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HEALTH SCIENCES
Sports Medicine
Do you love sports and
helping people? Check out
the KEC Sports Medicine
program.
Typical Jobs
• Athletic Trainer
• Physical Therapist
• Personal Trainer
• Doctor
• Nurse
How do I know if
What is Sports Medicine is
for me?
Sports Medicine? •
Sports Medicine is a branch of medicine • Effective communication skills
Injury diagnosis
that deals with physical fitness and the •
treatment and prevention of injuries Organization skills for patient plans
related to sports and exercise. Although
most sports teams have employed team
physicians for many years, it is only since
the late 20th century that sports
medicine has emerged as a distinct
field of health care.
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