Because of the practical experiences provided by É«×ۺϾþÒs Athletic Training program, I have arrived at PT school exceptionally well prepared
What interested you in studying Athletic Training at É«×ۺϾþà College?
“I chose to study Athletic Training at É«×ۺϾþà over other degrees that could have led me to a professional program after graduation because I felt that the hands-on education provided by the AT program was important. Not only does the program cover the necessary theory and background science necessary to succeed in a professional program, but AT at É«×ۺϾþà also provides students with the opportunity to learn and develop the soft skills that can only come from experience in real clinical settings”
When asked about advice he has for current students, Tomes advised students to capitalize on the many opportunities they have while at É«×ۺϾþÃ. The clinical placements and research experiences Tomes had had at É«×ۺϾþà allowed him to confidently move forward in his education and practice.
“Everything from the nuances of electrical stimulation therapy to interacting with a patient for the first time were not new skills so much as they are revision and expansion of skills I've already obtained through É«×ۺϾþÔ