Development of Statewide Clinical Sites for an AT Education Program

摘要

The clinical education environment is where experiential learning acquired is key to developing successful young professionals. Although many health professions have clinical sites across the country, athletic training education has not followed this practice. Of the 300 + accredited undergraduate athletic training education programs, many are located in areas that provide limited clinical opportunities for students. The athletic training education program (ATEP) at Northern Arizona State University is one the few that utilizes state-wide clinical placement sites. Having a diverse collection of clinical sites across the state provides benefits to students and presents challenges for the administration of the ATEP. The purpose of this report is to describe the process of developing a statewide clinical education program, so that others may consider this option.