Those who are pursuing additional post-graduate degree programs are excluded from the placement rate. Those who are fulfilling military obligations after graduation are excluded from the placement rate. AT Employment Rate. Non-AT Employment Rate. Not Employed Rate. Students in this option will complete all pre-requisite coursework for the MSAT as part of their Bachelor's degree requirements.
The Athletic Training Prep option will guide you through coursework to better prepare you for the MSAT, while meeting the requirements for the Exercise Science degree program. Additionally, you can earn up to 10 dual credits that count towards both your bachelor's and master's degrees.
You will graduate with a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science. Students may refer to the Best Choices Guide, if available for their institution, to assist in making coursework decisions prior to transferring. Undergraduate transfer students must meet the same pre-requisite requirements for admission to the MSAT. Regardless of the Bachelor's degree major, students must meet all pre-requisites to be considered for admission.
A degree in Strength and Conditioning, Exercise Science, Pre-professional, or a similar degree, will most easily meet the pre-requisite requirements. The Master of Science in Athletic Training is a credit program. Students in the concurrent degree program can earn up to 10 credits of dual credit that count towards both the bachelor's and master's degrees, essentially making their master's degree 42 credits.
To graduate, students must have a cumulative graduate point average of at least 3. We believe that quality clinical education is the cornerstone of athletic training education as it integrates didactic knowledge from the classroom with practical application of athletic training skills and decision making, under direct supervision of a licensed or certified professional, to develop the confidence and real-world experience while adhering to the standards of supervision of clinical education set forth by the CAATE.
Foundational behaviors of professional practice will be required and evaluated during all clinical education experiences. To ensure a meaningful educational experience and to meet accreditation requirements strict clinical education requirements and guidelines are upheld by the program.
Clinical education experiences are coordinated to maximize student learning through periods of engagement at our clinical sites in Colorado Springs and surrounding area. Our clinical sites offer students progressive experiences and opportunities to engage with diverse and sometimes unique populations.
Students will gain hands-on experience under the guidance of our high-caliber preceptors, with the end-goal of developing independent decision-making skills in preparation for interprofessional practice. Clinical education experience placements are made based on course sequencing, site availability, and student needs for meeting accreditation requirements. In accordance with UCCS's discrimination policies, placements shall not be prejudicial nor discriminatory.
Students are required to complete 13 credit hours of clinical education during the MSAT program. Over the course of the four semesters in the program, the student will be assigned to both on-campus and off-campus clinical education experiences. Clinical education experiences will increase in time commitment over each semester, with the final experience involving full-time 40 hour per week immersion in athletic training.
When assigned to an off-campus clinical education site, the students should be prepared to fulfill any additional requirements for that site e. Applicants must have a 3. The minimum 3. Courses must be completed with a C- or better at the time of application OR enrolled in at the time of admission. Courses in progress during the semester of application must also be completed with a C- or better to complete the admission process.
Course syllabi for courses not taken at UCCS may be required for review and approval as meeting the pre-requisites. Pre-requisites taken greater than 10 years prior to application may not be considered.
Prospective applicants may choose to have a pre-requisite review completed. An individual can submit official or unofficial transcripts for review by the Program Director for consideration of meeting the pre-requisites. A course syllabus may be required for complete review of the pre-requisites. If the course description is similar to the UCCS course description, the course may be considered for admission. The Program Director will notify the prospective student of the decision via email.
Pre-requisite reviews are only good for a 2-year period from time of review. Any requirements specified for alleviating the provisional admission status must be completed by the end of the first semester in the program. Elder for further information on applying.
Priority Application deadline is January 5th. Applicants meeting this deadline with a completed and verified application will be given priority consideration for admission. Please submit your application materials early enough to ATCAS to ensure verification by the deadline. After priority admission is completed, rolling admissions will occur through May 30th Rolling admissions applications completed and verified after the priority deadline will be considered if seats are available, and in the order in which a completed and verified application is received.
Please note there may be financial aid implications for applications received after the priority deadline. Note: The MSAT is a controlled admissions program, meaning we have a set number of students who may be admitted each year. Acceptance into the MSAT is, therefore, not guaranteed. Students who are unsuccessful in gaining admission may choose to reapply at a later date. These transcripts must include all courses and grades, must be issued in the original language, and be accompanied by certified English translations when applicable.
This service is provided at no cost for UCCS applicants. More details will be communicated to you via email. Please make sure to check your email for the uploading instructions. International students currently studying in the U. Internship opportunities should be discussed directly with the academic advisor and are not guaranteed until the applicant has been accepted by the academic program and UCCS.
Upon the close of the Priority Admissions deadline and receipt of completed applications, the Athletic Training Admissions Committee will conduct initial review of the applications. Qualified applicants will be invited for an on-campus or videoconference interview with the Athletic Training Admissions Committee.
The admissions committee members will rank the applicants after completion of the interview process. Once feedback from all admissions committee members has been collected and interview, the program administrative team selects the top candidates and offers program admission by February 15th.
Secondary Admissions applicants will be evaluated in the same manner, however, the interview will be conducted within approximately two weeks of receipt of the completed application based on availability of the Admissions Committee , with notification within 7 days of interview. If an applicant feels that the evaluation process of admission to the MSAT has been unfair, they can appeal following these steps.
Immediately after admission, students will be required to complete the following tasks to finalize admission to the program prior to the beginning of courses failure to complete these requirements will be reviewed by program faculty and may result in revoking of admission.
All clinical experience sites utilized by the MSAT require criminal background checks for the protection of vulnerable populations. The Department of Health Sciences complies with all policies for this purpose.
The Department Chair will review background checks for decisions related to outcomes of the background check. All students will be required to submit to a drug test and provide verification of successful screening prior to the first day of classes for each year they are enrolled in the MSAT. All drug testing results will be reviewed by the Department Chair for decisions related to the outcomes of the test.
In order to engage in clinical education, students must maintain current certification in emergency cardiac care Basic Life Support for Health Professionals or Professional Rescuer.
While the program will make re-certification opportunities available, re-certification is ultimately the responsibility of the student. This break in education experience could delay timely progression in the MSAT program or course completion. Students should plan to complete their re-certification well in advance of expiration if the certification will occur during clinical education course. Students are responsible for identifying training and renewal classes.
If CPR certification expires during a clinical course, then it must be renewed prior to the start of the clinical course. Students are required to provide evidence of adequate health insurance to cover long-term and emergency treatment or to be prepared to pay for services not covered. Athletic training is an intellectually, physically, and psychologically demanding profession.
All admitted and enrolled students of the Masters of Science Athletic Training MSAT program must be able to meet these minimum standards for successful completion of degree requirements. Review of the technical standards by the program will take place after admission to avoid discrimination in the admissions process, however a student must still be able to determine that they can meet the technical standards with or without reasonable accommodation to be granted final admission into the program.
Students will be judged on academic accomplishments, as well as their physical and emotional capacities to successfully complete the program requirements and enter the profession of athletic training. Admitted students should read and understand the technical standards and determine whether or not they can meet the standards with or without reasonable accommodation.
Admitted students should also provide a signed physical exam form after completion of physical exam by health care provider MD, DO, PA, NP of the applicant's choice. The exam needs to attest to the applicant's ability to meet the technical standards for the program. Attestation by a physician or other healthcare provider i. Observation requires the functional use of vision, hearing, and somatic sensations.
Students must be able to:. Certified athletic trainers are health care providers who specialize in the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses. The program is designed for students who have completed an undergraduate degree but are seeking entry into the athletic training profession through a graduate education program, which meets the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education CAATE standards.
The Master of Athletic Training program at UCO curriculum includes prevention and health promotion, examination and diagnosis, patient-centered care, therapeutic interventions and a variety of clinicals throughout the program.
The program's philosophy is that each student must be continually and actively involved in every aspect of the clinical program in order to learn, apply and appreciate the art and science of athletic training. View all Courses Student Manual. The graduate athletic training program instructional classroom and lab is located in the Education building, Room The space is dedicated to formal and clinical instruction, and all of the athletic training major courses are taught in this room.
In addition, the program utilizes six local high schools, two universities and many physical therapy clinics as clinical sites, along with other health care facilities in the area. Master of Athletic Training.
Requirements for Admission MAT program admission is a two-step process. Official copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts from each institution attended with all degrees posted. Derek B. Purcell Dr. Karl M. Larsen Dr. Kobayashi Dr. Gregg G. Martyak Dr. Chance J. Henderson Dr. Douglas C. Crowther Dr. Ronald F.
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