Athletic Training Education Program
Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training
Athletic Training Education Program
Department of Human Services and Rehabilitation/Department of Social Work
Human Services Major (36 Hours)
Human Services Minor (18 Hours)
Rehabilitation and Social Work Programs
Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion
Exercise Science Minor (18 Hours)
Health and Physical Education Comprehensive Program
Health Promotion Minor (18 Hours)
Physical Education Major
Recreation Minor (18 Hours)
Sport and Fitness Management Major (45 hours)
School of Nursing
Nursing, Associate of Science (ASN) (70 Hours)
Nursing, Bachelor of Science (BSN)
The College of Health and Human Services was formed in 1994 in order to provide quality education for professional practice in a variety of areas associated with health and human services. The college aspires to the highest standards of educational excellence, blending a professional perspective with a liberal arts and science foundation.
Within the College of Health and Human Services are the School of Nursing, the Department of Human Services, which includes rehabilitation and social work, the Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion which includes health and physical education and sport and fitness management majors, and the Department of Athletic Training Education Program.
The college is committed to meeting the challenges of the next decade; hence, it emphasizes quality teaching and values scholarly activity. The college is committed to the development of its students into knowledgeable, caring, responsive and self-directed individuals able to meet the health and human caring needs of a diverse and complex society through change, advocacy and leadership within their communities.
As part of ongoing planning and evaluation, the College of Health and Human Services regularly evaluates student learning outcomes for each degree program.
Athletic Training Education Program
The mission of the undergraduate Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) at Troy University is to provide quality didactic and clinical experiences to entry-level athletic training students through the development and utilization of interactive instructional methods and exposure to a variety of clinical education experiences and allied health professionals.
In 1989, funding for the preliminary development of an ATEP at Troy University was obtained through Alabama Sports Medicine and in-kind gifts. The Athletic Training Education Program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree within the College of Health and Human Services. The Athletic Training Education Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), 2201 Double Creek Drive, Suite 5006, Round Rock, TX 78664. www.caate.net.
Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Education
The Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Education consists of two components: (1) pre-athletic training education courses and (2) Athletic Training Education Program courses (first, second and third year). All students must complete the courses for pre-athletic training education and the Athletic Training Education Program as described in the University catalog. The pre-athletic training education courses must be completed and approved by the ATEP Director before a student is eligible for admission to the Athletic Training Education Program. All students must make formal application to the Athletic Training Education Program and meet all admission requirements. Completion of pre-athletic training education courses does not guarantee admission into the Athletic Training Education Program. Consult with the Program Director of Athletic Training Education Program.
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Department of Human Services and Rehabilitation/Department of Social Work
Human Services Major
The purpose of the human services major is twofold: (1) to prepare the graduate for entry level positions in a myriad of human services delivery systems where specialized training is not required, and (2) to prepare students for graduate education. The curriculum is designed to provide the student with an understanding of human behavior within the context of the social environment, an understanding of social and human service delivery systems, and basic skills in effective communication with client systems and basic skills in the development of intervention strategies to resolve interpersonal and social problems. A three-credit, 120- clock-hour field practicum is required.
Rehabilitation Major
The baccalaureate rehabilitation major is listed on the Registry of Undergraduate Programs by the Council on Rehabilitation Education. The purpose of the undergraduate rehabilitation major is twofold: (1) to prepare graduates for entry level professional rehabilitation positions both in the public and private sectors, and (2) to prepare students for graduate education in general and, in particular, graduate education in rehabilitation. The curriculum is built upon a strong liberal arts base designed to provide the student with an understanding of human behavior within the context of the social environment; an understanding of social service resources and social policy planning and analysis particularly as related to client systems served by rehabilitation professionals; understanding and skills needed to become a consumer of practice research and an ability to evaluate one’s own practice effectiveness; an understanding of rehabilitation theory and issues; skills in the assessment of disability; basic skills in effective communication with client systems; skills in the use of vocational information systems; the development of intervention strategies in human problems; and the development of skills to support action programs for disabled client populations. A 12-credit-hour field practicum is required (minimum of 500 clock hours).
Social Work Major
The social work program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Accreditation and program graduates are eligible to sit for social work licensure examination. Social work licensure is required in the state of Alabama for those in the practice of social work. The principle educational objective of the social work program is the preparation of graduates for beginning level generalist social work practice. The curriculum is designed to provide the beginning-level practitioner an ability to apply an eclectic knowledge base guided by professional values; to use a wide range of intervention skills to target any-sized client system (micro to macro levels) while employing a planned change process directed toward client empowerment; to work effectively, under supervision, within social service delivery organizational structures while employing a wide range professional roles. A 12-credit-hour field practicum is required (minimum of 500 clock hours).
Human Services Minor
A minor in human services is offered to students who desire basic understanding of the human services delivery system.
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Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion
One of the oldest departments on campus, Kinesiology and Health Promotion consists of two undergraduate degree options (teaching and non-teaching) and boasts more than 250 majors in the department. The department offers scientifically based programs for students who want to work with people, enjoy activity, and gain satisfaction in enhancing the quality of life of others. The curricular emphasis is on the professional preparation of students for careers in teaching, athletic administration, recreation management, fitness, health and sport club management. High schools and colleges, professional and recreational sports agencies and arenas, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, city parks and recreation, state and national parks, commercial agencies, health clubs and fitness centers are among the many organizations where our students find employment after graduation.
The purpose of the Physical Education (P-12) and Comprehensive Health (6-12) and Physical Education (P-12) degree programs is to provide a comprehensive teacher education program and teacher certification in either health and physical education, or physical education. The course of study focuses on the study of human movement as it relates to the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domain of teaching and learning, as well as the facets related to health and physical education.
The Sport and Fitness Management Program at Troy University is committed to providing students with the highest quality educational experiences so that they will be prepared to meet the many demands and challenges of sport and fitness management in the 21st century. The purpose of the Sport and Fitness Management degree program is to provide students seeking sport, marketing, management, and administrative skills from a sport/fitness perspective. Within Sport and Fitness Management, students will choose a minor within the Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion or a minor in another department (i.e. business, psychology, etc.). Minors with the Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion include exercise science, health promotion, and recreation. The program prepares the student for careers in managerial positions in the above-listed professional areas.
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School of Nursing
The School of Nursing programs are designed to develop expertise necessary for the practice of nursing in a complex, changing health care system. Faculty are well qualified, and programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (61 Broadway 33rd Floor, New York, NY 10006, phone 800-669-1656, ext. 153) and approved by the Alabama Board of Nursing. Traditional and mobility options are offered at the associate (ASN), baccalaureate (BSN) and master’s (MSN) levels. For information, visit http://troy.troy.edu/nursing.
Students are accepted for admission to the ASN (Montgomery campus) and BSN (Troy campus) programs in the spring and fall semesters. The ASN degree may be completed in five semesters. Licensed practical nurses may receive advanced placement in the ASN Program. The BSN degree may be completed in four years. Registered nurses may receive advanced placement in the online RN-BSN/MSN track of the BSN Program. For information related to progression from RN-BSN/MSN track to the Clinical Nurse Specialist, Family Nurse Practitioner, or Nursing Informatics Specialist tracks in the MSN Program, consult the Graduate Catalog. Admission to the School of Nursing is selective, based on established criteria for each program.
All students must maintain current CPR certification, professional liability insurance and proof of annual physical examination when enrolled in clinical nursing courses. Professional liability insurance must be purchased through the School of Nursing. Students are responsible for their own medical care if needed in the clinical setting and must have health insurance. Students must abide by Centers for Disease Control, HIPPA, and OSHA guidelines. Students must present titer reports for Hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, and varicella zoster. Drug screening and criminal background information are required before students may attend clinical course practicums. Standardized achievement tests are required at various points in the undergraduate programs of learning.
Students in the School of Nursing must comply with legal, moral and legislative standards in accordance with the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code. A student may be denied permission to write the licensing examination to become a registered nurse (RN) if he/she has been convicted of a felony.
Challenge examinations are available for various courses for students who meet the eligibility criteria. No nursing course may be audited before it is taken for credit.
Many nursing courses have additional laboratory fees. These fees are printed in the schedule of classes.
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ATHLETIC TRAINING EDUCATION PROGRAM
Specialized General Studies Requirements
This degree has special general studies requirements. Students should see the ATEP program adviser along with this catalog.
Admission to the ATEP, Application and Selection Process and Requirements:
Requirements for admission to the Athletic Training Education Program:
- Students must possess an overall 3.0 GPA as well as a 3.0 GPA in all athletic training core courses to be considered for admission.
- All student applicants applying for the Athletic Training Education Program must have completed AT 1101, BIO 1100 and L100, MTH 1112, CHM 1142 and L142, and ENG 1101 and 1102 with a GPA of 3.0 or better.
- The Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) accepts completed applications for program admission twice a year. The due dates are April 1 and July 1 of each academic year. Applicants applying by the April 1 deadline will receive priority and the July 1 applicants will receive consideration only if there are slots available after the April 1 program admission process is complete. Admission to the ATEP is selective and completed applications do not guarantee admission into the ATEP. Enrollment is limited due to the availability of resources.
- All students must be interviewed by the Athletic Training Education Board of Admissions as a component of the application process. Student applicants must also submit three letters of recommendation and have documented a minimum of 40 observation hours under a certified athletic trainer prior to being considered for admission into the ATEP.
- All transfer student applicants must complete the equivalent of BIO 1100 and L100, MTH 1112, CHM 1142 and L142, ENG 1101 and ENG 1102 with a minimum GPA of 3.0 prior to admission into the ATEP. AT 1101 must also be completed under the same criteria; however, it must be taken at Troy University. Transfer students must go through the same application process as Troy University students.
- Each student accepted into the ATEP must submit a signed agreement stating that he/she accepts the invitation and responsibility connected with the ATEP.
Progression in the Athletic Training Education Program:
- Students who are accepted into the ATEP begin course progression in the fall semester of the acceptance year.
- All students must maintain current CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and AED certifications. Professional liability insurance must be purchased annually through the Department of Athletic Training. Proof of physical examination Hepatitis B vaccine, TB skin test, and current tetanus immunization must be on file when enrolled in the ATEP. Students are responsible for their own medical care if needed in the clinical education setting.
- Achievement tests are required at various points in the student’s educational experience.
- Because of the costs of the Athletic Training Education Program, students are responsible for essential items of personal equipment, uniforms, Hepatitis B Vaccine Series, liability insurance cost, and travel.
- Students must maintain an overall 3.0 GPA as well as a 3.0 GPA in all athletic training core courses.
- Students must earn a C or better in all athletic training core courses. If a student earns a D or F in any ATEP courses, he/she must repeat that course.
Academic Probation Policy
Once a student’s GPA has fallen below a 3.0, in either the ATEP core courses or overall, the ATEP director will place the student on academic probation. The student will have one academic semester to raise the GPA to the program criteria. If the student does not meet this standard, he/she will no longer be able to progress in the ATEP and will be released from the program.
Athletic Training Education Program Technical Standards for Admissions.
The Athletic Training Educational Program at Troy University is a rigorous and intense program that places specific requirements and demands on the students enrolled in the program. 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. The technical standards set forth by the Athletic Training Educational Program establish the essential qualities considered necessary for students admitted to this program to achieve the knowledge, skills and competencies of an entry-level athletic trainer, as well as meet the expectations of the program’s accrediting agency (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education [CAATE]). The following abilities and expectations must be met by all students admitted to the Athletic Training Educational Program. In the event a student is unable to fulfill these technical standards, with or without reasonable accommodation, the student will not be admitted into the program.
Compliance with the program’s technical standards does not guarantee a student’s eligibility for the BOC certification exam.
Candidates for selection to the Athletic Training Educational Program must demonstrate the following:
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 communicate judgments and treatment information effectively. Students must be able to understand and speak English at a level consistent with competent professional practice.
- The ability to record the physical examination results and a treatment plan clearly and accurately.
- The capacity to maintain composure and continue to function well during periods of high stress.
- The perseverance, diligence and commitment to complete the athletic training education program as outlined and sequenced.
- Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing situations and uncertainty in clinical situations.
- Affective skills and appropriate demeanor and rapport that relate to professional education and quality patient care.
Candidates for selection to the athletic training education program will be required to verify that they understand and meet these technical standards or that they believe that, with certain accommodations, they can meet the standards.
The Troy University Department of Athletic Training will evaluate a student who states that he/she could meet the programs technical standards with accommodation and confirm that the stated condition qualifies as a disability under applicable laws
If a student states that he/she can meet the technical standards with accommodation, then the University will determine whether it agrees that the student can meet the technical standards with reasonable accommodation. This determination includes a review of whether the accommodations requested are reasonable, taking into account whether accommodation would jeopardize clinician/patient safety or the educational process of the student or the institution, including all coursework, clinical experiences and internships deemed essential to graduation.
Athletic Training Education Program Educational Goals and Objectives
- To prepare the student to become competent in the various domains of athletic training education such as prevention, recognition, evaluation and assessment, immediate care, treatment rehabilitation and reconditioning, organization and administration, and professional development and responsibility
- To provide the student with a quality and diverse athletic training clinical experience
- To prepare the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide optimal athletic care in an allied health setting
- To provide the student with optimal skills and education necessary to become a competent and reliable certified athletic trainer
- To prepare the student with the necessary skills to network, obtain employment, or further pursue his/her education goals
Course Requirements
The course work involves a six-semester sequence beginning with the fall semester of admission into the program. This sequence is developed as a progression designed to incorporate all domains and objectives outlined in the competencies in athletic training education, culminating in AT 4402, which is taken the sixth semester of program enrollment.
| AT 1101 |
(1) |
Orientation to Athletic Training
Education |
| AT 2201 |
(1) |
Clinical Experiences in Athletic
Training |
| AT 2202 |
(1) |
Clinical Experiences in Athletic
Training |
| AT 3301 |
(1) |
Clinical Experiences in Athletic
Training |
| AT 3302 |
(1) |
Clinical Experiences in Athletic
Training |
| AT 3360 |
(2) |
Principles of Drug Therapy for Athletic
Trainers |
| AT 3394 |
(1) |
Lifting Techniques for Conditioning and Rehabilitative Exercise |
| AT 3395 |
(3) |
Care and Prevention of Athletic
Injuries and Illnesses |
| AT L395 |
(1) |
Care and Prevention of Athletic
Injuries and Illnesses Clinical
Experiences |
| AT 3396 |
(3) |
Evaluation of Athletic Injuries and
Illnesses I |
| AT L396 |
(1) |
Evaluation of Athletic Injuries and
Illnesses I Clinical Experiences |
| AT 3397 |
(3) |
Evaluation of Athletic Injuries and
Illnesses II |
| AT L397 |
(1) |
Evaluation of Athletic Injuries and
Illnesses II Clinical Experiences |
| AT 3398 |
(2) |
Organization and Administration for Athletic Trainers |
| AT 3399 |
(1) |
General Medical Conditions Seminar |
| AT 4401 |
(2) |
Clinical Experiences in Athletic
Training |
| AT 4402 |
(12) |
Athletic Training Field Experience |
| AT 4447 |
(3) |
Therapeutic Modalities |
| AT L447 |
(1) |
Therapeutic Modalities Lab |
| AT 4448 |
(3) |
Therapeutic Exercises |
| AT L448 |
(1) |
Therapeutic Exercises Lab |
| BIO 3347 |
(3) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
| BIO L347 |
(1) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Lab |
| BIO 3348 |
(3) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
| BIO L348 |
(1) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Lab |
| CHM 1142 |
(3) |
General Chemistry I |
| CHM L142 |
(1) |
General Chemistry I Lab |
| KHP 2202 |
(2) |
First Aid and Safety and CPRO |
| KHP 2240 |
(3) |
Personal and Community Health |
| KHP 3352 |
(3) |
Kinesiology |
| KHP 4474 |
(3) |
Exercise Physiology |
| KHP L474 |
(1) |
Exercise Physiology |
| KHP 4476 |
(2) |
Laboratory Practicum in Exercise Performance |
| NSG 1105 |
(1) |
Medical Terminology |
| NSG 2211 |
(3) |
Human Nutrition |
| NSG 3309 |
(2) |
Health Assessment |
| NSG 3310 |
(1) |
Health Assessment Practicum |
| NSG 3315 |
(3) |
Pathophysiology |
| PHI 2204 |
(3) |
Ethics |
| PSY 2205 |
(3) |
Psychology of Adjustment |
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EXERCISE SCIENCE MINOR (18 HOURS)
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HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM
For professional studies information, see the College of Education
chapter of this catalog.
NOTE: Students seeking Alabama teacher certification in health
and physical education should select education as a second major.
Students should consult with their advisers concerning all certification
requirements.
Specialized general studies requirements
| Area III |
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| BIO 1100 |
(3) |
Principles of Biology I |
| BIO L100 |
(1) |
Principles of Biology Lab |
| MTH 1112 |
(3) |
Pre-Calculus Algebra, or placement |
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| Select a four hour course/lab combination from the following: |
| CHM 1142 |
(3) |
General Chemistry I, or placement |
| CHM L142 |
(1) |
General Chemistry I Lab, or placement |
| PHY 2252 |
(3) |
General Physics I |
| PHY L252 |
(1) |
General Physics I Lab |
| SCI 2233 |
(3) |
Physical Science |
| SCI L233 |
(1) |
Physical Science Lab |
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| Area V Requirements |
| KHP 2201 |
(2) |
Camping and Outdoor Recreation |
| KHP 2202 |
(2) |
First Aid and Safety and CPRO |
| KHP 2240 |
(3) |
Personal and Community Health |
| KHP 2251 |
(2) |
Foundations of Physical Education/SFM |
| KHP 3360 |
(3) |
Physiological Principles of Body
Systems |
| IS 2241 |
(3) |
Computer Concepts and Apps. |
| TROY 1101 |
(1) |
University Orientation |
| Select 2 hours of physical activity courses. |
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| Requirements for the program |
| KHP 2252 |
(3) |
Methods of Teaching Dance |
| KHP 3330 |
(2) |
Physical Skills Proficiency I |
| KHP 3331 |
(2) |
Physical Skills Proficiency II |
| KHP 3350 |
(3) |
Psychology of Wellness |
| KHP 3352 |
(3) |
Kinesiology |
| KHP 3361 |
(3) |
Integrating HPER into the Curriculum |
| KHP 3395 |
(2) |
Care and Prevention of Athletic
Injuries |
| KHP 4410 |
(3) |
Motor Development |
| KHP 4442 |
(3) |
Health Education |
| KHP 4474 |
(3) |
Exercise Physiology |
| KHP L474 |
(1) |
Exercise Physiology Lab |
| KHP 4485 |
(3) |
Teaching Individual and Team
Sports |
| KHP 4486 |
(3) |
Teaching Individual and Team
Sports |
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| Select 3 hours from the following: |
| KHP 4405 |
(3) |
Physical Activity and Disease Prevention |
| KHP 4427 |
(3) |
Health Behavior |
| KHP 4459 |
(3) |
Sport and Exercise Nutrition |
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HEALTH PROMOTION MINOR (18 HOURS)
| KHP 3352 |
(3) |
Kinesiology |
| KHP 4405 |
(3) |
Physical Activity and Disease Prevention |
| KHP 4427 |
(3) |
Health Behavior |
| KHP 4459 |
(3) |
Sport and Exercise Nutrition |
| KHP 4474 |
(3) |
Exercise Physiology |
| KHP L474 |
(1) |
Exercise Physiology Lab |
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Select an additional two hours of adviser-approved courses.
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HUMAN SERVICES MAJOR (36 HOURS)
| HS 2230 |
(3) |
Survey of Human Services |
| HS 3310 |
(3) |
Human Behavior in the Social Environment
I |
| HS 3370 |
(3) |
Professional Communication Skills |
| HS 4400 |
(3) |
Human Services Field Experience |
| RHB/SWK 3320 |
(3) |
Human Behavior in the Social Environment
II |
| SWK 3302 |
(3) |
Social Service Resources |
| Select 18 additional hours in HS, RHB, or SWK courses. |
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HUMAN SERVICES MINOR (18 HOURS)
| HS 2230 |
(3) |
Survey of Human Services |
| HS 3310 |
(3) |
Human Behavior and the Social
Environment I |
| RHB/SWK 3320 |
(3) |
Human Behavior and the Social
Environment II |
| HS 3370 |
(3) |
Professional Communication Skills |
| SWK 3302 |
(3) |
Social Service Resources |
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| Select three additional hours in HS, RHB, or SWK courses. |
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NURSING, ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (ASN) (70 HOURS)
Admission
Admission to the ASN program is completed in two steps:
STEP I
For admission to the ASN program, the student must: |
| 1. |
submit a completed application and the University application fee (by May 30 for fall semester admission and October 1 for spring semester admission); |
| 2. |
be a high school graduate or equivalent (GED) and submit official transcripts (unless transferring at least 24 hours of college coursework); |
| 3. |
have official transcripts from all colleges attended submitted directly from the institution of attendance; |
| 4. |
earn a required score of 40 on the National League for Nursing Pre-Admission Exam OR ACT score of 19 OR SAT score of 910 (A bachelor’s or higher degree from an accredited university will exempt a student from the pre-nursing test requirement). If student is seeking acceptance into the LPN-RN advanced placement track, LPN must score at least 70 on the NLN ACE I exam, in lieu of other tests. |
| 5. |
have an overall GPA of at least 2.5 on 4.0 scale for all college work attempted (For additional information contact the office of Admission and Records at the School of Nursing, Montgomery campus.); |
| 6. |
present evidence of current Alabama Licensed Practical Nurse licensure if the student is entering the LPN-ASN advanced placement track, as well as documentation showing one year of LPN work experience during the past three years unless graduation occurred within the past calendar year; and |
| 7. |
be able to achieve certain core performance standards required by the duties of the nursing profession. |
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| When ENG 1101, PSY 2200, MTH 1112, BIO 3347 and BIO L347 have been completed with a grade of C or better, the student may proceed to step II. |
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STEP II
For admission to the ASN nursing course sequence (NSG 1131, NSG 1135, 1151, etc.), the student must: |
| 1. |
meet all admission requirements under Step I; |
| 2. |
submit the “Application to ASN Nursing Course Sequence” (by May 30 for fall semester admission and October 1 for spring semester admission); |
| 3. |
have maintained an overall GPA of at least 2.5 on 4.0 scale on all college work attempted. |
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NOTE: If a student is attempting to transfer credit for nursing courses from another school of nursing (which must be NLNAC accredited), a letter from the dean/director of that school must be submitted stating that the student was eligible for continuation in the nursing program. If the student was not eligible for continuation in the program, the student must take all required Troy University ASN nursing courses (i.e., no nursing courses will be transferred).
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Progression
- Student must maintain an overall Troy University GPA of at least 2.0 on 4.0 scale while enrolled in nursing courses.
- Student must earn a grade of C or better in each required course.
- A student will be able to repeat a nursing course only one time to achieve a grade of C or better .
- A grade of D or F in more than seven semester hours of nursing courses will result in automatic dismissal from the ASN program. These seven hours also include nutrition (NSG 2213 or 2204.)
- Student must make 85% or higher on a dosage and solutions calculation examination in NSG 1151 to progress in the program.
- Student must complete the program within four years from the date of enrollment in the first clinical nursing course (either NSG 1131 or NSG 1110).
- Students who drop, fail or withdraw from NSG 1131 must reapply by following Step II of the ASN admission process (i.e., these students will be included with the new pool of applicants in the selective admission process and should understand that they may or may not be selected for a slot in the new class);
- Re-enrollment in a nursing course will depend on space availability.
Degree
Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the student is awarded the Associate of Science in Nursing degree and may then apply to the Board of Nursing to write the licensing examination to become a registered nurse (RN).
Location
The ASN program is located at 340 Montgomery Street, Montgomery, AL, 36104. The clinical facilities used for student learning experiences are located within an approximate 50-mile radius of Montgomery. Students are responsible for their transportation.
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ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM IN NURSING (70 Hours)
(ASN Degree)
| General Studies Requirements |
| Area I |
| ENG 1101 |
(3) |
Composition I |
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| Area II |
| Select 3 hours in humanities or fine arts. |
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| Area III |
| BIO 3347 |
(3) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
| BIO L347 |
(1) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Lab |
| BIO 3372 |
(3) |
General Microbiology |
| BIO L372 |
(1) |
General Microbiology Lab |
| MTH 1112 |
(3) |
Pre-Calculus Algebra |
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| Area IV |
| PSY 2200 |
(3) |
General Psychology |
| PSY 2210 |
(3) |
Developmental Psychology |
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| Area V |
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| IS 2241 |
(3) |
Computer Concepts and Applications |
| TROY 1101 |
(1) |
University Orientation |
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| Additional Requirements |
| BIO 3348 |
(3) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
| BIO L348 |
(1) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Lab |
| NSG 1131 |
(4) |
Basic Nursing Concepts Practicum |
| NSG 1135 |
(1) |
Health Assessment-Practicum |
| NSG 1140 |
(3) |
Basic Nursing Concepts II |
| NSG 1141 |
(3) |
Basic Nursing Practicum II |
| NSG 1151 |
(1) |
Hospital Measurements |
| NSG 2202 |
(2) |
Pharmacology |
| NSG 2213 |
(2) |
Nutrition |
| NSG 2255 |
(2) |
Maternal-Infant Nursing |
| NSG 2256 |
(2) |
Maternal-Infant Nursing Practicum |
| NSG 2265 |
(2) |
Nursing of Children |
| NSG 2266 |
(2) |
Nursing of Children-Practicum |
| NSG 2271 |
(2) |
Psychosocial Nursing Concepts |
| NSG 2272 |
(2) |
Psychosocial Nursing Practicum |
| NSG 2280 |
(4) |
Advanced Nursing Concepts |
| NSG 2281 |
(6) |
Advanced Nursing Practicum |
| NSG 2282 |
(2) |
Gerontological Nursing Concepts |
| NSG 2283 |
(2) |
Gerontological Nursing Practicum |
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) may qualify for advanced placement through validation of prior knowledge. For information contact the Admission Office, ASN Program, Montgomery, AL. (334-834-2320)
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NURSING, BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BSN)
Admission
For admission to the BSN program, students must
- have an overall GPA of at least 2.5 on 4.0 scale. (All hours attempted are used in calculation of overall GPA.)
- file written application with the School of Nursing. Consult academic adviser or director of the BSN program. Deadlines for receipt of BSN applications are April 15 for fall semester and October 15 for spring semester. Registered Nurse students enrolling in the RN-BSN/MSN track should contact the BSN Program Director for admission times.
- have successfully completed general studies courses. A grade of C or above is required in many of these courses. For additional information, contact the office of the BSN Program Director or visit the School of Nursing web site: http://troy.troy.edu/nursing.
- have a current, unencumbered RN license in state of clinical practice if student is entering the RN-BSN/MSN course sequence.
- be able to achieve certain core performance standards required by the duties of the nursing profession.
- If transferring from another school of nursing, submit a letter from the dean/department chair of that school stating that the student was eligible for continuation in the school. Students transferring from another school of nursing who are not or were not eligible to continue in the nursing program in which they are/were enrolled are not eligible for admission to Troy University’s BSN program unless they first complete an accredited associate degree program and are registered nurses.
Progression
- Students are required to have an overall GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for enrollment in the Clinical Nursing Sequence.
- Students are required to make a grade of C or better in each nursing course.
- Students may repeat only one 3300-4400 level nursing course required in the BSN clinical nursing sequence; therefore, a second D or F in any 3300-4400 level nursing course will result in automatic dismissal from the program.
- Students who are planning to apply, or have applied but have not yet begun, the BSN Clinical Nursing Sequence may repeat only one 3300-4400 level nursing course from the required courses in the clinical nursing sequence; thereafter, a D or F in a 3300-4400 level nursing course will automatically disqualify the student from entering the BSN Clinical Nursing Sequence.
- Students who drop or fail a theory or clinical course with a co-requisite component must drop the co-requisite course.
- Satisfactory performance on an exit exam is required for graduation. (Note: Exit exam is not required for students in the RN-BSN/MSN track.)
Additional policies related to the BSN program may be found on the School of Nursing web site. Enrollment may be limited based on available resources.
Degree
Upon satisfactory completion of the program, the student is awarded the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and may then apply to the Board of Nursing to write the licensing examination to become a registered nurse (RN).
Locations
The clinical facilities used for student learning experiences in the BSN generic track are located in Troy and surrounding communities. Students are responsible for transportation and the cost of meals. Students who buy university meal plans may arrange for a sack lunch. For child health nursing, students may be assigned to learning experiences in Birmingham, Alabama.
The clinical facilities used for students in the RN-BSN/MSN track are located in Troy, Montgomery and Phenix City, Ala., and in Norfolk, Va. and surrounding communities.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Specialized general studies requirements
(See the general studies section of this catalog for additional information.)
Area II
Select PHI 2204, or the equivalent NSG 3340, from the list of approved courses in Area II.
| Area III |
| BIO 3372 |
(3) |
Microbiology |
| BIO L372 |
(1) |
Microbiology Lab |
| CHM 1142 |
(3) |
General Chemistry I |
| CHM L142 |
(1) |
General Chemistry I Lab |
| MTH 1112 |
(3) |
Pre-Calculus Algebra |
| |
|
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| Area IV |
| NSG 2205 |
(3) |
Human Growth and Development |
| or |
|
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| PSY 2210 |
(3) |
Developmental Psychology (Lifespan) |
| |
|
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| Select a six-hour history sequence (HIS 1101/1102; HIS
1111/1112; HIS 1122/1123). |
| |
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| Select 3 hours from : |
| ANT 2200 |
(3) |
Anthropology |
| PSY 2200 |
(3) |
General Psychology |
| SOC 2275 |
(3) |
Introduction to Sociology |
| |
|
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| Area V |
| BIO 3347 |
(3) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
| BIO L347 |
(1) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology I
Lab |
| BIO 3348 |
(3) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
| BIO L348 |
(1) |
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
Lab |
| NSG 2204 |
(2) |
Nutrition |
| NSG 3315 |
(3) |
Pathophysiology |
| PSY 3301 |
(3) |
Basic Statistics |
| |
|
|
| Core course requirements for pre-licensure students: |
| NSG 2201 |
(1) |
Dosage Calculations |
| NSG 3301 |
(2) |
Pharmacology |
| NSG 3306 |
(2) |
Perspectives of Professional Nursing |
| NSG 3309 |
(2) |
Health Assessment |
| NSG 3310 |
(1) |
Health Assessment Practicum |
| NSG 3313 |
(3) |
Nursing Concepts I |
| NSG 3314 |
(3) |
Nursing Concepts I Practicum |
| NSG 3323 |
(3) |
Maternal-Infant Health Nursing |
| NSG 3324 |
(2) |
Maternal-Infant Health Nursing
Practicum |
| NSG 3325 |
(3) |
Nursing Concepts II |
| NSG 3326 |
(3) |
Nursing Concepts II Practicum |
| NSG 3332 |
(3) |
Child Health Nursing |
| NSG 3333 |
(2) |
Child Health Nursing Practicum |
| NSG 3334 |
(3) |
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing |
| NSG 3335 |
(2) |
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing
Practicum |
| NSG 3336 |
(3) |
Adult Health Nursing |
| NSG 3337 |
(2) |
Adult Health Nursing Practicum |
| NSG 4405 |
(3) |
Public Health Nursing |
| NSG 4406 |
(2) |
Public Health Nursing Practicum |
| NSG 4407 |
(1) |
Clinical Nutrition |
| NSG 4413 |
(3) |
Nursing Concepts III |
| NSG 4414 |
(2) |
Nursing Concepts III Practicum |
| NSG 4415 |
(2) |
Nursing Leadership/Management |
| NSG 4417 |
(1) |
Senior Seminar |
| NSG 4419 |
(2) |
Research Process in Nursing |
| NSG 4421 |
(3) |
Senior Clinical Preceptorship |
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| Core course requirements for post-licensure students: |
| NSG 3370 |
(2) |
Professional Nursing |
| NSG 3309 |
(2) |
Health Assessment |
| NSG 3310 |
(1) |
Health Assessment Practicum |
| NSG 4405 |
(3) |
Public Health Nursing |
| NSG 4406 |
(2) |
Public Health Nursing Practicum |
| NSG 4407 |
(1) |
Clinical Nutrition |
| NSG 4419 |
(2) |
Research Process in Nursing |
| or |
|
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| NSG 6691 |
(3) |
Research Methodology |
| NSG 4430 |
(3) |
Advanced Nursing Theory |
| NSG 4431 |
(2) |
Advanced Nursing Preceptorship |
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJOR
For professional studies information, see the College of Education
section of this catalog.
NOTE: Students seeking Alabama Teacher certification in physical
education should select education as a second major. Students
should consult with their advisers concerning all certification requirements.
(P-12)
Specialized general studies requirements |
| Area III |
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| BIO 1100 |
(3) |
Principles of Biology I |
| BIO L100 |
(1) |
Principles of Biology Lab |
| MTH 1112 |
(3) |
Pre-Calculus Algebra, or placement |
| |
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|
| Select a four hour course/lab combination from the following: |
| CHM 1142 |
(3) |
General Chemistry I, or placement |
| CHM L142 |
(1) |
General Chemistry I Lab, or placement |
| PHY 2252 |
(3) |
General Physics I |
| PHY L252 |
(1) |
General Physics I Lab |
| SCI 2233 |
(3) |
Physical Science |
| SCI L233 |
(1) |
Physical Science Lab |
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| Area V Requirements |
| KHP 2201 |
(2) |
Camping and Outdoor Recreation |
| KHP 2202 |
(2) |
First Aid and Safety and CPRO |
| KHP 2240 |
(3) |
Personal and Community Health |
| KHP 2251 |
(2) |
Foundations of Physical Education/SFM |
| KHP 3360 |
(3) |
Physiological Principles of Body
Systems |
| IS 2241 |
(3) |
Computer Concepts and Apps. |
| TROY 1101 |
(1) |
University Orientation |
| |
|
|
| Select 2 hours of physical activity courses. |
| |
|
|
| Major requirements |
| KHP 2252 |
(3) |
Methods of Teaching Dance |
| KHP 3330 |
(2) |
Physical Skills Proficiency |
| KHP 3331 |
(2) |
Physical Skills Proficiency II |
| KHP 3352 |
(3) |
Kinesiology and Efficiency of Human
Movement |
| KHP 3361 |
(3) |
Integrating HPER into the Curriculum |
| KHP 3395 |
(2) |
Care and Prevention of Athletic
Injury/Illness |
| KHP 4410 |
(3) |
Motor Development |
| KHP 4474 |
(3) |
Exercise Physiology |
| KHP L474 |
(1) |
Exercise Physiology Lab |
| KHP 4485 |
(3) |
Teaching Individual and Team
Sports |
| KHP 4486 |
(3) |
Teaching Individual and Team
Sports |
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RECREATION MINOR (18 HOURS)
| Select the appropriate curriculum: |
| • For students not majoring in Sport and Fitness Management: |
| KHP 3340 |
(3) |
Principles of Recreation |
| KHP 3355 |
(3) |
Introduction to Sport and Fitness Management |
| KHP 4400 |
(3) |
Sports Officiating |
| KHP 4450 |
(3) |
Event Management |
| KHP 4455 |
(3) |
Facility Management |
| Select an additional three hour KHP adviser approved elective. |
| |
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| • For students majoring in Sport & Fitness Management: |
| KHP 3340 |
(3) |
Principles of Recreation |
| KHP 3352 |
(3) |
Kinesiology |
| KHP 3360 |
(3) |
Physiological Principles of Body Systems |
| KHP 4400 |
(3) |
Sports Officiating |
| Select an additional six hours if KHP adviser approved electives. |
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REHABILITATION AND SOCIAL WORK PROGRAMS
Specialized General Studies Requirements
Students will complete the general studies requirements as outlined in the general studies section of this catalog with the following exception. In the history, social, and behavioral sciences block, rehabilitation and social work students must choose the two social/behavioral science electives from ANT 2200, ECO 2251, POL 2241, PSY 2200, and SOC 2275.
Admission to the professional social work curriculum
Students must be admitted to the professional social work curriculum in order to enroll in advanced social work courses, beginning with SWK 3390. Students are encouraged to declare social work as a major during the freshman or sophomore year in order to ensure that they will meet the requirements for admission in a timely manner. Otherwise, the student may be out of sequence in meeting program requirements. Admission to the professional social work curriculum is usually accomplished during the first semester of the junior year concurrent with enrollment in SWK 2250, which precedes enrollment in SWK 3390 the following semester. To be eligible to apply for admission, each social work major must (1) have a minimum GPA of 2.25 (on a 4 point scale) in all college courses attempted and have completed a minimum of 30 semester hours, and (2) have completed ENG 1101 and 1102 or ENG 1103 and 1104, COM 2241 or 2243, HS 2230, HS 3370, and SWK 2250, 2280 and HS 3310 (or be currently enrolled) with a grade of C or better. Procedures for applying for admission to the professional social work curriculum are outlined in the student manual which may be obtained from the Department of Social Work.
Progression in Social Work:
a. Students are required to make a grade of C or better in each of the required departmental core and professional curriculum courses (all HS, RHB, and SWK prefixed courses.)
b. Students may repeat only one 3000-4000 level departmental course; thereafter, a D or F in any 3000-4000 level departmental required course will result in automatic dismissal from the social work program.
c. A student remains in good standing by maintaining, at a minimum, a 2.0 GPA in all course work taken and a 2.0 GPA in all required departmental and professional courses.
Progression in Rehabilitation:
a. Students are required to make a grade of D or better in each of the required departmental core and professional curriculum courses (all HS, RHB, and SWK prefixed courses.)
b. Students may repeat only one 3000-4000 level departmental course; thereafter, a D or F in any 3000-4000 level departmental required course will result in automatic dismissal from the social work program.
c. A student remains in good standing by maintaining, at a minimum, a 2.0 GPA in all course work taken and a 2.0 GPA in all required departmental and professional courses.
| Pre-professional requirement: |
| PSY 3304 |
(3) |
Abnormal Psychology |
Students will take the history series (HIS 1101 and 1102, or HIS
1111 and 1112, or HIS 1122 and 1123) not taken as a part of the
general studies requirements. |
| |
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Students will complete the remaining three social/behavioral
science electives (from ANT 2200, ECO 2251, POL 2241, Psy
2200, and SOC 2275) not taken as a part of the general studies
requirements. |
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| Departmental Core for Rehabilitation and Social Work
Majors (29 Hours): |
| HS 2230 |
(3) |
Survey of Human Services |
| HS 3310 |
(3) |
Human Behavior in the Social Environment
I |
| HS 3370 |
(3) |
Professional Communications |
| RHB/SWK #### |
(3) |
Program Elective |
| RHB/SWK 2280 |
(3) |
Rehabilitation/Social Work Research I |
| RHB/SWK 2281 |
(3) |
Rehabilitation/Social Work Research II |
| RHB/SWK 3320 |
(3) |
Human Behavior in the Social Environment
II |
| RHB/SWK 3340 |
(3) |
Social Policy and Planning |
| RHB/SWK 4450 |
(2) |
Senior Seminar |
| SWK 3302 |
(3) |
Social Service Resources |
| |
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| Rehabilitation professional program (25 hours): |
| RHB 3345 |
(3) |
Foundations of Rehabilitation |
| RHB 3350 |
(3) |
Individual Differences and the
World of Work |
| RHB 3360 |
(3) |
Vocational Assessment |
| RHB 3380 |
(3) |
Medical and Vocational Aspects of
Physical Disabilities |
| RHB 4410 |
(1) |
Rehabilitation Pre-practicum |
| RHB 4420 |
(12) |
Rehabilitation Practicum |
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Social Work professional program (25 hours):
The principal educational objective is the preparation of graduates
for beginning generalist social work practice. |
| |
|
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| SWK 2250 |
(3) |
Introduction to Social Work |
| SWK 3390 |
(3) |
Social Work with Individuals and
Families |
| SWK 4471 |
(3) |
Social Work with Groups |
| SWK 4472 |
(3) |
Social Work with Organizations and
Communities |
| SWK 4480 |
(1) |
Social Work Pre-practicum |
| SWK 4481 |
(12) |
Social Work Practicum |
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SPORT AND FITNESS MANAGEMENT MAJOR (45 HOURS)
Sport and fitness management majors must earn a grade of “C” or better in all major courses for credit toward graduation.
All sport and fitness management majors must present proof of professional liability insurance in order to enroll in KHP 4490. Professional liability insurance may be purchased through the College of Health and Human Services. Professional liability insurance must be maintained in force through the completion of the internship.
Specialized General Studies Requirements
See the general studies section of this catalog for additional
course information. |
| Area III |
|
|
| BIO 1100 |
(3) |
Principles of Biology I |
| BIO L100 |
(1) |
Principles of Biology Lab |
| MTH 1112 |
(3) |
Pre-Calculus Algebra, or placement |
| |
|
|
| Select a four hour course/lab combination from the following: |
| CHM 1142 |
(3) |
General Chemistry I, or placement |
| CHM L142 |
(1) |
General Chemistry I Lab, or placement |
| PHY 2252 |
(3) |
General Physics I |
| PHY L252 |
(1) |
General Physics I Lab |
| SCI 2233 |
(3) |
Physical Science |
| SCI L233 |
(1) |
Physical Science Lab |
| |
|
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| Area V |
| IS 2241 |
(3) |
Computer Concepts and Apps. |
| TROY 1101 |
(1) |
University Orientation |
Select 2 hours of physical activity courses.
Select 9 hours of electives as approved by the adviser. |
| |
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| Core Course Requirements |
| KHP 3350 |
(3) |
Psychology of Wellness |
| KHP 3355 |
(3) |
Introduction to SFM |
| KHP 3391 |
(3) |
Testing and Statistics |
| KHP 4430 |
(3) |
Sport and Fitness Marketing |
| KHP 4435 |
(3) |
Current Issues in Sport Management |
| KHP 4440` |
(3) |
Governing Agencies in Sport |
| KHP 4443 |
(3) |
Sport Administration |
| KHP 4450 |
(3) |
Event Management |
| KHP 4451 |
(3) |
Sport Finance and Business |
| KHP 4452 |
(3) |
Sport Communications |
| KHP 4453 |
(3) |
Legal Aspects in SFM |
| KHP 4455 |
(3) |
Facility Management |
| KHP 4490 |
(6) |
Internship |
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| Select 3 hours of adviser-approved electives. |
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