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Course Descriptions

The 2008-2009 program is underway and is no longer accepting applications Single courses may be available Next program starts: Autumn 2009 Details will be posted in Spring Program location: UW campus, Seattle Sign up to receive e-mail updates >> Contact a program representative >>   Download a program overview >> UW Extension is recognized by the Board of Certification, Inc. to offer continuing education for certified athletic trainers. NSCA Certification Commission Executive Council approved 2.0 CEU(s) for CSCS and NSCA-CPT certified individuals attending this event.

Interested in taking a single class? Some courses (designated by a below) may be open on a space-available basis to professionals who are not seeking the certificate. See Single-Course Enrollment for details.

Autumn Course

Exercise Science and Nutrition (SPORTS CP100 A)

Schedule: (10 sessions) Wednesdays, 6-8:50 p.m., Oct. 1-Dec. 10, 2008 (no class Nov. 26); $610; 3 CEUs; Instructor: Katie Green

Provides an overview of human anatomy, physiology, kinesiology and nutrition while examining the relationships between each. Topics:

• Human physiology
• Anatomy
• Kinesiology
• Training theory and applications
• Energy nutrition and human performance
• Macro nutrients
• Micro nutrients
• Hydration
• Applied nutrition (pre-exercise and recovery)
• Dietary supplements
• Optimizing human performance

How to sign up for individual enrollment in this course

Winter Course

Sports Medicine: Injury Assessment and Management (SPORTS CP105 A)

Schedule: (10 sessions) Wednesdays, 6-8:50 p.m., Jan. 7-March 11, 2009; $610; 3 CEUs; Instructor: Katie Green

Examines basic knowledge and skills required for sports injury care. Principles of injury prevention, evaluation, emergency care and follow-up management are discussed. Topics:

• The sports medicine team
• Fundamentals of sports medicine and orthopaedics
• Mechanisms and classification of sports injuries
• Biomechanics
• Injury prevention
• Taping and bandaging
• Emergency care of sports injuries
• Exercise rehabilitation
• Medical nutrition (eating disorders, diseases, weight management)
• Foot, ankle and lower leg injuries
• Knee, thigh, hip and lower back injuries
• Upper extremity injuries
• Head and neck injuries
• Special injury assessment
• Needs of mature (older) exercisers

How to sign up for individual enrollment in this course

Spring Course

Sport Psychology and Coaching Theory (SPORTS CP110 A)

Schedule: (10 sessions) Wednesdays, 6-8:50 p.m., Apr. 1-June 3, 2009; $610; 3 CEUs; Instructor: Donald Christensen

Provides an overview of the application of psychological theory in the realms of sports and physical activity. Covers the study of cognitive, emotional and social factors influencing individual and group performance. Topics:

• Arousal/performance
• Relaxation/imagery
• Goal setting
• Attention control strategies
• Coaching styles
• Youth sports
• Team building
• Burnout/overtraining
• Psychological aspects of injury

How to sign up for individual enrollment in this course

*All fees are subject to change