M.S. Degree in Athletic Training
Required Semester hours
60 sh in Core Courses
Course requirements
Progress and Retention
MSAT students must receive a “C” or better in all required courses. Due to the sequential nature of the curriculum, failure to procure a “C” or better in any course will result in the student’s failure to matriculate. The student will then have to retake that class before continuing the sequence. The student must express their interest in joining the following year’s cohort in writing one-week prior to registration for the semester of re-admittance to the athletic training curriculum.
Students must supply their own transportation for off-campus clinical rotations. Additional expense for athletic training attire and/or equipment. Due to the complexity of the clinical rotation schedule, there is no guarantee that a student-athlete will be able to participate in intercollegiate athletics while taking courses; A criminal background check may be required at student’s expense; Student must adhere to the Athletic Training Student Handbook located on the Athletic Training website; Students may be required to be a student member of NATA; Students must stay up to date with their vaccinations while enrolled in the Athletic Training program; Students must maintain individual health insurance.
EXS 5000 Introduction to Athletic Training Practice (4 sh)
This course will introduce students to athletic training practice through the exploration of the core competencies for healthcare professionals and the educational domains of athletic training. Prerequisite: Formal acceptance to the MSAT program.
EXS 5010 Clinical Skills Lab (4 sh)
This course will introduce students to foundational clinical skills necessary for athletic training practice including but not limited to: patient assessment and select emergency management and preventative techniques.
EXS 5200 Practicum I (4 sh)
A course designed to formally structure an athletic training clinical experience focused on patient/client care (time by arrangement) at an affiliated site under the supervision of a preceptor who is an athletic trainer or physician. This course is supplemented with curricular instruction focused on critical incident management and foundational clinical skills necessary for general practice. Prerequisite: EXS 5000, EXS 5010.
EXS 5210 Practicum II (4 sh)
A course designed to formally structure an athletic training clinical experience (time by arrangement) focused on patient/client care at an affiliated site under the supervision of a preceptor who is an athletic trainer or physician This course is supplemented with curricular instruction focused on the evaluation and care of acute conditions. Prerequisite: EXS 5200.
EXS 5220 Practicum III (4 sh)
A course designed to formally structure an athletic training clinical experience (time by arrangement) focused on patient/client care at an affiliated site under the supervision of a preceptor who is an athletic trainer or physician. This course is supplemented with curricular instruction focused on the evaluation and care of chronic and insidious conditions. Prerequisite: EXS 5210.
EXS 5230 Clinical Intensive (8 sh)
A practice-based intensive experience (time by arrangement) that allows the student to experience the totality of care provided by athletic trainers. At least 4 continuous weeks of this experience will be immersive. This course is supplemented with online learning activities focused on quality improvement and health care administration. Prerequisite: EXS 5220.
EXS 5240 Practicum IV (4 sh)
A course designed to formally structure an athletic training clinical experience (time by arrangement) focused on patient/client care at an affiliated site. under the supervision of a preceptor who is an athletic trainer or physician. This course is supplemented with curricular instruction focused on promoting wellness, reducing risk and improving health literacy in preparation for transition to practice. Prerequisite: EXS 5230.
EXS 5300 Orthopedic Assessment I (4 sh)
A comprehensive approach to the diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal conditions of the lower extremity including the foot, ankle, knee, thigh, hip, and pelvis. Injuries will be discussed from the following viewpoints: 1) prevention, 2) etiology and mechanism of injury, 3) pathology, 4) recognition and evaluation techniques, and 5) treatment. The clinical decision model will incorporate evidence-based practice. Prerequisite: EXS 5000, EXS 5010.
EXS 5310 Orthopedic Assessment II (4 sh)
A comprehensive approach to the diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal conditions of the upper extremity including the shoulder, upper arm, elbow, forearm, wrist, hand, thumb, fingers, and spine. Injuries will be discussed from the following viewpoints: 1) prevention, 2) etiology and mechanism of injury, 3) pathology, 4) recognition and evaluation techniques, and 5) treatment. The clinical decision model will incorporate evidence-based practice. Prerequisite: EXS 5300.
EXS 5320 Assessment of General Medical Conditions (4 sh)
A systems approach to the comprehensive diagnosis and management of non-musculoskeletal conditions including neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, immune, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and dermatological pathology.
EXS 5400 Therapeutic Interventions I (4 sh)
This course provides an evidence-based overview of the theory and application of therapeutic interventions common to the rehabilitation of select musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Emphasis will be placed on the foundational theories such as physiology of injury, pain, stages of healing, as well as the exercises, modalities, and pharmacological interventions specific to the inflammatory and proliferation stages of healing. Prerequisite: EXS 5000, EXS 5010.
EXS 5410 Therapeutic Interventions II (4 sh)
This course provides an evidence-based overview of the theory and application of therapeutic interventions common to the rehabilitation of select musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. Emphasis will be placed on foundational theories such as altered movement and functional performance as well as the exercises and modalities specific to the remodeling stage of healing and maximizing performance. Special considerations for the physical rehabilitation of various anatomical segments will also be explored. Prerequisite: EXS 5400.
EXS 5500 Athletic Training Administration (4 sh)
Designed to give an understanding of administrative responsibilities associated with athletic training practice. Emphasis will be placed on facility organization and design, budgeting, legal liability, day-to-day scheduling, personnel management, record keeping and ethical considerations. Prerequisite: EXS 5310, EXS 5410.
EXS 5600 BOC Exam Prep/Career Development (2 sh)
Designed to create a structure and provide support for student preparation for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination. Selected topics related to professional development and career transition will also be incorporated. Prerequisite: EXS 5230.
EXS 5610 Athletic Training Capstone (2 sh)
This course is designed to provide a finishing experience for the Master of Science in Athletic Training and aid in the transition to practice. In this course, students will seek to identify a pathway for continuing education, as well as, develop an aspirational goal for their professional career. Students will develop a project with the potential for dissemination. The project will be presented in both written and oral formats. Students will complete this course in the last semester of their program. Prerequisites: EXS 5230.