APPENDIX

Preamble

The Code of Ethics of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association has been written to make the membership aware of the principles of ethical behavior that should be followed in the practice of athletic training. The primary goal of the Code is the assurance of high quality health care. The Code presents aspirational standards of behavior that all members should strive to achieve.

The principles cannot be expected to cover all specific situations that may be encountered by the practicing athletic trainer, but should be considered representative of the spirit with which athletic trainers make decisions. The principles are written generally and the circumstances of a situation will determine the interpretation and application of a given principle and of the Code as a whole.

Whenever there is a conflict between the Code and the legality, the laws prevail. The guidelines set forth in this Code are subject to continual review and revision as the athletic training profession develops and changes.

Principle One: Members shall respect the rights, welfare, and dignity of all individuals.

1.1 Members shall not discriminate against any legally protected class.

1.2 Members shall be committed to providing competent care consistent with both the requirements and the limitations of their profession.

1.3.1 Members shall preserve the confidentiality of privileged information and shall not release such information to a third party not involved in the patient’s care unless the person consents to such release or release is permitted or required by law.

Principle Two: Members shall comply with the laws and regulations governing the practice of athletic training.

2.1 Members shall comply with applicable local, state, and federal laws and institutional guidelines.

2.2 Members shall be familiar with and adhere to all National Athletic Trainers’s Association guidelines and ethical standards.

2.3 Members are encouraged to report illegal and unethical practice pertaining to athletic training to the appropriate person or authority.

2.4 Members shall avoid substance abuse and, when necessary, seek rehabilitation for chemical dependency.

Principle Three: Members shall accept responsibility for the exercise of sound judgment.

3.1 Members shall not misrepresent in any manner, either directly or indirectly, their skills, training, professional credentials, identity, or services.

3.2 Members shall provide only those services for which they are qualified via education and/or experience and by pertinent legal regulatory process.

3.3 Members shall provide services, make referrals, and seek compensation only for those services that are necessary.

Principle Four: Members shall maintain and promote high standards in the provision of services.

4.1 Members shall recognize the need for continuing education and participate in various types of educational activities that enhance their skills and knowledge.

4.2 Members who have the responsibility for employing and evaluating the performance of other staff members shall fulfill such responsibility in a fair, considerate, and equitable manner, on the basis of clearly enunciated criteria.

4.3 Members who have the responsibility for evaluating the performance of employees, supervises, or students are encouraged to share evaluations with them and to allow them the opportunity to respond to those evaluations.

4.4 Members shall educate those whom they supervise in the practice of athletic training with regard to the Code of Ethics and encourage their adherence to it.

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4.5 Whenever possible, members are encouraged to participate and support others in the conduct and communication of research and educational activities that may contribute knowledge for improved patient care, patient or student education, and the growth of athletic training as a profession.

4.6 When members are researchers or educators, they are responsible for maintaining and promoting ethical conduct in research and educational activities.

Principle Five: Members shall not engage in any form of conduct that constitutes a conflict of interest or that adversely reflects on the profession.

5.1 The private conduct of the member is a personal matter to the same degree as is any other person’s except when such conduct compromises the fulfillment of professional responsibilities.

5.2 Members of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association and others serving on the Association’s committees or acting as consultants shall not use, directly or by implication, the Association’s name or logo or their affiliation with the Association in the endorsement of products or services.

5.3 Members shall not place financial gain above the welfare of the patient being treated and shall not participated in any arrangement that exploits the patient.

5.4 Members may seek remuneration for their services that is commensurate with their services and in compliance with applicable law.

Carolinian Creed

The community of scholars at the

University of South Carolina is dedicated to personal and academic excellence.

Choosing to join the community obligates each member to a code of civilized behavior.

As a Carolinian...

I will practice

personal and academic integrity;

I will respect

the dignity of all persons;

I will respect

the rights and property of others;

I will discourage

bigotry, while striving to learn from differences in people, ideas and opinions;

I will demonstrate

concern for others, their feelings, and their need for conditions which support their work and development.

Allegiance to these ideals requires each Carolinian to refrain from and discourage behaviors which threaten the freedom and respect every individual deserves

University of South Carolina Athletic Training Education Program

Technical Standards for the Athletic Training Education Program

The Athletic Training Education Program at the University of South Carolina is a rigorous and intense program that places specific requirements and demands on the students enrolled in the program. The technical standards establishes the essential qualities considered necessary for students admitted to this program to achieve the knowledge, skills, and competencies of an entry-level athletic trainer, as well as meet the expectations of the accrediting agency of the athletic training education (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education – CAATE) and state regulations.

The following abilities and skills must be met by all students admitted to the USC athletic training education program. In the event a student is unable to fulfill these technical standards, with or without reasonable accommodations, the student will not be admitted into the program.

1. The mental capacity to assimilate, analyze, synthesize, integrate concepts and problem solve to formulate assessment and therapeutic judgments and to be able to distinguish deviations from the norm.

2. Sufficient postural and neuromuscular control, sensory function, and coordination to perform appropriate physical examinations using accepted techniques; and accurately, and efficiently use equipment and materials during the assessment and treatment of patients.

3. The ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients and colleagues, including individuals from different cultural and social backgrounds; this includes, but is not limited to, the ability to establish rapport with patients and communicate judgments and treatment information effectively. Students must be able to understand and speak the English language at a level consistent with competent professional practice.

4. The ability to record the physical examination results and a treatment plan clearly and accurately.

5. The capacity to maintain composure and continue to function well during periods of high stress.

6. The perseverance, diligence and commitment to complete the athletic training education program as outlined and sequenced.

7. Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing situations and uncertainty in clinical situations.

8. Affective skills and appropriate demeanor and rapport that relate to professional education.

In conjunction with the Office of Disability Services (803) 777-6742, the University of South Carolina will evaluate, on a case-by-case basis, a student's request for reasonable accommodation on the basis of a disability. The University of South Carolina is committed to providing equal access/opportunity for students with disabilities, while at the same time, reserving the right to deny accommodations that compromise clinician/patient safety and/or fundamentally alter the nature of the program. The program will consider requests for reasonable accommodations by any qualified student with a disability.

All technical and academic standards must be met throughout enrollment in the athletic training curriculum. It is the student's responsibility to notify the program director if during enrollment, circumstances occur and he/she cannot meet the technical standards.

Adapted from the National Athletic Trainers' Association

44 3/22/2012 JRS Technical Standards for the Athletic Training Education Program

STUDENT

I certify that I have read and understand the technical standards listed above and I believe to the best of my knowledge that I meet each of these standards without accommodation. I understand that if I am unable to meet these standards I will not be able to be admitted into or continue in the program.

Student’s Printed Name Student’s Signature Date

PHYSICIAN

I have reviewed this form and believe that the applicant can meet these standards WITHOUT accommodation.

Physician’s Printed Name Physician’s Signature Date

Physician’s Phone Number

For students requesting specific accommodations (Only)

I certify that I have read and understand the technical standards of the section listed above and I believe to the best of my knowledge that I can meet each of these standards with certain accommodations. I will contact the Office of Disability Services at the University of South Carolina to determine what accommodations may be available. I understand that if I am unable to meet these standards with or without accommodations, I will not be admitted into or continue in the athletic training education program.

Student’s Printed Name Student’s Signature Date

PHYSICIAN

I have reviewed this form and believe that the applicant can meet these standards with certain accommodations. Please explain below:

Physician’s Printed Name Physician’s Signature Date

Physician’s Phone Number

University of South Carolina Athletic Training Education Program

Application & Selection Process/Requirements

1. Complete the following prerequisite classes with a grade B or higher (or equivalent to a 2.75) by the end of the semester of application:

Course Title Course Number # Credit Hours Semester Offered

Introduction to Athletic Training PEDU 263 3 Fall & Spring

Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries PEDU 266 3 Spring

Athletic Training Lab PEDU 266L 1 Spring

Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy PEDU 275 3 Fall & Spring

First Aid/CPR-Professional Rescuer PEDU 300 3 Fall & Spring

2. Academic Requirements

Maintain a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.75 (on 4.0 scale) 3. Clinical Experiences (Rotations)

Complete prospective student orientation prior to assigned clinical rotations.

Submit Proof of initiation of Hepatitis B Vaccination series prior to assigned clinical rotations.

Attendance at HIV/HBV Lecture or proof of completing blood-borne pathogens quiz prior to clinical rotation.

Minimum of 50 hours of clinical experience under the direct supervision of USC Approved Clinical Instructor (ACI) or Clinical Instructor(CI) Satisfactory clinical experience evaluations by on-campus ACI/CI.

Completion of ALL PEDU 266L & PEDU 300 clinical competencies 4. Documentation

Have three standardized online recommendation forms completed.

Provide proof of current CPR training (Professional Rescuer). (An electronic copy of the front and back of the card is needed. Document should be named under following guidelines: Year, Last Name, First Initial, underscore, CPR i.e. 2010SearsonJ_CPR)

Meet ATEP Technical Standards requirement & have a current physical examination.

Submit proof of membership in a professional organization - South Carolina Athletic Association, SCATSA Club, or National Athletic Trainers Association Submit a COMPLETE ATEP application with Personal Admissions Essay (A Word document (2003 or later) should be submitted to the Clinical

Coordinator. (Document should be named under following guidelines: Year, Last Name, First Initial, underscore, essay i.e. 2010SearsonJ_essay) 5. Meet the Department of Physical Education Professional Point Requirements.

6. Complete Athletic Training Student Orientation (End of Spring Semester).

Selection into the USC ATEP is competitive and satisfaction of the minimum requirement does not guarantee admission. COMPLETE APPLICATION DEADLINE -- NOEXCEPTIONS is NOON on REQUIRED DATE.

After reviewing this material, if you have further questions about the program please contact our office or visit our website for the most up to date information and criteria. (www.ed.sc.edu/PHYSED/athletictraining/index.htm)

Once admitted into ATEP, students must complete required PEDU courses with appropriate grade (C or better) to progress to the next semester of program required courses. In addition, students must maintain a Collegiate GPA of a 2.75 while in the program. If a student has two consecutive semesters of grade point averages below 2.75 and a collegiate GPA average below a 2.75, the student will be suspended from academic programs in the Department of Physical Education. Students will not be assigned an ACI (clinical site) and will not be able to enroll in athletic training courses with assigned competencies without at least a 2.75 Collegiate Summary GPA.

By signing below, I understand and indicate my agreement that I must meet all requirements for professional program as described in the program information available at http://www.ed.sc.edu/PHYSED/athletictraining/index.htm and have received this information in writing. I am aware that failing to meet any of the progression requirements by the deadlines listed will result in my inability to enroll in athletic training major courses. I also understand this will delay my program completion. I understand the criteria for application and acceptance into the Athletic Training Education Program at the University of South Carolina. The requirements and processes have been explained to me and I have had the opportunity to ask questions regarding the process. I also give permission for ATEP faculty to access my University of South Carolina academic records.

Student’s Printed Name Student’s Signature Date

University of South Carolina Athletic Training Education Program Acknowledgement of Risk

Participation in the Athletic Training Education Program is a potentially hazardous/dangerous activity. Serious injuries, including permanent paralysis and even death can occur. Neither the University of South Carolina nor any of its employees assume any responsibility in the event of an accident. In consideration of the below signed Prospective Athletic Training Student being permitted to participate in the above listed program, I/we herby release the above named institution and its employees, together with all persons assisting with any phase of such activities, from all liability and responsibility in connection with such activity. I/We further agree to indemnify and hold harmless said parties from all claims hereafter made and asserted by or on behalf of the below signed Prospective Athletic Training Student, his/her parents, guardian(s), heirs, executors, or assigns.

Date:

Signature, Prospective Athletic Training Student

Name, Prospective Athletic Training Student (Print)

Signature, Parent/Guardian (If student is under 18)

Name, Parent/Guardian (Print)

University of South Carolina Athletic Training Education Program Hepatitis B Immunization

Informed Consent/Refusal

Hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver which may be caused by several viruses, one of which is Hepatitis B.

The Hepatitis B virus has been detected in almost all body fluids and secretions including blood, saliva, semen, vaginal fluid, breast milk, tears and urine of someone infected with Hepatitis B. Although contact with infected blood is the most common way in which the virus is transmitted, it can also pass through cuts, scrapes or breaks in the skin or mucous membrane.

A carrier of Hepatitis B is someone who may or may not show signs of liver disease, but who continues to carry the Hepatitis B virus in the body and, therefore, can transmit to others.

A Hepatitis B virus infection may be mild or more severe. Death is uncommon in the early stages of infection.

Chronic infection develops in 6-10 percent of patients who become carriers. This chronic infection may last for years, possibly for life, and it may lead to cirrhosis and liver cancer.

There is not a treatment or drug available that can kill the Hepatitis B virus. In most cases the body’s own defense mechanism will eliminate the infection. In health care workers, the risk of acquiring Hepatitis B is determined mainly by their degree of exposure to blood.

Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for persons at high risk of contracting Hepatitis B. It will not prevent Hepatitis caused by other agents such as Hepatitis A virus or Hepatitis non A, non B virus.

Hepatitis B Immunization should be withheld in the presence of:

1. Any serious active infection except when a physician believes withholding the vaccine entails a greater risk.

2. Hypersensitivity (allergy) to yeast or any components of the vaccine (alum, thermasola mercury derivative, aluminum hydroxide, formaldehyde).

3. Pregnancy or breast feeding.

4. Severe heart/lung problems

Hepatitis B vaccine is generally well-tolerated. As with any vaccine there is the possibility that broad use of the vaccine could reveal adverse reactions not observed in clinical trials. There may be a local reaction at the injection site such as soreness, pain, tenderness, itchiness, redness, black/blue mark, swelling, and warmth or nodule formation. Other reactions may include low grade fever, fever over 102 degrees (uncommon), general arthralgia or rash neurological disorder.

The vaccine consists of three injections. The first dose is at an elected time, the second dose one month later and the third dose six months after the first dose. Full immunization requires three doses of the vaccine over a six month period to confer immunity. However, the duration of the protective effects of the Hepatitis B Vaccine is presently unknown and the need for boosters is not yet defined.

Students enrolled in the Athletic Training Education Program at the University of South Carolina are

encouraged to obtain their own immunizations prior to the start of their first year in the program. The cost shall be incurred by the student. If a student so desires, he/she may decline by signing the appropriate form and submitting it to the Program Director’s Office with their ATEP application.

Informed Consent/Refusal

48 3/22/2012 JRS I have read the information on this form about the Hepatitis B vaccine and I have had the chance to ask

questions, which were answered to my satisfaction. I believe I understand the benefits and risks of Hepatitis B vaccine and choose to accept the immunization against Hepatitis B. To the best of my knowledge, I do not have any active infections, nor am I pregnant or nursing an infant. Vaccination for Hepatitis B is at the expense of the Athletic Training Student.

Student’s Printed Name Student’s Signature Date

USC Student ID Number Social Security Number

Date Site Lot # Immunized By

1

^st

Dose 2

^nd

Dose 3

^rd

Dose

HbsAB Screening Ordered

HEPATITIS B VACCINE DECLINATION (MANDATORY)

I understand that due to my occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials, I may be at risk of acquiring Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. I have been given the opportunity to be vaccinated with Hepatitis B vaccine at my own expense. However, I decline Hepatitis B vaccination at this time. I understand that by declining this vaccine, I continue to be at risk of acquiring Hepatitis B, a serious disease. If in the future, I continue to have occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious material and want to be vaccinated with Hepatitis B vaccine, I can receive, at my own expense, the vaccination series.

Student’s Printed Name Student’s Signature Date

USC Student ID Number Social Security Number

University of South Carolina Athletic Training Education Program

Student Agreement Statement

Students enrolled in the University of South Carolina Athletic Training Education Program are required to meet certain academic requirements and maintain a high level of professional conduct. The athletic training student handbook serves as a policy and procedure document for the athletic training education program. The handbook is based on accreditation standards, NATA standards for professional practice, and the NATA code of ethics. Each student is expected to abide by these standards. Failure to do so will jeopardize continuation in the program.

I, ___________________________________ have received a copy of the USC athletic training student handbook and agree to abide by the written policies and procedures including:

I, ___________________________________ have received a copy of the USC athletic training student handbook and agree to abide by the written policies and procedures including:

In document Department of Physical Education and Athletic Training Undergraduate Athletic Training Education Program Policy & Procedures Manual (Page 41-51)