Mission Statement

The mission of the Athletic Training Education Program at the University of Indianapolis is the development of a qualified health care professional in the field of athletic training. This will be accomplished by providing a quality educational program through which students will obtain knowledge and psychomotor skills necessary to practice as an athletic trainer certified by the Board of Certification. Opportunities will be provided within the curriculum for the development of skills encompassing the Athletic Training Practice Domains.

Program Goals / Objectives

To provide the student with a quality liberal arts undergraduate educational experience that will further their ability to function effectively in today’s society.
To provide the athletic training student a challenging didactic learning experience and a structured clinical experience which will prepare the student to pass the Board of Certification examination and function as an entry level athletic trainer.
To provide the student the opportunity to interact with and learn from a variety of health care professionals in the field of sports medicine.
To provide an academic program with adequate depth and challenges to enable the student to successfully pursue advanced study in athletic training or a related health care field.
To provide an atmosphere to the student that promotes professionalism and collegiality through NATA student memberships, attending and presenting at symposiums.

* The Board of Certification, Inc. sets the standards for certified athletic trainers. Licensure to practice athletic training is a state by state law where applicable and does include Indiana.