WVSMA Test Standard References
Standardized list of textbooks referenced in written exams:
Principles of Athletic Training, Arnheim
Fundamentals of Sports Injury Management
Physical Examination of the Spine and Extremities, Hoppenfeld
Essentials of Athletic Training, Arnheim
Athletic Injuries, Booher
The written and oral tests will incorporate all disciplines / competencies of athletic training according to the
WVSMA frameworks and educational standards. The written portion of the exam will be given at three
(3) different times during the symposium/competition. Each test will have a value of
100 points and will be a mixture of true/false and multiple choices.
Possible Oral-practical testing supplies:
Pen Light
Reflex Hammer
Goniometer
1 1/2” Tape
3”, 2”, 1” Elastikon
Heel-n-Lace Pads
Pre-Wrap
3”, 2”, 1” Single elastic bandages
6” elastic bandages
Crutches
Football Helmet
Football Shoulder Pads
Body Fat Calipers (fat-o-meter)
Tape measure
Tape Scissors
Massage Lotion
Shark Tape Cutters
CPR Manikin
Padding Materials
Splinting Materials
Non-sterile gloves
Blood Clean-up Supplies
Pen and Paper
Adhesive Dots for anatomical landmarks
Blood pressure Cuff
Stethoscope
Two (2) different oral practical exams will be given, each containing 3-5 tasks for the
student to complete. One half of the varsity team will take exam one (1), and the
other half will take exam two (2). The writer of the exam will list the criteria, which
will be reviewed in an O-P Proctor meeting prior to the test, with assigned point
values to allow easy grading by the proctor. Each test will be worth 50 points
possible. The score will be doubled to give a number correct out of 100 points. Each
room’s oral-practical testing team will consist of: An allied Health Care Professional,
Model, and Walker.
Any questions or concerns regarding the exams process, please contact the following Board of
Director:
Matt Brennan- WVSMA Test Committee Chairman………… (360) 629-1324
