Durham School of the Arts – Sports Medicine Practicum (Sports Medicine III) \

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

High School Course Guide 2025-2026 The purpose of this course is to provide students with an understanding of athletic training from both a theoretical and practical viewpoint. Topics include upper/lower extremity injuries, head/facial injuries, spinal injuries, and abdominal injuries. Students will continue to learn how to prevent and manage injuries, including recognizing specific injuries and learning how to treat and rehabilitate them. Students will also learn how to organize and administer athletic programs, including understanding how to educate and counsel athletes. Students help design and implement health care programs for sports injuries. Practical experience hours after school may be required.