Athletic Training Student Primer A Foundation For Success, Third Edition

Description

Athletic Training Student Primer: A Foundation for Success, Third Edition is a dynamic text that provides students with a foundation upon which they can build their athletic training knowledge and develop an authentic understanding of the rewards and challenges of the athletic training profession.



The Third Edition of Athletic Training Student Primer: A Foundation for Success by Andrew P. Winterstein builds upon previous editions in providing a mix of foundational athletic training knowledge coupled with human interest information to help guide students in their decision-making process when contemplating a career. This Third Edition breaks the mold of other introductory athletic training texts by including answers to many “real-life” athletic training situations.



The Third Edition is broken into four sections that cover all different aspects of the profession:



   Understanding athletic training

   Common injuries and conditions

   Planning, prevention, and care

   Preparing for success



Further expanding the learning process, included with each new textbook purchase is access to a companion website that includes videos, a glossary, and various web resources.



Updated Features Include:



   New injury spotlights for the upper and lower extremity and general medical conditions

   Updated information from athletic training students on keys to success

   New career spotlights from athletic trainers working in a broad range of career settings

   Updated information on historic changes in athletic training, including the upcoming transition to master’s degree for professional preparation

   Updated web resources

   Additional resources for instructors

   Complete redesign of text layout and updated images



Athletic Training Student Primer: A Foundation for Success, Third Edition is a must have for students taking the first step into a career in athletic training.