Athletic Training

Policies

Program Application 

The Athletic Training program has a rolling application deadline. Review of completed applications will begin on the priority review date of November 1st. The program will continue to review applications as program space permits until May 1st. Please note that the first two courses for each new cohort begin the second summer session with an online course for AT 606 and a hybrid course (majority online with one week of labs on campus) for AT 607.

Athletic Training Computerized Application Service (ATCAS): This service allows the applicant to use a web-based process to apply to the Minnesota State program. There is a fee (charged by ATCAS) for this application service. Students applying for admission to the MSAT program must apply to the program via the ATCAS. Admission requirements/prerequisites (below) to assure applicants have completed or are in the process of completing the prerequisite requirements.

Minimum Application Requirements:

1. “C” or better in all required prerequisite courses (below)
2. 3.0 overall undergraduate GPA
3. Current certification in emergency care which includes: Adult & Pediatric CPR, AED, 2nd Rescuer CPR, Airway Obstruction, and Barrier Devices (e.g., pocket mask, bag valve mask)
4. Personal statement to include how the student became interested in the profession of athletic training and the MSAT program, their career goals, and any previous experiences with athletic training.
5. Two letters of recommendation/evaluation: one must be from from an academic advisor or faculty member indicating potential for graduate study, and the second should be from an individual who can assess the student's qualities as a graduate student and/or healthcare professional.

The following courses will be required as prerequisite courses from the student's undergraduate career:

• Human Anatomy with laboratory
• Human Physiology with laboratory or Human Anatomy and Physiology I and II with labs
• Structural and Biomechanical Kinesiology (combined or separate courses at the 300+ level) OR 200 level (or higher) physics may substitute for the biomechanics course
• Exercise Physiology course
• Statistics or Tests and Measurements course
• General Nutrition course
• General Psychology course
• Chemistry course beyond introductory chemistry
• Personal or Public Health course
• Current certification in emergency care which includes: Adult & Pediatric CPR, AED, 2nd Rescuer CPR, Airway Obstruction, and Barrier Devices (e.g., pocket mask, bag valve mask)

Preferred Courses:
(These courses may assist the student following acceptance into the program)

• Medical Terminology course
• Physics course
• Prevention and Care of Athletic Injuries course

** Note: Application requirements/prerequisites should be completed or in-process at the time of application.On final acceptance, the candidate’s final official transcripts will be required by the College of Graduate Studies and Research to document completion. Please also note that the program will not pre-evaluate transcripts to determine which prerequisite courses a potential applicant needs, however, if the potential candidate has specific questions about a course(s), please contact the program.

International applicants are required to meet the Department of Human Performance minimal internet TOEFL score of 80 or the equivalent academic  IELTS overall of 6.5.

International applicants should also visit the International Student & Scholar Services website for additional services and requirements for international students such as university admission, immigration advising, forms, required health insurance, etc.

Following acceptance to the MSAT program, all students will be required to provide the following for final admission:

1. Completed Immunization and Health History and Physical Forms (As a health care provider documentation of the following immunizations are required MMR, Tdap, TB screening (Mantoux), Hep B and varicella (chicken pox) 
2. Completed Technical Standards Form for athletic training document 
3. Completed/signed statement of understanding and agreement of Program Policies
4. Completed Criminal Background Check (see Criminal Background Check Policy)
5. Policies and forms can be found on the Athletic Training Program Website.

Retention and Progression Standards:

The M.S. in Athletic Training degree program follows all retention and progression policies articulated by the College of Graduate Studies and Research, including that the following warrants dismissal from the program:

1. The accumulation of grades below 3.0 in more than two courses of three or more credits each
2. Incomplete/In-Progress grades in more than three courses of two or more credits
3. Or, a combination of the above in four courses (excluding thesis/alternate plan paper credits)

To see the full Scholastic Standards for graduate degree programs visit:

https://grad.mnsu.edu/graduate-college-policy/scholastic-standards/