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Associate in Science in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training

USA

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What will I learn?

The associate in science degree in sports medicine/athletic training program is a two-year course of study designed for students interested in becoming allied health care professionals such as athletic trainers or physical therapists. It combines academic, laboratory and clinical experience to prepare students for further study or to obtain employment as an entry-level rehabilitation/allied health paraprofessional. Earning this degree may facilitate the student’s transfer to a four-year college and/or professional program. DVC Sports medicine/athletic training students who intend to transfer must consult with a program advisor or counselor to ensure that the requirements for transfer to four-year institutions of their choice are met. Students who intend to transfer are advised to select either General Education Option 2 (IGETC) or Option 3 (CSU GE). General Education Option 1 (DVC General Education) is appropriate for students who do not intend to transfer. Students must complete each course used to meet a major requirement with a “C” grade or higher, maintain an overall GPA of 2.75 or higher and complete general education requirements as listed in the catalog. Certain courses may satisfy both major and general education requirements; however, the units are only counted once.

Students completing the program will be able to...

A. differentiate between a variety of anatomical structures and related terminology.

B. utilize injury evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation and massage techniques.

C. students completing this program will be able to develop a educational and career plan matched to their skills, aptitudes and professional requirements.

Which department am I in?

Science and Health

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
$9,840.00 (8,30,240) per year
Tuition and fees based on 12 units/semester. This fee is for 2023-2024 and it may subject to change for the coming year
Application deadline

Expected July 2025

Start date

January 2025

Venue

Diablo Valley College

Pleasant Hill Campus,

321 Golf Club Road,

PLEASANT HILL,

California,

94523, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Student will qualify for admission with one of the following: a high school diploma, by passing the California Certificate of Proficiency Test or General Education Development Test (GED) or be at least 18 years old and no longer enrolled in high school.

English Proficiency Tests:

  • Internet based TOEFL (IBT) - 61
  • TOEFL (ITP)- 500
  • IELTS - Academic test - 5.5; Minimum band scores of 4.5
  • ITEP Academic - 3.5
  • Duolingo English Test - 95
  • PTE Academic / PTE Academic online - 45
  • CAE - 160
  • *There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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