Description
The graduate Master of Science in Athletic Training program is a two-year, 60 credit hour program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). The program is designed to fulfill CAATE standards and is predicated upon the latest in evidence based practice. Following completion of this program, students are eligible to complete the BOC, Inc. certification examination to become a Certified Athletic Trainer.
The program involves 47 credits of didactic course work and 13 credits of hands-on clinical experiences. During the four semesters of clinical experience, students will have the opportunity to practice within the on-campus Athletic Training Clinic and athletics program as well in numerous clinical affiliated sites around the greater Rochester area. These sites may include hospitals, urgent care clinics, colleges/universities, high schools, and sports medicine clinics.
Health Standards
All students admitted to the graduate athletic training program are required to provide an annual health an immunization update.
Admission to the Program
- Admission requirements for the MSAT program include:
- Completion of Pre-Requisite courses or equivalents with a grade of C or better
- Cumulative undergraduate Grade Point Average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent) or better
- Completed Bachelor’s Degree
- Current certification in American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Healthcare Provider and American Red Cross First Aid Certification
- Minimum of 25 hours of observation under the supervision of a BOC certified Athletic Trainer.
- Formal interview with Athletic Training Faculty
Admission to the Master of Science in Athletic Training program is limited. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Students are reviewed and selected using a holistic evaluation of the following factors: completion of admissions requirements (including pre-requisite coursework); academic achievement; evidence of potential for future practice as an athletic trainer; quality of past health care experience; interview performance; and, an ability to work effectively with people.
Program Requirements
Students must meet the College’s standards for graduate study.
Prerequisite Courses
All students must meet the following pre-requisite requirements of Brockport courses or their equivalents from other institutions.
- PSH 110 Principles of Psychology (3 credits)
- BIO 111 Principles of Biology (4 credits)
- BIO 321 Anatomy & Physiology I (4 credits)
- BIO 322 Anatomy & Physiology II (4 credits)
- CHM 205 College Chemistry I (4 credits)
- PHS 205 Introduction to Physics I (4 credits)
- PBH 488 Biostatistics and Epidemiology (3 credits)
- PES 335 Physiological Bases for Exercise and Sport (4 credits)
- PES 311 Principles of Athletic Training (3 credits)
- PES 415 Nutrition for Exercise and Sport (3 credits)
- PES 420 Biomechanics (3 credits)
Additional SUNY Brockport Courses:
Required Courses
- PES 534 Therapeutic Agents for Musculoskeletal Injuries (4 credits)
- PES 531 Clinical Examination and Diagnosis I (3 credits)
- PES 536 Injury and Illness Management (3 credits)
- PES 547 Taping and Wound Care in AT (2 credits)
- PES 537 Health Care Informatics (1 credit)
- PES 546 Clinical Examination and Diagnosis II (3 credits)
- PES 533 Therapeutic Interventions I (3 credits)
- PES 539 Evidence Based Practice (2 credits)
- PES 540 Ethical Issues and Professional Development (1 credit)
- NUR 521 Pharmacology (3 credits)
- PES 538 Functional Movement Assessment (1 credit)
- PES 604 Research Methods & Evaluation (3 credits)
- PES 605 Design and Analysis (3 credits)
- PES 633 Therapeutic Interventions II (3 credits)
- PES 528 Psychology of Injury (3 credits)
- PES 635 General Medical Conditions (3 credits)
- PES 634 Practical Applications of Evidence Based Practice (2 credits)
- PES 632 Health Care Administration (3 credits)
- PES 535 Nutritional Considerations for AT (1 credit)