Athletic Trainer Certification Course
Intake : October 2026
Organised by
Department of Orthopaedics & Traumatology,
Faculty of Medicine,
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Course Objectives
This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive education and practical training in the field of athletic training. Upon completion of the course, students are expected to gain the following learning outcome:
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Provide standard immediate and emergency care procedures to patients and clients
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Gain the knowledge and skills to recognise the risks associated with the injury and implement an appropriate plan to minimise risks
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Possess the requisite knowledge and skills to identify and assess an individual's condition, enabling to determine the most suitable course of management
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Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to facilitate the recovery of function, return to physical activity, and high levels of performance through a clinically reasoned approach
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Possess the skills necessary to develop, administer, and manage a healthcare facility and associated venues that provide healthcare services
Course Overview
Teaching Format
Lectures (Face-to-face and online)
Medium of Instructions
English supplemented with Cantonese
Class Size
Maximum of 30
Admission Requirement
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Associate member of Hong Kong Athletic Trainers' Association
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Graduates from QF level 5 or above programmes with core teaching elements (fully/partially) matched *
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Valid first-aid and AED certificate issued by**
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Hong Kong Red Cross
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Hong Kong St. John Ambulance
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Class Venue
Classes are held in Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, occasionally in CUHK Intelligent Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Centre at Shek Mun
Tuition Fee
Regular Rate :HK$5,200
Early- Bird Rate : HK$4,600 (application on or before 11 September 2026)
Partial Rate: HK$2,000 (2 days course)^
*Application deadline is on 23 September 2026*
Graduation Requirement
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Fulfil 100% attendance requirement
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Obtain a pass in the Certification Examination
^ Subject but not limited to Graduates from
1) MSc in Sports Medicine and Health Science - CUHK (TDP and AT streams )
2) Professional Diploma in Athletic Training - CUHK
3) BSocSc in Sports Recreation Management - THEi (Specialization in Sports Therapy)
These students are eligible for applying partial (2 days) course
* Teaching elements
1) Prevention and Wellness : Fitness Training, Sports Injury Prevention & Handling , Nutrition & Healthy Lifestyle
2) Urgent and Emergent Care & Intervention : Therapeutic Intervention, Emergency Medical Care
3) Behavioural Health & Sports Management : Sports Psychology & Mental Health, Healthcare Administration, Sports Safety & Management
** For students who do not hold a valid first - aid and AED certificate , they are required to enrol in a first-aid and AED certificate course upon admission
Covered Areas
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Professional Responsibility and Development
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Injury/Illness Prevention and Wellness Protection
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Non- communicable disease
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Psychosocial Intervention
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Clinical Evaluation
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Surface Anatomy and Basic Anatomy
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Immediate and Emergency Care
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Injury Management and Rehabilitation
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Taping
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Therapeutic Exercise
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Doping
Course Intake
Face to Face Class Time and Duration:
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10 October 2026 (Saturday) 10:00am - 4:00pm
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11 October 2026 (Sunday) 9:00am - 12:00noon
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18 October 2026 (Sunday) 9:00am - 1:00pm
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25 October 2026 (Sunday) 9:00am - 12:30noon
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1 November 2026 (Sunday) 9:00am - 5:00pm
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8 November 2026 (Sunday) 9:00am - 5:00pm
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15 November 2026 (Sunday) 9:00am - 1:00pm
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21 November 2026 (Saturday) 9:00am - 1:00pm
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28 November 2026 (Saturday) 9:00am - 1:00pm
Zoom Class :
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15 October 2026 (Thursday) 7:00pm - 9:30pm
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20 October 2026 (Tuesday) 7:00pm - 9:30pm
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22 October 2026 (Thursday) 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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2 November 2026 (Monday) 7:00pm - 9:00pm
For partial course :
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10 October 2026 (Saturday) 10:00am - 4:00pm
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11 October 2026 (Sunday) 9:00am - 12:00noon
Examination
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11 December 2026 (Friday) 7:00pm - 9:30pm
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13 December 2026 (Sunday) 9:00am - 6:00pm
Application Procedure
To secure your application, please complete the online application form and submit the following documents:
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Official transcripts of University Degree
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Copy of University certificate of graduation
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Copy of HKID/Passport
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Copy of a valid first-aid and AED certificate
Further notification on payment will be made after the submitted document has been reviewed.
