HAL 205: Introduction to Athletic Training

Introduction to the health care profession of Athletic Training. Explores the global historical development of the profession and the concept of the sports medicine team, as well as medical terminology. Students are required to complete a 50 hour clinical observation. Open to west campus students with permission of department. G/P/NC grading option is not available.

SBC:     CER, GLO

3 credits

HAL 210: Emergency Care of Athletic Injuries

Recognition and management of medical emergencies with emphasis on those conditions that are most commonly suffered by athletes. Successful completion of the course leads to Health Care Provider Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation(CPR), and Standard First Aid certification by the Emergency Care and Safety Institute. Open to west campus students. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Open to west campus students with permission of department. G/P/NC grading option is not available.

Advisory Prerequisite: HAL 205

SBC:     CER

3 credits

HAL 375: Supplement Use for Sport Performance

Course introduces the use of supplements in sport from a sports medicine and athletic training perspective. Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using dietary supplements. Presents scientific research on recommended dosage and potential side effects. Both competitive and recreational athletes' needs and concerns are addressed. Upon completion of course, students should be able to evaluate and make recommendations about dietary supplements. Open to west campus students. G/P/NC grading option is not available. Prerequisite: Completion of Any Undergraduate Biology Course or Equivalent

Prerequisite: Completion of Any Undergraduate Biology Course or Equivalent

2 credits

HAL 376: Introduction to Nutrition

Introduces students to fundamentals of nutritional science and food systems. Reviews dietary sources and functions of macro and micronutrients and the basic of their metabolism and impact on energy balance and common health problems. Explores types of food systems, including production, transformation, distribution, access and consumption and Explores the impact on the environment and human health. Discusses contemporary issues and controversies such as eating disorders, diet trends and sports nutrition. Open to west campus students. G/P/NC grading option is not available.

3 credits