Current

Intermediate

Sports Medicine and Athletic Training

Coursera · University of Michigan · Updated March 2026

Platform rating

4.6/5

Champ rating

8.6/10

Duration

6 weeks, 4 hours/week

Classes

32

Gain practical, patient-centered training through this industry-aligned course. Sports medicine covering injury prevention, acute injury management, rehabilitation exercises, taping and bracing, concussion protocols, and return-to-play guidelines. You'll work through real-world case studies, clinical simulations, and assessment-ready practice modules designed to build confidence from day one.

What you'll get

Assess and manage common sports injuries

Apply taping, bracing, and rehabilitation techniques

Implement concussion protocols and return-to-play decisions

Coach proper exercise form and technique for injury prevention and maximum results

Develop cardiovascular training programs using heart rate zones and periodization

Course Curriculum

7 chapters

Fit

Best for

Nurses

Healthcare Aides

Fitness Trainers

Counselors

Not ideal for

Learners seeking only entry-level overviews

Prerequisites & pricing

Prerequisites

Basic anatomy knowledge

Pricing

$49/month

Certification

Certificate

Sports Medicine

Athletic Training

Injury Prevention

Rehabilitation

Taping

Body Composition

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