Health Science Academy: Sports Medicine

Explore Health Careers with the Sports Medicine Program

The Sports Medicine program at Gulf Shores High School offers students a progressive pathway to explore healthcare professions focused on athletic training and injury prevention. Building on the prerequisite Foundations of Health Science course, students can enroll in two advanced classes:

• Fundamentals of Sports Medicine: Students gain foundational knowledge about healthcare professions and develop hands-on skills essential for athletic trainers. This course introduces the basics of injury care and prevention in sports settings.

• Sports Medicine Intermediate: This class takes a deeper dive into human anatomy, focusing on the musculoskeletal system. Students learn how injuries occur and the science behind treating and rehabilitating athletes.

Through these courses, students build essential skills and knowledge that prepare them for careers in sports medicine, physical therapy, athletic training, and related fields.