Athletic Training, M.S.
Program Description
The Master of Science Athletic Training program at Kean University will prepare students to become Athletic Trainers who collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to deliver quality healthcare in various employment settings, such as high schools, colleges, professional sports, industrial, military and performing arts.
The curriculum is structured to provide students with the science of Athletic Training focused on patient-centered injury and illness prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care, which will be delivered over 24 consecutive months (6 semesters). Early incorporation of observation, simulation activities, and patient interactions enables students to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom and prepare them for the clinical portion of the program. Students will spend four semesters in a clinical experience under the supervision of a practicing certified athletic trainer/s (preceptor/s). The final semester students will spend time in a full time supervised clinical experience under the supervision of a practicing certified athletic trainer/s (preceptor/s).
Admissions Requirements
- All applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university. (Official copies of all post-secondary transcripts- including transcripts that reflect transfer credit)
- Have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
- First Aid and Professional Rescuer CPR certification or equivalent
- Completed Athletic Training Experience Form required at time of application. (Evidence of 50 observational hours from a least two different Athletic Training settings with verification from two different Certified Athletic Trainers. Submit Rating form for AT Observation Hours) Rating Form for AT Observation Hours.pdf
- Submit a statement of personal and professional goals (minimum one full page, double spaced, typed).
- 2 letters of recommendation (One must be from a Certified Athletic Trainer with whom observation hours were completed and one must be from a Professor who can comment on academic performance).
- Professional Resume/CV
- Interviews will be granted to those individuals who exceed criteria. Being granted an interview with the Admissions Committee does not guarantee admission to the Athletic Training Program. (The interview should demonstrate the student's understanding of profession, career goals, and general verbal communication skills)
Prerequisites
Successfully complete the following prerequisite courses with a grade of C or better: (P/F grades will not be considered)
- Human Anatomy (3-4 credits with lab. When anatomy and physiology are taken as a combined course, two semesters are necessary to meet this requirement)
- Human Physiology (3-4 credits with lab. When anatomy and physiology are taken as a combined course, two semesters are necessary to meet this requirement)
- Chemistry w/Lab (3-4 credits)
- Physics w/Lab (3-4 credits)
- Biology w/Lab (3-4 credits
- Exercise Science or Exercise Physiology w/Lab (3-4 credits)
- Statistics
- Kinesiology or Biomechanics
- Psychology
(Prerequisites are not required to have been taken while an undergraduate. The courses may be completed at a local community college or any accredited institution of higher learning.)
Degree Requirements
Required Courses 58
| AT 5000 | INTRODUCTION EVALUATION & MANAGEMENT OF ORTHOPEDIC INJURIES/LAB | 3 |
| AT 5001 | ORGANIZATION & ADMINISTRATION OF ATHLETIC TRAINING | 2 |
| AT 5002 | FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY | 2 |
| AT 5003 | ORTHOPEDIC LOWER EXTREMITY ASSESSMENT & LAB | 3 |
| AT 5004 | THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION I & LAB | 3 |
| AT 5005 | PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF SPORT AND REHABILITATION | 2 |
| AT 5006 | ORTHOPEDIC UPPER EXTREMITY ASSESSMENT & LAB | 3 |
| AT 5007 | THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION II/LAB | 3 |
| AT 5008 | SPORT NUTRITION | 2 |
| AT 5009 | RISK MANAGEMENT LAB | 3 |
| AT 5010 | ORTHOPEDIC SPINAL ASSESSMENT & LAB | 3 |
| AT 5011 | RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT IN ATHLETIC TRAINING | 1 |
| AT 5012 | ORTHOPEDIC CASTING AND SPLINTING | 2 |
| AT 5013 | GENERAL MEDICINE & LAB | 3 |
| AT 5014 | PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN ATHLETIC TRAINING | 2 |
| AT 5015 | PHARMACOLOGY | 2 |
| AT 5016 | BOARD OF CERTIFICATION REVIEW | 1 |
| AT 5017 | AT CLINICAL EXPERIENCE I | 3 |
| AT 5018 | AT CLINICAL EXPERIENCE II | 3 |
| AT 5019 | AT CLINICAL EXPERIENCE III | 3 |
| AT 5020 | AT CLINICAL IMMERSION | 9 |
Total Credit Hours: 58