Athletic Training, MS

70 credit hours

Lindenwood University offers a Master of Science in athletic training, and the program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
The graduate program for athletic training prepares students to succeed on the Board of Certification (BOC) examination in athletic training and become a certified athletic trainer (ATC). Lindenwood University’s average first time pass rate over the past three years (2021-2023) on the BOC examination is 94 percent.

The athletic training program has specific eligibility requirements and utilizes a secondary application and admission process. Information regarding the admission criteria for each pathway can be found in the following sections. The program accepts a maximum of 20 students into each cohort. The program utilizes a single point of entry into the program, and all new students formally begin the graduate program during the summer term. Students admitted into the program will complete a rigorous two-year curriculum that includes two summer terms, two fall semesters, and two spring semesters. Students are expected to remain continuously enrolled and will follow a specific sequence of didactic and clinical coursework designed to meet the core competencies established by the CAATE.

Beginning Summer 2024 cohort, in addition to university tuition fees, students in the athletic training program will also be subject to a $1,000 annual program fee that covers additional costs associated with the program (e.g. lab equipment, testing services, apparel for clinical rotations, NATA memberships, ATrack subscriptions, etc…). The program fee eliminates the need for individual lab fees.

Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP) Pathway

The accelerated master’s program is designed for traditional first-time college students, but current students and transfer students can declare their interest in the accelerated master’s program and follow this academic pathway at any time. Interested students should inform their academic advisor of their intent to complete the accelerated master’s program as early as possible to ensure they follow the necessary academic degree plan. The program has specific eligibility requirements, application procedures, selection criteria, and retention criteria. Refer to the sections on Admission Criteria, Application Process, and Selection Criteria for additional details.

Admission Criteria (AMP Pathway)

Cumulative college GPA of 3.00 or higher.
Cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher for all prerequisite courses.
Completion, or be nearing the completion, of all general education requirements.
Completion of all program prerequisites with a C or better (must be completed or scheduled to be completed prior to the time of entry into program)

Biology (BSC 10000)
Chemistry (CHM 10000)
Physics (PHY 25100)
Anatomy/Physiology I and II (BSC 22700, BSC 22800)
Exercise Physiology (EXS 31500)
Psychology (PSY 10000)
Nutrition (EXS 24000)
Medical Terminology (HFS 18500)
Kinesiology (HFS 31000) or Biomechanics (EXS 32500)

Completion of at least 75 undergraduate credit hours at time of application submission (credit hours for courses enrolled in at time of application should be included) Completion of at least 90 undergraduate credit hours at time of entry into program.

Application Process (AMP Pathway)

Complete the application for graduate admission at Lindenwood University.
Complete the application (via ATCAS) for admission into the athletic training program.
Additional required documents located in ATCAS:
- Transcript verification of completion of all program prerequisite courses. If the prerequisite courses have not been completed at the time of application, students can submit final verification at a later date.
- Three letters of recommendation.
  At least 1 letter of recommendation must be from a certified athletic trainer.
- Documentation of a minimum of 50 observation hours with a certified athletic trainer.
- Personal statement
  Statement should provide support for one’s ability to perform at a high-level in the program.
  Statement should include prior academic and clinical experiences, work experience, accomplishments, academic goals, and career goals.
- Complete an interview with the athletic training program faculty.
  Interviews will be scheduled by program faculty after receiving all application materials.
- The priority application deadline is December 1st of each year for enrollment in the program in the following summer term.

Post-Baccalaureate Pathway

The post-baccalaureate pathway is designed for college graduates who have already completed (or will have completed) an undergraduate degree in a related field, as well as all program prerequisites prior to enrolling in the graduate program. The program has specific eligibility requirements, application procedures, selection criteria, and retention criteria. Refer to the sections on Admission Criteria, Application Process, and Selection Criteria for
additional details.

Admission Criteria (Post-Baccalaureate Pathway)

Cumulative college GPA of 3.00 or higher.
Cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher for all prerequisite courses.
Completion of a bachelor’s degree
- All bachelor’s degree requirements must be completed and degree conferred prior to the time of entry into program.
- Completion of all program prerequisites with a C or better (must be completed or scheduled to be completed prior to the time of entry into program)

Application Process (Post-Baccalaureate Pathway)

Complete the application for graduate admission at Lindenwood University.
Complete the application (via ATCAS) for admission into the athletic training program.
Additional required documents located in ATCAS:
- Transcript verification of completion of a bachelor’s degree.
- Transcript verification of completion of all program prerequisite courses.
- If the bachelor’s degree or prerequisite courses have not been completed at the time of application, students can submit final verification at a later date.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- At least 1 letter of recommendation must be from a certified athletic trainer.
  Documentation of a minimum of 50 observation hours with a certified athletic trainer.
- Personal statement
  Statement should provide support for one’s ability to perform at a high-level in the program.
  Statement should include prior academic and clinical experiences, work experience, accomplishments, academic goals, and career goals.
- Complete an interview with the athletic training program faculty.
- Interviews will be scheduled by program faculty after receiving all application materials.
- The priority application deadline is December 1st of each year for enrollment in the program in the following summer term.

Selection Process

The athletic training program has a selective admissions process for program applicants. Each spring, the program accepts a maximum of 20 students into each cohort, and upon acceptance, each cohort will begin the graduate program during the subsequent summer term.

Notification of Acceptance

All program applicants will be notified of their conditional acceptance or rejection by March 15th. A maximum of 20 students will be admitted each year. Students not selected for admission are encouraged to re-apply for the following year. Students conditionally accepted into the program will be required to complete the additional requirements described in the next section before officially beginning the program.

As stated in the university policies, Lindenwood University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information or other status protected under applicable law.

Additional Program Requirements

After receiving the conditional acceptance letter, students are required to complete additional requirements prior to May 1st of their respective entrance year in the program. These requirements include, but are not limited to, providing vaccination records, providing a criminal background check, and signing compliance statements for program policies. A complete list of these requirements can be found on the program website. Failure to meet, complete, and/or submit any of the requirements may result in revocation of the student’s admission to the program.

Enrolling in Graduate Courses as an Undergraduate Student

With prior approval, undergraduate students following an accelerated master’s program degree plan will be eligible to register in select graduate courses. These graduate-level courses will be determined by the program, and the credit hours associated with these graduate courses will count toward the completion of the bachelor’s degree.
Additional information on undergraduate students earning graduate credit can be found in the section titled Earning Graduate Credit as an Undergraduate Student.

Requirements

Major Coursework

AT 50100 - Clinical Practicum I Credit Hour(s): 3
AT 50200 - Clinical Practicum II Credit Hour(s): 3
AT 50300 - Clinical Practicum III Credit Hour(s): 2
AT 50400 - Clinical Practicum IV Credit Hour(s): 3
AT 50500 - Clinical Practicum V Credit Hour(s): 1
AT 50600 - Clinical Practicum VI Credit Hour(s): 3
AT 51100 - Clinical Decision-Making I Credit Hour(s): 1
AT 51200 - Clinical Decision-Making II Credit Hour(s): 1
AT 51300 - Clinical Decision-Making III Credit Hour(s): 1
AT 51400 - Clinical Decision-Making IV Credit Hour(s): 1
AT 52000 - Emergency Management Credit Hour(s): 6
AT 52500 - Fundamental Skills in Athletic Training Credit Hour(s): 1
AT 54100 - Orthopedic Evaluation and Management I Credit Hour(s): 4
AT 54200 - Orthopedic Evaluation and Management II Credit Hour(s): 4
AT 54400 - Evaluation and Management of General Medical Conditions Credit Hour(s): 5
AT 55100 - Therapeutic Interventions I Credit Hour(s): 4
AT 55200 - Therapeutic Interventions II Credit Hour(s): 4
AT 55300 - Therapeutic Interventions III Credit Hour(s): 4
AT 61000 - Leadership and Management in Athletic Training Credit Hour(s): 3
AT 63000 - Seminar in Athletic Training Credit Hour(s): 1
AT 65000 - Capstone Credit Hour(s): 3
AT 68100 - Comprehensive Examination Credit Hour(s): 0
HS 53700 - Contemporary Trends in Wellness Credit Hour(s): 3
HS 54000 - Research Methods Credit Hour(s): 3
HS 54200 - Statistical Analysis Credit Hour(s): 3
HS 57700 - Sport Nutrition & Body Composition Credit Hour(s): 3