Master of Science in Athletic Training
Study theory and practice skills necessary to grow your career as a vital member of a patient's medical team.
Become a certified athletic trainer and collaborate alongside medical professionals to keep patients healthy.
Through our MSAT curriculum, you'll combine rigorous academic study with supervised clinical practice in a variety of areas to gain the skills you need for a lifelong career as a healthcare professional.
CAATE Accredited
The Athletic Training Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CaATe), 6850 Austin Center Blvd., Suite 100, Austin, TX 78731-3184, (512.733.9700).
Areas of Study
Integrated Concurrent 5-year MSAT
Earn Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Master of Science in Athletic Training degrees in just five years through this unique program. Students will enroll in our Exercise Science Pre-Athletic Training curriculum and begin completing the pre-requisite courses necessary to apply to the MSAT program, which they’ll apply to junior year. We offer clinical experiences for students in their specific areas of interest, help prepare them for the Board of Certification Exam for Athletic Training as well as within the health-fitness and strength and conditioning fields, and offer guidance on professional and career-related planning all along the way.
Professional Master of Science in Athletic Training Program
Receive direct entry to complete the Athletic Training Program and be eligible to sit for the Board of Certification Exam within this two-year program. During your Senior Year of college, you can apply for admission into the MSAT Program.
Meet the Department
Joseph Shaffer
Assistant Professor of Athletic Training, Assistant Athletic Trainer and Program Director of Athletic Training and Exercise Science
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Erin Leaver
Interim Head Athletic Trainer
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Andrew Palko
Assistant Professor of Athletic Training Clinical Education Coordinator
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View the Academic Catalog to further explore the curriculum.
Program Quick Facts
| UPCOMING START DATE | August 24, 2020 |
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| ESTIMATED PROGRAM LENGTH | 2 years |
| CREDIT HOURS | 56 |
| COURSE LENGTH | 16 weeks |
| DELIVERY METHODS | On-site and Blended |
| COST PER CREDIT | $670 |
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| STUDENT HANDBOOK | Download the Student Handbook |
| TECHNICAL STANDARDS DOCUMENT | Download the Technical Standards Document |
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