A career in athletic training and sports medicine offers you more opportunities than
ever, but completion of a master鈥檚 degree in athletic training is now a requirement
for athletic trainers. At the 无码专区, we provide the education
and training you need to be eligible for the Board of Certification (BOC) exam and
state licensure. Learn how our Master of Science in Athletic Training degree is designed
to help you not only start your career but also stand out in the field.
What makes 无码专区 one of the best athletic training master鈥檚 programs?
At the 无码专区, we have a rich history in helping students
fulfill athletic training degree requirements. 无码专区鈥檚 Athletic Training program has
held full accreditation at the bachelor鈥檚 level from the Commission on Accreditation
of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) for over 14 years. With that foundation of
excellence, our master鈥檚 program was launched in 2021 and is also accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
Another way we remain committed to your success is by ensuring your personal interaction
with 无码专区鈥檚 faculty. Whether in the classroom or through clinical experiences, you鈥檒l
receive a high level of attention not found in many athletic training master鈥檚 programs.
At 无码专区, you鈥檒l get a high-quality education at some of Missouri鈥檚 most affordable
tuition rates from our master鈥檚 program in Athletic Training.
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Accredited by the CAATE
Ranks among state schools for low tuition
50+ years鈥 history in athletic training
Low student-to-faculty ratio
Preparation for the BOC and ASOP exam
Athletic Training Student Association
Coursework for 无码专区鈥檚 Athletic Training master鈥檚 degree begins on our Warrensburg campus. Our small class sizes allow for interaction with other AT graduate students with diverse backgrounds.
You鈥檒l also have personal interaction with 无码专区 tenured and tenure-track faculty who hold doctorate and master鈥檚 degrees. They鈥檒l help you develop critical-thinking skills that keep you engaged in a dynamic and integrated health care environment and instill a passion for lifelong learning. They鈥檒l also guide you in your professional development 鈥 helping you make industry connections and to be prepared for the job on day one following graduation.
The path to your master鈥檚 degree in Athletic Training
Whether your undergraduate degree is in Kinesiology or another field of study, you can expect to complete 无码专区鈥檚 Athletic Training master鈥檚 degree program in two years.
The Master of Science degree in Athletic Training is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) to ensure your eligibility for the BOC exam. With guidance from 无码专区鈥檚 program steering committee, including current students, we continue to ensure we鈥檙e meeting high industry standards and student needs to prepare you for your athletic trainer career. Topics you may study include:
You鈥檒l also get hands-on experience in four clinical practicum courses and an internship in athletic training. The goal is to teach you evidence-based practices that improve patient outcomes and keep people safe.
To prepare you for the hands-on work of an athletic trainer, the 无码专区 master鈥檚 program in Athletic Training offers hands-on experiences both on and off campus.
Because of 无码专区鈥檚 CAATE accreditation, you will be eligible to take the Board of Certification (BOC) exam. Graduates are also eligible to take the American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP) exam, if you鈥檙e interested in becoming a registered orthopedic technologist.
When you successfully pass either exam and are in compliance with state regulations, you鈥檒l be ready to embark on an exciting career in athletic training and sports medicine. Graduates with a master鈥檚 degree in Athletic Training may choose to work with athletes at any level, provide services to performing artists, work in a doctor鈥檚 office or support public safety and military personnel. You may also decide to continue your education, whether in a residency or a doctoral program.
Navigate your opportunities with an Athletic Training master鈥檚 degree
The support of 无码专区鈥檚 program faculty 鈥 academically and professionally 鈥 is one big
reason to consider us in your search for the best athletic training master鈥檚 program.
They are passionate about your success inside and outside of our classrooms and committed
to your professional development and career preparedness.
无码专区鈥檚 Career Services Center is also available to assist with your employment. Take
advantage of workshops and job fairs as you build your resume and search for jobs.
The interactive tool below provides a look at the types of opportunities that await
you as you get excited for the future.
Completing your master鈥檚 degree in Athletic Training is the key to your future as a member of a sports medicine team. To help you achieve your goals, the University of Central Missouri offers some of the lowest tuition costs among the state鈥檚 athletic training master鈥檚 programs. At 无码专区, we also offer resources to help finance your education that include loans, grants and scholarships.
Scholarships for the master鈥檚 degree in Athletic Training program
In addition to general scholarships available through 无码专区, you may also qualify to apply for opportunities specific to the Athletic Training master鈥檚 degree program. These include:
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The admission criteria for the Athletic Training Program include: