• Teacher

    Joseph Rivas 

Career Opportunities

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  • Sports Medicine I

    Grades 9, 10, 11

    This year long course provides students with the educational background and practical experience to prepare students with entry-level employment skills and for 1st year college programs that directly pertain and relate to Kinesiology/ Pre-med/Athletic Training/Exercise science/ Nursing/Biomechanics/ and other health sciences. The course includes the use and purpose of common equipment found in the field, as well as the use of common terminology. Instruction and practical experience will cover understanding of correct biomechanics, athletic training procedures, use of NMES, use of heat and ice modalities, various rehabilitation protocols.

     

    Sports Medicine II

    Grades 10, 11, 12

    This year long course provides students with the educational background and practical experience to prepare students with entry-level employment skills and for 1st year college programs that directly pertain and relate to Kinesiology/ Pre-med/Athletic Training/Exercise science/ Nursing/Biomechanics/ and other health sciences. Students will build on the skills learned in Sports Medicine I and gain more in-depth experience by working hands on and directly with injured athletes under the Athletic Trainers supervision. Students will assist and aid the school’s sports teams and observe correct procedures perform by the Athletic Trainer in the field.

     

    Advanced Sports Medicine 

    Grades 11, 12

    Students must apply for acceptance into this advanced yearlong program. This advanced course allows students who have completed Sports Med I and II an opportunity to apply the foundational concepts in anatomy and physiology and integrate hands-on training in the specialized fields of sports medicine, physical therapy, and fitness instruction. Students will be required to think critically, draw conclusions, investigate, and formulate a plan of action to determine a proper course of care and return the athlete safely to his or her activity. With teacher permission and approval students will also be permitted to attend school sanctioned sporting events and assist with on field care as needed.