UCF Athletic Training Program

08/28/2025

Get the lifesaving basics down first. "I always tell my students that these are skills that they should practice not until they get it right, but until they cannot get it wrong." — Clinical Professor Carlos Gual.

🎥 Inside Acute Care in Athletic Training Practice 1.

08/26/2025

The Institute of Exercise Physiology and Rehabilitation Science's Research Seminar Series is back this fall! 💪 We're kicking it off with a presentation from Professor Jose Antonio from Nova Southeastern University on Friday, September 5th at 11:30 a.m.!

He'll present "Lies, Fries, Chicken Thighs -- and the Silly Stuff People Still Believe About Supplements" in room TA130. Dive into the world of nutrition myths as he debunks much of the nonsense about protein, supplements, and the foods that we eat! Can't make it in person? Find the link to join virtually here ➡ https://events.ucf.edu/event/3909072/research-seminar-dr-jose-antonio-nova-southeastern-university/

08/15/2025

🎉 Start your fall semester with a splash! Join us for the UCF CHPS First Day Duck Drop! 🦆 Swing by the Health Sciences I atrium at 1 PM on Monday, August 18 to spin the wheel for your chance to win our 2025 CHPS First Day Duck, the exclusive new Dean Duck, or other CHPS swag (students only)!

Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram to snag yours *while supplies last!* See you there! 🖤💛

08/13/2025

Calling all UCF CHPS Knights!

The College of Health Professions and Sciences Alumni Council is now accepting applications! If you’re passionate about supporting your college, fostering community, and making a meaningful impact, this is your chance to get involved.

As a council member, you’ll serve as an advocate, ambassador, and connector, strengthening relationships among alumni, students, faculty and staff. Collaborate with fellow Knights, gain insights from other divisions, and contribute to the success of your college.

Apply by August 21 to join this dedicated group of alumni advancing the mission of UCF Alumni.

To learn more and apply, visit https://ucfalumni.com/collegevolunteer/.

08/04/2025

READY & RESPONSIVE. 💪MAT students are getting hands-on training in spineboarding techniques, a vital part of emergency care on the field and the court that can become even more complex with added sports equipment, like helmets.
Why it matters:
🧠 Helps prevent further injury to the spine
⏱️ Ensures safe and efficient athlete transport
📏 Maintains proper spinal alignment and airway support

07/30/2025

07/28/2025

EVERY SECOND COUNTS! Our athletic training students are stepping up and putting their skills to the test as they practice responding to breathing emergencies. From recognizing symptoms to taking swift action, they’re preparing to be first responders on and off the field. 🏥💪

07/28/2025

🍁Fall is approaching and that means .football 🏈 is ramping up. Two of the MAT program's second year students, Erin Flynn and Angelina Gomez, will be with the football program's excellent athletic trainers to observe and learn from the professionals in the field!

07/19/2025

UCF MAT and UCF DPT teamed up with alumni Jonathan Whittington, Be a Player, and Who We Play For to help provide 2,000 physical exams and ECGs for youth in Central Florida.

07/17/2025

Going to be in Research Park? Swing by the cute new cafe in our Innovative Center for snacks, sandwiches, smoothies, sweet treats + more! 🥪🥐☕

07/15/2025

A penetrating chest wound can potentially lead to a life-threatening condition. Second year Master of Athletic Training student Christina teaches first year students how to apply a chest seal, thereby preventing or alleviating a collapsed lung.