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The Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) Program is a professional post-baccalaureate program for non-McKendree students who want to enter the profession of athletic training. Students enter the program as a cohort. The 54-hour curriculum is rigorous and challenging combining the 8th edition of the practice analysis by the Board of Certification (BOC), National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Executive Council for Education (ECE), and the curriculum standards required of the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). The two-year program extends over six semesters in a sequential order involving two 8-week summer sessions and four 16-week sessions.
Application • A U.S. bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent from a college or university of recognized standing • Official Transcripts • EssayThree recommendation forms completed by professors who can comment on your qualifications for graduate studyTechnical standards formA grade of C or higher in the following prerequisite courses: Human Nutrition - 3 hours, Introduction to Psychology - 3 hours, Health and Wellness – 2-3 hours, General Biology or Principles of Biology (with lab) – 4 hours, College Chemistry (No lab required) – 3-4 hours, General Physics I or II (with lab) – 4 hours, Anatomy and Physiology I and II (with lab) – 8-10 hours, Medical Terminology – 3 hours, Kinesiology – 3 hours, Exercise Physiology – 3 hours, Statistics – 3-4 hours, Principles of Athletic Training (must include taping competencies) – 3-4 hoursAthletic TrainerSports Medicine SpecialistRehabilitation CoordinatorStrength and Conditioning CoachExercise PhysiologistPhysical Therapy AssistantOccupational Therapy AssistantKinesiologist
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