Athletic Training Degree

The athletic training program at University of Akron Wayne College prepares students for a rewarding career in sports medicine as a certified athletic trainer. The program focuses on consultation with, and under the supervision of physicians to prevent and treat sports injuries and associated conditions. Program courses include: treatment of athletic injuries and illnesses, first aid and emergency care, therapeutic exercise, anatomy and physiology, kinesiology and biomechanics, nutrition, sports psychology, personal and community health, and applicable professional standards and regulations. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer athletic training degrees.

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University of Akron Wayne College

302 Buchtel Common, Akron, OH

Established in 1972 as Wayne General and Technical College, University of Akron Wayne College serves as an integral educational resource for the Wayne, Medina and Holmes Counties. The campus is situated on the north edge of the city of Orrville occupying 160 acres of land area.

UA-WC offers quality and accessible academic programs as it strives to become a center of excellence in teaching and learning. The average class size in this school is 18 and the student-to-faculty ratio is 23 to 1. Full-time faculty members of this school are highly qualified and more than half of them are doctorate degree holders.

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association, UA-WC is authorized to award associate degrees. Students can obtain initial credits for a bachelor's degree in this campus as preparation for transfer to the Akron campus or other four-year institutions. UA-WC also hosts continuing education and workforce development programs.

Utilizing appropriate technology and effective instructional methods, this college fosters an environment that support student learning and develop their analytic and critical thinking capability. UA-WC has recently added two new bachelor's degrees to its roster of credit programs, the Bachelor in Business Administration and Bachelor of Arts in Social Works.

UA-WC provides the students with the opportunities to participate in sports and it is a home to the Wayne Warriors athletic team. For students to become involved in several activities apart from athletics, they can participate in various clubs and organizations, social events and cultural activities.

Students Enrolled in the Athletic Training Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of Akron Wayne College offers an associate's degree program in athletic training.

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Athletic Trainers

Description

Evaluate and advise individuals to assist recovery from or avoid athletic-related injuries or illnesses, or maintain peak physical fitness. May provide first aid or emergency care.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, athletic trainers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 21.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Akron, OH
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Annual Salary: $44580

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).