KIN 197 - Prevention and Treatment of Athletic Injuries

    Recent Professors
    NRankin@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    35–45 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of KIN 197
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course introduces the most salient concepts of athletic training, including the instruction for prevention, recognition, management, and treatment of common injuries in a physically active population. The skills of basic strapping, bracing, padding, and taping for the prevention and management of injuries are presented and practiced. The course is recommended for students interested in becoming a certified athletic trainer, physical therapist, or occupational therapist.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 8:00am–9:25am