UMaine’s ATP is designed to provide a thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology, health and other academic subjects necessary for effective prevention, recognition, evaluation, and management of injuries and illnesses.  Students work directly with UMaine and the community Athletic Trainers and Health Care Providers once admitted into the program.  With a wide variety of Clinical Experiences, Athletic Training Students are exposed to athletic training at the high school level, college and university levels, at private practices, and in local hospitals and health care facilities.  Hands-on learning begins as early as the second year of college for these students.