Sports Exercise Therapy

Sports Exercise Therapy The Sports Exercise Therapy program gives students hands-on experience in fitness, athletic training, sports medicine, exercise science, and rehabilitation. Graduates are prepared for careers as physical therapy aides, certified personal trainers, or OHSAA officials - or may choose to continue their education in athletic training, exercise science, physical therapy, or occupational therapy.

Students will learn to:

Use professional equipment and the newest techniques to gain hands-on skills in injury prevention and rehabilitation
Assess an individual's overall health, fitness, and nutrition status to develop a personal improvement plan
Explore a wide range of sports medicine and fitness careers through practical lab experiences
Learn physical therapy, injury recognition, and sports-specific exercises to train the physically active
Help people live healthier lives through exercise, rehabilitation, and nutrition

Students will also learn the following skills:

Measure pulse and blood pressure
Resistance Training
Stretching Techniques
Nutrition Management
Goniometer Measurements
Splinting/Taping Injuries
Fitness Assessments

POTENTIAL CAREERS
Physical Therapy
Certified Trainer

Occupational Therapy

Exercise Science

Athletic Trainer

Sports Medicine

Biomechanics

Kinesiology
Chiropractor

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS

AHA: CPR /First Aid

NASM: Personal Training Certification
ICRA Training
OSHA 10 hour General Industry (Healthcare)
OHSAA: Official Training

NHA: EKG Certification
Stop The Bleed

CAREER TECHNICAL ORGANIZATION
HOSA -- Health Occupations Students of America

COLLEGE CREDIT OPTIONS

While attending Vantage Career Center, Vantage students have the opportunity to participate in college credit plus courses. Contact Student Services for more information.

CAREER ADVANCED PLACEMENT

Career Pathways

A Career Pathway is a collective look at education, training, wage, and outlook information for related occupations. The Vantage Sports Exercise Therapy program can be part of the Career Pathways listed below. Whether a student is interested in going to college, getting a certificate, or working right after high school, career pathways can be customized for any ambition or plan.

Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors

Health Science