Mission

Our mission of the Simpson College Athletic Training Education Program is a commitment to the values associated with becoming a certified athletic trainer through a didactic and versatile clinical experience.  The integration of both approaches will provide students with the necessary knowledge to contribute positively to society and perform as a competent, reliable healthcare provider.  We strive to use innovative teaching techniques and procedures as well as utilize skills through clinical experiences as it pertains to the domains of athletic training.  We desire to establish a solid foundation of health knowledge that applies to both physical and mental well-being that leads to healthier quality of life.

Vision

Our vision is to develop a high quality athletic training program through the formats of athletic training and a liberal arts education.  Combined, both formats allow our students to receive a well-rounded education to succeed and make a posititve contribution to today's society.  We are committed to providing the best possible health care to our student-athletes, while employing athletic training skills that are needed to successfully complete the NATABOC exam.  We are equally dedicated to become a CAAHEP accredited athletic training education program and provide a model for other instutitions.

Program Goals

1. To prepare students to pass the NATABOC Certification Exam.

2. Educate our students in accordance with the Simpson College and Athletic Training Education Program mission statements.

3. Educate our students of the NATA Educational Competencies and Clinical Proficiencies associated with the Domains of Athletic Training.

4. To produce high quality athletic trainers for entry-level employment in educational, clinical, and professional settings.

5. To promote professional and ethical conduct at all times. To promote professional behavior and ethical conduct at all times in accordance with the NATA Code of Ethics, Simpson College, Athletic Department, and the Athletic Training Education Program.

6. To provide students the opportunity to develop their athletic training skills and enhance their communication abilities through classroom instruction and a variety of clinical settings. 

7. To continually update curricular offerings and clinical experiences to provide students the current knowledge and techniques in the field of Athletic Training.

8. To provide high quality instruction in the classroom and clinical settings by effectively challenging our students to evoke critical thinking through a sound, systematic decision-making approach.

9. To promote the concept of establishing professional contact by attending professional and student meetings. 

10. To foster an appreciation of Athletic Training and other allied healthcare professions as a contribution to sports medicine.

11. Administer the highest quality healthcare to Simpson College athletes.

12. Prepare our students to make a positive contribution to society.