinical preceptors may have specific expectations or restrictions on the use of personal technology. Please be respectful of their wishes.

Universal Precautions As members of the IWU Athletic Training Program, athletic training students are required to abide by and practice Universal Precautions under the strict guidelines set forth by OSHA (The Occupational Safety and Health Administration). Bio-hazardous guidelines and bloodborne pathogen policy adherence is crucial to ensure the health and safety of you and the patient. Required medical tests and exams for athletic training students are listed in the ATP application on page 11 of this handbook. These are the guidelines you are expected to follow while you are associated with the Athletic Training Program at Indiana Wesleyan University, as well as undergoing Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Training each year. IWU has established a Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan and this document is available to you electronically from the ATP director, on ATrack as well as being located in each athletic training clinic for reference should an exposure occur. Following the guidelines below can greatly reduce your chance of an accidental exposure. Biohazard Guidelines:

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1. Wear vinyl or latex examination gloves whenever touching open skin, blood, and body fluids, of mucous membranes. Do not reuse gloves.

2. Wash your hands with soap and water immediately after they have been exposed to blood or body fluids, even if you wore gloves.

3. Thoroughly wash all surfaces (e.g. counter tops, tables, etc.) after being soiled with blood or body fluids. Use a 10% household bleach solution or a commercial disinfectant. Even if surfaces have not been contaminated by blood or body fluids during periods of high usage, surfaces should be cleaned at the close of the athletic training facility with appropriate cleaning agents.

4. When you are working with an outdoor sport and have medical waste to dispose of, place it in a plastic bag and then discard it into the proper bio-hazardous waste container upon your return to the athletic training facilities.

5. Do not allow the patients to share towels that have been contaminated with blood of body fluids. 6. Discard towels and clothing that have been contaminated with blood or body fluids in to a

separate receptacle. Do not put them in the laundry with the other soiled towels. 7. Be sure that all patients’ wounds are well covered before practice or competition. 8. If you have an open wound, especially if it is on your hands, avoid providing first aid care to

injuries that involve bleeding or body fluids until your wound has healed. If you must do so, be sure to wear vinyl or latex examination gloves.

9. Place all used sharps in a biohazard labeled sharps container. 10. Place all discarded medical waste in a specially labeled “biohazard waste” container located in all

athletic training clinics. 11. All bio-hazardous containers will be clearly marked with orange stickers and the background logo

on this page. This logo indicates the containers contain infectious materials.

Communicable Disease Policy Athletic training students are at risk during clinical experiences of coming in contact with patients who may be ill with infectious illnesses/ diseases. Likewise, athletic training students who are ill with infectious illnesses/ diseases present a risk to the patients and other athletic training students they interact with on a daily basis. Athletic training students must be responsible and realize that interacting with other students and patients while ill present the risk for infectious illness/ diseases to be transferred. The Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program strives to prevent illness and disease exposure to its program faculty, staff, athletic training students and patients. The following guidelines have been developed to prevent such occurrences.

1. If an athletic training student feels they are ill or the athletic training faculty, staff, and/ or clinical preceptors determines an athletic training student might be ill, they should be evaluated by the Indiana Wesleyan University Health Center or medical facility of their choice at their earliest convenience. The athletic training student should acquire documentation for the athletic training faculty, staff, and/ or clinical preceptors as to the

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length of time that the health care practitioner providing the evaluation determines is appropriate for the athletic training student to not interact with others (if applicable) to prevent disease transmission. Even if the visit does not result in the need for the athletic training student to be absent from their clinical experience, documentation is required. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) provides specific reporting guidelines for communicable and infectious diseases. One section of their web site is dedicated to Healthcare associated infections. This site recommendations and guidelines are intended to provide a uniform method of reporting issues of high public health concern, as well as implement appropriate control measures to prevent the potential spread of the condition. The Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Program frequently refers to this information as a valuable resource. The information regarding this statement is found on the CDC’s web site at https://www.cdc.gov/hai/

2. If the athletic training student will be absent for a period of time due to illness/disease, the athletic training student should be re-evaluated by a health care practitioner of their choice to determine their readiness to return to clinical experiences without jeopardizing the health of those around them. The athletic training student should acquire documentation for the athletic training faculty, staff, and/ or clinical preceptors delineating the return date that the health care practitioner determines is appropriate for the athletic training student to return to clinical experiences.

3. If a patient feels they are ill or the athletic training faculty, staff, and/ or clinical preceptors determines a patient might be ill, their condition will be reported to the head coach of the respective sport with the recommendation that they should be evaluated by the Indiana Wesleyan University Health Center or medical facility of their choice at their earliest convenience.

Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training Clinic EPA Policies and Procedures

DISPOSING OF BIO-HAZARD WASTE MATERIALS

“Bio- Medical Waste” is any waste, which is generated during the diagnosis, treatment or immunization of human beings. Waste should be collected and segregated at the site in which it is generated. Each Athletic Training Clinic contains a Biohazardous waste container as well as Biohazardous sharps container. All containers are red and marked with Biohazardous labels.

• Red containers lined with red bio-hazard bags: all contaminated solid waste (disposable items other than sharps). Examples of items to be placed in the red containers, but not limited to, are soiled dressings, gloves, towels, bandages, etc…

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• Sharps containers: All disposable sharps, chemstrips supplies, etc.

All full red Bio-hazard bags and sharps containers are to be transported to the fenced in south storage/generator area of the IAC Storage Room (RWC 174A) by an athletic training clinic employee by following the disposal policy:

• Red bags/sharps containers are to be removed from the Athletic Training Clinic (s) every Friday or as needed.

• All red bags are to be double bagged and closed to be transported to the fenced in south storage/generator area of the IAC Storage Room (RWC 174A).

• The top to the sharps containers must be securely snapped into place and securely closed, then the sharps container must be taped to the bottom of the disposal container.

• Cardboard boxes and plastic bins to place the red bags and sharp containers for disposal will be supplied by Healthcare Waste Management, INC and stored in the fenced in south storage/generator area of the IAC Storage Room (RWC 174A).

• Healthcare Waste Management, INC will pick up biohazard waste on scheduled dates to be announced by the IWU’s Environmental Health & Safety Officer (EHSO). A calendar of scheduled dates for pick up will be communicated from the EHSO to the IWU Health Center and ATP program director via regular email and phone correspondence.

Annual Training – FERPA, BBP, and HIPAA The IWU ATP provides FERPA, BBP, and HIPAA training to every ATP faculty, staff, preceptor and athletic training student on an annual basis free of charge. Athletic training students must complete this training each academic year prior to beginning clinical education. In addition, clinical preceptors are required to provide orientation, which includes the BBP exposure control plan specific to their clinical site prior to the students beginning clinical education. FERPA training is conducted through the ATP via a program meeting. The FERPA training is a PowerPoint slideshow that the ATP PD presents to the program faculty, staff and athletic training students. This slideshow is also posted to ATrack for student review. Upon completion of the PowerPoint presentation, participants are given the opportunity to ask questions and document their attendance of the training through a signature sheet. Each participant has a PDF document generated for their participation in this training. All IWU teaching faculty further have to participate in FEPRA

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training through the online compliance training site – WeComply to meet an IWU faculty standard for teaching.

IWU utilizes Healthcare Waste Management, INC for Blood-borne Pathogen (BBP) and HIPAA training. The ATP pays for an online training course to be offered to all ATP faculty, staff, preceptors and athletic training students each academic year. This training is facilitated through the HWM website. The university Environmental Health and Safety officer purchases “credits” to be used on this company’s website for each training. The ATP reimburses the account used to purchase these “credits” for each training completed by ATP faculty, staff, preceptors and athletic training students. Upon successful review of video training, participants are required to take an online examination to demonstrate understanding of reviewed content. Once successful completion of the examination is finalized, a .pdf certificate is generated and an email option to send this document to the ATP program director is given to the participant.

The IWU ATP PD catalogs all training certificates in a file folder on the PD’s desktop PC. This allows for easy and routine electronic dissemination of formal education in BBP, HIPAA, and FERPA to any entity asking for appropriate verification of faculty, staff and student training in these areas. Examples of these trainings are attached. BBP Exposure Control Plan The BBP Exposure Control plan has been printed out and bound for distribution as needed. The BBP Exposure Control plan is available in each AT clinic in a document holder mounted on the wall. This plan is also located on ATrack. This plan is readily accessible and referenced during annual BBP training for each ATP faculty, staff, preceptor and athletic training student. Jeff Gordon, IWU Environmental Health & Safety Officer, coordinate the BBP Exposure Control plan in conjunction with the IWU Health Center Director, Karen Aaron, RN, the IWU ATP PD, Adam Thompson, PhD, ATC, and the IWU Human Resources department. This plan is reviewed annually and revisions are made as needed.

Athletic Training Clinic Guidelines

The athletic training clinics represent you, your major and your future profession; therefore, it should be run and taken care of in a professional manner at all times. 1. When a patient comes into the athletic training clinic, find out what they need, and then see

that it is taken care of in the appropriate manner. If you are not sure how to administer the taping, treatment or rehabilitation program, find an upperclassman or preceptor to assist you. All injuries should be reported and treatment should be discussed with the athletic training faculty, staff, and clinical preceptors.

2. Make sure all treatment/rehabilitation activities are entered into the record of the patient. 3. Learn how to give all the various treatments and to understand the physiological basis of the

treatment so that you may explain to the patient as needed.

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4. Observe clinical and field injury evaluations performed by clinical preceptors to enable you to learn the correct process. Ask questions at an appropriate time.

5. When assigned to general athletic training clinic responsibilities, practice evaluations and tapings during the periods of inactivity. Also, athletic training references are available upon request. Internet access is limited to athletic training related research.

6. Learn the location of equipment and supplies in the athletic training clinic and storerooms. 7. Students may administer treatments using modalities with proper supervision by clinical

preceptors. Visiting teams’ MUST have modality “permission to treat” forms signed by the visiting teams’ ATC to have electrical modality treatment.

8. Do not allow patients to be in the athletic training clinic without supervision. The athletic training clinic is a medical facility and should be treated as such.

9. Do not allow anything to be taken from the athletic training clinic without an athletic training student’s or preceptor’s permission. The item should be checked out through the equipment check out procedure.

10. Do not allow anyone to help themselves to supplies or electrical modalities for self-care. 11. Do not allow any horseplay, visiting, loitering, swearing or shouting to take place. There

should be a reason for being in the athletic training clinic. 12. Do not allow anyone to use of the telephone for personal reasons, unless it is an emergency or

they have received permission. 13. Dress in appropriate attire during clinical rotations (see Dress Code). 14. Do not leave the athletic training clinic office open if you will be away for a dedicated period

of time. 15. Always communicate your location if you are not going to be in the athletic training clinic for

a dedicated period of time. 16. Do not allow cleats or spikes in the athletic training clinic(s) to be worn on the tiled floors. 17. Do not allow any towels to be taken from the athletic training clinic by patients for personal

usage unless permission is gained prior to the removal of these supplies. 18. An injured area must be cleaned before placing it in the whirlpool. 19. Do your best to keep the facility clean and neat. Clean and sanitize equipment once all

treatment and rehabilitation is competed for the day. 20. Instruct all patients to dress appropriately while in the athletic training clinic. T-shirts must be

worn for ice bath treatments. Do not allow patients to store their bags or other nonessential personal items in the athletic training clinic.

Telephone Protocol & Procedures

1. Answer “Athletic Training Clinic, (your name), speaking” for on-campus calls. 2. Answer “Indiana Wesleyan University Athletic Training, (your name), speaking” for off-

campus calls.

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3. When the caller asks to speak to someone ask if you may tell him/her who is calling; “May I tell him/her who is calling please?” After they give you their name say “thank you, I will try to get him/her for you.”

4. If the person is not available, ask the caller: “Will you please tell me who, when and what number to call and he/she will be more than happy to get back with you.”

5. If you go to look for the person, only look for a minute and return to the caller. Before you leave tell the caller; “I am going to look for (the person).” Do not leave the caller waiting more than two minutes.

6. All patients must ask for permission to use the phone. This is a business phone and needs to be available for emergencies. There are other community phones available to students in the Recreation and Wellness Center.

Athletic Training Clinic Schedule

The athletic training clinics will be open to patients Monday through Saturday. The Monday – Friday hours for the Recreation & Wellness Center athletic training clinic will be arranged around the teaching/meeting schedules of the athletic training faculty, staff and preceptors or by scheduled appointment. The Sports Pavilion athletic training clinic in the Athletic Field Complex building is only open in the afternoons of the fall and spring sports seasons from 2:30–6:00 p.m. or whenever events are taking place. The Troyer Fieldhouse athletic training clinic is open primarily during the months of January-March. Saturday hours in any athletic training clinic will be dependent on sporting events and preceptor schedules. Athletic training students do have the option of opening the athletic training clinics for clinical practice and study to fit their schedule, if they so choose. Patient care should never be initiated during these periods of scheduled study and practice. Direct observation athletic training students do not have this option until they are admitted into the professional phase of the IWU Athletic Training Program. Petition, Appeals, and Grievances (Academic) Student Conduct Process (Non-academic) - Request for Review of Decisions During a student's academic career, there may be occasion to file an academic petition, an appeal or a grievance. Information on academic appeals or grievances can be found in the University catalog on pages 51-53. Students may also request a case review of a student conduct decision and/or dispute (non-academic) made by Resident Directors (RDs), the Director of Student Conduct and Community Standards. This process is outlined in the student Handbook on pages 39-43, or on the portal at http://myiwu.indwes.edu/directory/casfaculty/documents/grievance%20and%20appeal%20non%20academic.pdf. These documents are posted on ATrack and are available through the Residential Life and Residential Academic Services offices. Students should always keep in mind that most decisions impacting students are based on university policies and procedures and what is in the best interests of the athletic training program.

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Honors and Awards All honors are awarded on the mutual decision of the athletic training faculty with input from the athletic training students within the program. Athletic Training Student of the Year This award is given to an upper class athletic training student who excels both academically and clinically. This student demonstrates leadership by responsible behavior and overall achievement, and is a positive example for other athletic training students to follow. The student also understands that he/she represents more than just him-/herself but also our educational program and Indiana Wesleyan University. This individual also shows a strong commitment to the university’s mission of world changing, excellence and a determination to excel in the field of athletic training. Emerging Leader in Athletic Training This award is given to a first year athletic training student who has excelled both academically and clinically. Although this student has yet to work with sports teams, he/she displays a great work ethic and a willingness to learn from the athletic training faculty and other athletic training students. This individual also demonstrates strong potential to excel in the field of athletic training. Dr. Jared Jones Servant Leadership Award Jared Jones, MD, served as the medical director for the IWU Athletic Training Program and team physician for the Department of Athletics from 1993-2006. During this time, his dedication to our programs, both academically and medically, has been unmatched and he has truly stood out as a servant leader. This award is given to an upper-class athletic training student that demonstrates a genuine commitment to being a servant leader as it relates to the profession of athletic training. Champions of Character Award The NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) “Champions of Character” initiative is intended to focus on the education and character development of those involved with athletics. This development is built on the five core character values, which are: Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, Servant Leadership, and Sportsmanship. This award is given to a student within the Department of Athletics that demonstrates the five core character values in their daily behavior. Campus Work Study Student Positions and Responsibilities All students are welcome to apply for these positions. Application for each position is required each year and consists of sending a formal letter of application to the ATP Director indicating which position the student is applying for and why they would be a good fit for that position. Positions will usually require 5-10 hours of work each week. Alumni, Mentor and Event Coordinator (1-3 position)

• Develop and create a quarterly newsletter to Alumni • Maintain and update the Alumni Directory and Facebook/Twitter/Instagram pages • Coordinate the mentor program between the direct observation and upper-class athletic training

students to facilitate academic success, program policy adherence, and clinical skill development • Act as a liaison with the direct observation students and the athletic training students • Coordinate study table for athletic training students

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• Coordinate with athletic training faculty about social events; Homecoming, annual Christmas and Spring ATP parties

• Bi-monthly update of Athletic Training Program Bulletin Boards Inventory Coordinator (1-3 positions)

• Organize and clean athletic training clinic(s) • Label equipment and supplies (IWU Athletic Training) • Inventory athletic training clinic(s) supplies and equipment • Monitor outgoing inventory and equipment; check out and return • Maintain clean stock of towels in each athletic training clinic • Maintain and update MSDS sheets in each athletic training clinic

Teaching / Administrative/ Clinical Assistant (1-3 position) *Note* A student cannot be utilized as a TA within an AT course they are currently enrolled in or for courses they have yet to complete within the AT major. While it is not the intent to have this position designed as exclusive to upperclassmen, this policy could exclude younger students from being hired into this position.

• Serve as a clinical model and teaching assistant in athletic training courses • Create and maintain accuracy of athletic training student directory • Assist with designated grading • Proctor tests while professor is acting as model outside of the classroom • Assist with teaching in clinical class setting • Assist with preparation and breakdown of the classroom:

(e.g. getting equipment out, setting up labs, etc.)