The Master of Science in Athletic Training (M.S. in A.T.) major is built around 60 credit hours of required coursework to satisfy the eligibility requirements for the students to sit for the Board of Certification examination.
Major Research Areas:
Athletic Training, Rehabilitation, Biomechanics, Prevention of Sudden Death in Athletics
Admission Information
Must meet University Admission and English Proficiency requirements, as well as requirements for admission to the major, listed below.
Meet the technical standards for admission or show potential for accomplished tasks
Three (3) letters of Recommendation
Personal statement in 1000 words or less describe primary career goals, what has most directly influenced your choice to become an Athletic Trainer, your attributes related to the field of Athletic Training and why you should be selected in the Athletic Training major.
Interview (via Skype or on campus) with the Athletic Training faculty and staff
The major is a non-thesis option, but requires successful completion of a capstone exam for each student, that will be completed during the final semester of the program. The exam consists of a comprehensive written exam, a simulated patient interaction, and design/implementation of a treatment plan.
Other Information:
Graduation Requirements - Students will complete all 60 hours of didactic coursework with a minimum GPA of 3.00. Thirteen (13) of these hours will be in Clinical Experience/Clinical Practicum. Students will complete at least 1000 hours of clinical education under an approved Preceptor.
Course Sequence
The following is the scheduled course sequence. Please note that on occasion the sequence may need to be adjusted due to faculty availability, etc. Students will receive confirmation of the course sequence as part of the advising process.