Athletic Training, MS

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What will I learn?

A career in athletic training and sports medicine offers you more opportunities than ever, but completion of a master’s degree in athletic training is now a requirement for athletic trainers. At the University of Central Missouri, we provide the education and training you need to be eligible for the Board of Certification (BOC) exam and state licensure. Learn how our Master of Science in Athletic Training degree is designed to help you not only start your career but also stand out in the field.

What makes UCM one of the best athletic training master’s programs?

Another way we remain committed to your success is by ensuring your personal interaction with UCM’s faculty. Whether in the classroom or through clinical experiences, you’ll receive a high level of attention not found in many athletic training master’s programs. At UCM, you’ll get a high-quality education at some of Missouri’s most affordable tuition rates from our master’s program in Athletic Training.

What you will study

Coursework for UCM’s Athletic Training master’s degree begins on our Warrensburg campus. Our small class sizes allow for interaction with other AT graduate students with diverse backgrounds.

You’ll also have personal interaction with UCM tenured and tenure-track faculty who hold doctorate and master’s degrees. They’ll help you develop critical-thinking skills that keep you engaged in a dynamic and integrated health care environment and instill a passion for lifelong learning. They’ll also guide you in your professional development — helping you make industry connections and to be prepared for the job on day one following graduation.

The path to your master’s degree in Athletic Training

Whether your undergraduate degree is in Kinesiology or another field of study, you can expect to complete UCM’s Athletic Training master’s degree program in two years.

The Master of Science degree in Athletic Training is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) to ensure your eligibility for the BOC exam. With guidance from UCM’s program steering committee, including current students, we continue to ensure we’re meeting high industry standards and student needs to prepare you for your athletic trainer career. Topics you may study include:

Emergency care

Orthopedics assessment

Therapeutic intervention

You’ll also get hands-on experience in four clinical practicum courses and an internship in athletic training. The goal is to teach you evidence-based practices that improve patient outcomes and keep people safe.

What can you do with a master’s degree in Athletic Training from UCM?

Because of UCM’s CAATE accreditation, you will be eligible to take the Board of Certification (BOC) exam. Graduates are also eligible to take the American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP) exam, if you’re interested in becoming a registered orthopedic technologist.

When you successfully pass either exam and are in compliance with state regulations, you’ll be ready to embark on an exciting career in athletic training and sports medicine. Graduates with a master’s degree in Athletic Training may choose to work with athletes at any level, provide services to performing artists, work in a doctor’s office or support public safety and military personnel. You may also decide to continue your education, whether in a residency or a doctoral program.

Which department am I in?

College of Health, Science, and Technology

Study options

Full Time (52 Hours)

Tuition fees
$12,816.00 (10,81,336) per year
Tuition (18 hours, USD $712 per hour); Tuition fee is for 2023-2024 academic year and may subject to change in coming years

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

15 April 2025

Start date

May 2025

Venue

University of Central Missouri

Ward Edwards Building,

108 W. South St.,

WARRENSBURG,

Missouri,

64093, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Minimum 3.00 GPA (based on a 4.00 scale)

Minimum 3.00 GPA (based on a 4.00 scale) on the following prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “C” or higher:

General Biology and lab - 3-4 credit hours

Human Anatomy, Physiology and Lab - 4-8 credit hours

Chemistry and Lab - 3-4 credit hours

Nutrition - 3 credit hours

Statistics - 3 credit hours

General Psychology OR Lifespan and Development - 3 credit hours

Exercise Physiology - 3 credit hours

Physics OR Biomechanics - 3 credit hours

Articulation of courses determined by the review of the ATP Admissions Committee.

For full admission to the Athletic Training Master’s Program, international students must submit English proficiency scores with a minimum of 6.0 IELTS-Academic or 79 iBT TOEFL. The Revised TOEFL Paper-delivered Test (RTPDT) scores of Reading: 20, Writing: 20, and Listening: 20 are also accepted by UCM for full admission.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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