Gain an edge in the field
You want a career where you can make a tangible difference in the lives of athletes. We’ll help you gain the expertise and credentials you need to become a certified athletic trainer. Our Master of Science in athletic training degree is a two-year, entry-level residency program. You’ll learn from dedicated faculty who keep their skills sharp to teach you the latest techniques. You’ll also gain real-world experience through 16 weeks of immersive clinical rotations.
Evidence-based skills
Come work with advanced technology, including high-fidelity simulation mannequins, diagnostic ultrasound and the Anatomage Clinical Table. We'll help you build a well-rounded skill set by teaching you soft tissue techniques, movement assessments and clinical applications like suturing and oxygen delivery.
Applying to the athletic training master's program
Requirements for admission
To be eligible for consideration into the program, you must:
- meet the SFA Graduate School requirements
- achieve an undergraduate 2.8 GPA or higher overall
- or a 3.25 GPA in the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework
- and be one of the following:
- in your final year of undergraduate work
- holding a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- or have 95 or more semester hours of undergraduate work at SFA and be approved as an overlap student.
Ready to complete your application?
- Apply to the Graduate School.
- Prepare the following materials for program application:
- Experience: Provide evidence of at least 50 hours of observation or student athletic training experience supervised by a national- or state-credentialed athletic trainer.
- Coursework: Complete any required leveling coursework with a grade of C or better.
- Certification: Possess a copy of your current First Aid/CPR/AED certification (even if it is expired).
- Submit the program application through ATCAS portal.
- Medical documentation: You'll need to complete a medical history form, a physical examination by a physician, and show proof of current immunizations (Tetanus, Hepatitis B, MMR, DTa, and Varicella).
- Technical standards: Sign and submit the technical standards forms, which require endorsement by a physician.
- Interview: Complete the required online interview as part of the departmental review process.
When do applications close?
Admission is rolling and open Aug. 1. Acceptance is based on meeting application criterion score and will continue until all 16 cohort seats are filled.
See curriculum
RequirementsAre courses face-to-face?
Yes.
What is the program format?
16-seat cohort model.
What time of year does the program start?
Summer II term.
Is this program accredited?
Yes, by the CAATE.
Will I be prepared for my certification exam?
Yes, upon graduation you'll have the academic requirements needed.
Questions?
Get in touch! We're here to help.
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