Master of Science in Athletic Training

Master of Science in Athletic Training

Athletic trainers (ATs) are highly qualified, multi-skilled health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide preventative services, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions.  Athletic Training encompasses the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of emergent, acute or chronic injuries and medical conditions. Athletic training is recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA), Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as an allied health care profession. National Athletic Training Association.

Contact the program director, Dr. Williams at 936-294-1172 or mlw049@shsu.edu to learn more about the below MSAT pathways.

MSAT Program Options

The MSAT can be completed through two different pathways:

1. Combined 3+2 degree completed in combination with either the BS in Kinesiology with a Concentration in Clinical Exercise Science or the BS in Health Sciences, or
2. Stand-alone two-year master's degree program

Overview of 3+2 Program Options:

Note: Twenty-five credits of graduate work count toward the completion of the undergraduate degree.

Note: Twenty-five credits of graduate work count toward the completion of the undergraduate degree.

FAQ

• Q: What if I am already enrolled in a bachelors degree program?

  • Students who currently have degree plans in Clinical Exercise Science or Health Sciences may be eligible for our 3+2 program options.

  • Clinical Exercise Science: This program will allow BS in Kinesiology with a Concentration in Clinical Exercise Science students who have completed a prescribed 95 hours of coursework on their degree plan to apply to the MSAT as an undergraduate student. This would afford students the opportunity to complete both the BS and MSAT degrees in a total of 5 years.

  • Health Science: This program will allow BS in Health Sciences students who have completed the a prescribed 96 hours of coursework on that degree plan to apply to the MSAT as an undergraduate student. This would afford students the opportunity to complete both the BS and MSAT degrees in a total of 5 years.

• Q: What if I already have a bachelors degree?

  There is a Two-year MSAT Program option available.This program option will allow students who are graduating or have earned a bachelor’s degree to apply to the MSAT program at SHSU.

• Q: What if I am an International Student?

  International students must meet all the program acceptance requirements located at this website. Please visit the The Office of International Programs to see additional international student resources.

• Q: Where can I learn more about Scholarships and Financial Aid?

  Please see the information available on the Office of Financial Aid website

• Q: What are the requirements for admission?

  Students must apply as a graduate student to the MSAT program via ApplyTexas

  Applications to the Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program are reviewed on a rolling basis with one admission process annually.  The priority deadline for admissions is April 15th and the final deadline is May 15th to enter the program in summer 2021. Applicants to the MSAT must meet the following requirements to be considered for regular admission. Graduate admissions.

  1. Submit official transcripts and have a cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.00 or higher;
  2. Submit official scores from the GRE obtained within the past 5 years;
  3. Earn a grade of C or higher in all program prerequisite coursework;
  4. Complete a minimum of 75 clinical observation hours under the supervision of a Certified and Licensed Athletic Trainer (for students in the pipeline program, this will be completed in ATTR 2300 at the undergraduate level);
  5. Submit proof of current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association;
  6. Submit a completed program Immunization Review Form that is signed by a Primary Care Provider (MD, DO, PA, NP); and
  7. Provide a minimum of two completed evaluation forms. One of these must be from an Athletic Trainer who supervised the student’s observation hours. 

  
  

  Students applying to the 3+2 program must additionally:

  1. Demonstrate an undergraduate major GPA of 3.00 or higher for all completed coursework; and
  2. Complete all program prerequisites prior to applying to the program.

  
  

  Students applying to the stand-alone two-year program must additionally:

  1. Demonstrate completion of a bachelor’s degree with an official transcript from the awarding institution; and
  2. Complete all program prerequisites prior to the start of the program.

  Prerequisite coursework is designated as either required or recommended. The required coursework must be satisfactorily completed (a grade of C or better) to be considered for regular admission to the MSAT program. The recommended coursework is optional but completed work in this area may benefit the student in their pursuit of admission to the MSAT program. Recommended prerequisite coursework that is completed at the time of program application will add additional points to the candidate acceptance rubric for the proposed degree. Prerequisite coursework is located at the Master in Athletic Training catalog page.