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Nov 21, 2024
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2023-2024 Graduate Catalog ARCHIVED CATALOG: CONTENT MAY NOT BE CURRENT. USE THE DROP DOWN ABOVE TO ACCESS THE CURRENT CATALOG.
Master of Science - Athletic Training
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Plan Description
The Master of Science in Athletic Training degree is designed for students interested in injury/illness prevention, wellness promotion/education, and treatment/rehabilitation of injuries or medical conditions related to physically active populations.
Students who complete the Master of Science in Athletic Training degree will graduate from an accredited program (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education, CAATE). Upon graduation, students will be eligible to take the National Board of Certification examination to become a Certified Athletic Trainer.
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Plan Admission Requirements
Application deadlines
Applications available on the UNLV Graduate College website.
The following requirements are considered for admission into the M.S. Athletic Training degree:
- All applicants must complete and submit the M.S. Athletic Training program application and review and follow the Graduate College Admission and Registration requirements as outlined in the Admissions section of the Graduate Catalog.
- Prior to entering the program, applicants must complete all prerequisite courses and hold a bachelor’s degree or recognized equivalent from a regionally accredited institution. There is no preference given to any particular baccalaureate degree.
- Preference is given to applicants with a minimum overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and with a minimum average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for prerequisite courses.
- The following are required with your application to the program:
- Two professional letters of recommendation: one from a Certified Athletic Trainer or other healthcare professional is strongly recommended.
- A statement of intent that includes the applicant’s background and interests; a description of their relevant experiences and skills (if applicable); the applicant’s longer-term professional and academic goals; and a description of the topics and/or experiences the applicant would like to explore while enrolled in the program. A well-formed letter of interest should describe the topics and/or experiences the applicant would like to explore while enrolled in the program. (Statement should be 1 page in length).
- Signed Clinical Observations Verification form (a minimum of 50 hours). The form may be found here.
- An interview with program faculty. In-person interviews will be offered to qualified applicants. Virtual options will be available for out-of-state applicants.
Prerequisite Course Policies:
- Achieve a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 or higher for the prerequisite courses.
- Earn a “C” letter grade or better for each prerequisite course.
- All classes must be taken at a regionally accredited or equivalent college or university.
- Prerequisite Courses:
- Biology - 1 course
- Chemistry with Lab -1 course
- Physics with Lab - 1 course
- Psychology - 1 course
- Human Anatomy with Lab - 1 course
- Human Physiology with Lab - 1 course
- Statistics - 1 course
- Biomechanics - 1 course (e.g., KIN 346)
- Exercise Physiology - 1 course
- Nutrition - 1 course
- Emergency Management of Injuries/Illnesses - 1 course (e.g., KIN 150)
- Introduction to Healthcare/Athletic Training - 1 course (e.g., KIN 101)
Subplan 1 Requirements: Exam
Total Credits Required: 61
Required Courses - Credits: 58
Degree Requirements
- Complete 61 credit hours of approved courses as described in the program plan, including completion of the required hours of clinical internship and completion of a comprehensive examination in the Culminating Experience class (3 credits).
- Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or above for each semester enrolled. This requires receiving a grade of B- or above in all required athletic training courses.
- Students who do not maintain a 3.00 average or who receive any grade less than a B- in any course at the end of the semester will be notified in writing and placed on probation at that time. A second grade of C+ or lower received in any course in the ensuing semester or failure to restore the cumulative average to 3.00 or above during the ensuing semester will bring about separation from the program.
Subplan 2 Requirements: Professional Project
Total Credits Required: 61
Required Courses - Credits: 58
Professional Project - Credits: 3
Degree Requirements
- Complete 61 credit hours of approved courses as described in the program plan, including completion of the required hours of clinical internship and completion of a culminating project in the Culminating Experience class (3 credits).
- Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 or above for each semester enrolled. This requires receiving a grade of B- or above in all required athletic training courses.
- Students who do not maintain a 3.00 average or who receive any grade less than a B- in any course at the end of the semester will be notified in writing and placed on probation at that time. A second grade of C+ or lower received in any course in the ensuing semester or failure to restore the cumulative average to 3.00 or above during the ensuing semester will bring about separation from the program.
Plan Graduation Requirements
Students may apply for graduation up to two semesters prior to completing their degree requirements. All required forms must be submitted to the graduate college via the Grad Rebel Gateway.
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