Overview

The Sports Medicine Program consists of two academic classes (Sports Medicine A/B & Athletic Training A/B). In addition to learning CPR/First Aid and the basics of injury assessment, management, and rehabilitation, students are exposed to several other career paths within the healthcare field.

Students also have the opportunity to join the Sports Medicine Club, which is directed by Mr. Bautista. Students in the club assist Mr. Bautista or an Athletic Trainer on site with providing on-field sports coverage for all home practices and athletic events. The Sports Medicine Club is open to students from Garfield High School.

The goal of the club is to provide students from Garfield High School who are interested in pursuing a career in the medical field with knowledge and experience in the sports medicine setting. Students will learn a variety of information, including but not limited to basic first aid, CPR, taping techniques, orthopedic injuries and assessment, and various general medical conditions. They will work with and learn not only from Mr. Bautista, but multiple other Health Care Professionals on site of sports events such as Athletic Trainers,Sports Medicine Physicians, Sports Chiropractors, EMTs and etc.