- Silicon Valley Career Technical Education
- Sports Medicine & Kinesiology
Career Technical Education Courses
- Career Technical Education Courses
- Animation
- Auto Body Refinishing
- Auto Body Repair
- Automotive Services
- Construction Technology
- Culinary Arts
- Dental Assisting
- Diesel Technology
- Electrical Maintenance
- Fashion Design & Textile Art
- Film & Video Production
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- Forensic Science
- Heating, Ventilation, And Air Conditioning (HVAC)
- Law Enforcement
- Mechatronics Engineering
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- Metals Technology
- Mobile App Design And Computer Coding
- Pharmacy Technician
- Sports Medicine & Kinesiology
- Veterinary Science
SPORTS MEDICINE & KINESIOLOGY
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Students acquire skills related to anatomy and physiology, nutrition, fitness and exercise, taping procedures, vital signs, training room management, injury treatment and training, patient care, and biometrics of movement. The class focuses on academic, technical skills, and employability practices. Students will develop personal and professional skills in the classroom that will transfer to the workplace:
- Physically active class
- Collaboration with other classes on campus
- Team and group work
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Assessment of vital signs
- Nutrition
- Sports Medicine Clinic/Facility Management
- Fundamentals of fitness and exercise
- Taping procedures
- Biomechanics
- Research methods
- Exercise physiology
- Patient confidentiality & ethics
- Decision making skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Develop good communication skills with a variety of people including, physicians, patients, athletes, coaches and parents
Class Benefits
- 20-30 high school credits earned for the year
- UC “d” course approval
- May be eligible for articulated college credits at local community college with an A or B grade
Certifications Earned Within the Class
- Adult, Child and Infant CPR and AED Certification
- Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Certification
Job Opportunities Upon Completion
- Physical Therapist Aide
- Occupational Therapist Aide
- Fitness Instructor (with prior instructing experience)
- Front Desk Gym or Sports Club
About the Instructor
The Sports Medicine & Kinesiology program is taught by Maggie Kasberger.