Education:
B.S., Lake Superior State University
M.A., Central Michigan University
Ph.D., University of Kentucky
Research Interests: How the sensory systems (visual, vestibular, and somatosensory) are affected following a concussion and how these impairments affect upright balance. A secondary line of injury is focused around educational declines following concussion in sport.
Courses Taught:
Undergraduate: Therapeutic Modalities, Therapeutic Medications & Health Conditions, BOC Preparation.
Graduate: Pathology & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries: Lower Extremity, Pathology & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries: Upper Extremity Evaluation
Education
B.A., Anderson University
M.Ed., University of Toledo
M.S., University of Toledo
Ph.D., Lynn University
Certifications
State Licensed Athletic Trainer – Ohio Occupational, Physical Therapy, & Athletic Training Board
Certified Athletic Trainer – NATA Board of Certification, Inc.
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist – National Strength & Conditioning Association
Corrective Exercise Specialist – National Academy of Sports Medicine
Research Interests:
Leadership Competencies
Novice and Expert Behaviors
Contextual Intelligence
Clinical Education in Athletic Training
Performance Enhancement Techniques
Courses Taught: Undergraduate: Recreational Leadership; Professional Trends & Issues in Athletic Training; Introduction to Clinical Education in Athletic Training; Clinical Experience in Athletic Training II; Pathology & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries: Lower Extremity; Clinical Experience in Athletic Training IV; Leadership & Management in Allied Health Care; Therapeutic Exercise
Education
B.S., Bowling Green State University
M.Ed., The Citadel
Research Interests: Relationships between Emergency Medical Personnel and High School Athletic Trainers
Attitudes of administrators in regards to employment of Certified Athletic Trainers in the secondary school setting
Courses Taught: Undergraduate: Athletic Training Clinic Management; Evaluation & Pathology of Athletic Injuries: Upper Extremity; AT/CM Practicum; Therapeutic Athletic Exercise; Therapeutic Athletic Training Modalities; Internship Supervisor; Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, First Aid, and Safety
