The mission of the Bethany College Athletic Training Education Program is to develop character and competency traits for a successful career in sports medicine and recreational health care for each athletic training student.

The purpose of the athletic training education program is to provide students with

1.      A comprehensive entry-level education program focused in areas of injury evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and the administrative tasks involved in these procedures.

2.      The opportunity for clinical experiences through interactive, directly supervised clinical experiences in the Bethany College Athletic Training Room and other affiliated sites in the area.

3.      The opportunity to experience diversity as it relates to ethnicity, gender, sport and emotions associated with injury, thus enabling them to develop empathy and the skills necessary to become exceptional reflective caregivers.

1.      Prepare each ATS to successfully pass the BOC certification exam.

2.      Provide encouragement for each ATS to respect individuals and their diverse beliefs and values.

3.      Incorporate a variety of educational opportunities to build a foundation enhancing the Athletic Training Students academic experiences. ATS will be exposed to a variety of teachers, using multiple methodologies to enhance learning.

4.      Provide students with a high quality education to enable them to pursue advanced degrees in athletic training or other health-related fields.

5.      Offer a variety of clinical experiences, providing an environment that encourages communication and discussion.

The Bethany College ATEP offers each athletic training student:

1.       Clinical experiences that adequately prepares students for the profession of athletic training.

2.       An education program allowing students to qualify to take the BOC examination.

3.       An education program that emphasizes integrity and diversity through interaction with student athletes from a variety of ethnic and cultural values in a variety of settings.

4.       A quality undergraduate degree experience through a broad liberal arts based education.

5.       A solid base of academic training, allowing for the successful pursuit of advanced degrees in athletic training or related fields.