Master of Science in Athletic Training (CUW)
The CAATE accredited Concordia University Wisconsin (CUW) Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program will provide students with the professional preparation necessary to succeed as an entry-level athletic trainer. The program will provide students an educational experience encompassing communication, problem solving, clinical skills, and service. As a result, students graduating from the program will possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities of a successful clinician, will be prepared to pass the Board of Certification Examination, and will be eligible for appropriate state credentialing. The CUW MSAT program will accomplish its mission through a holistic approach to the development of the mind, body, and spirit.
Graduate Program: Students who already possess a bachelor’s degree can complete a Master of Science in Athletic Training degree at CUW. Concordia's MSAT program consists of 69 graduate-level credits, completed over the course of six (6) semesters. The program enhances this classroom education with extensive hands-on clinical experiences in a variety of settings, under the supervision of health care professionals. Students in the Graduate MSAT program complete five (5) semesters of clinical education rotations, including an immersion experience.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will communicate effectively with others in an oral or written professional format.
- Students will communicate professionally, to a variety of audiences, utilizing various media modes.
- Students will write clearly and professionally, using appropriate medical vernacular.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with other professionals in a team approach to practice.
- Students will demonstrate effective critical thinking and problem solving.
- Students will identify and analyze a research problem or clinical question.
- Students will apply an evidence-based model to make informed decisions about patient care.
- Students will demonstrate data fluency through effective analysis and application.
- Students will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of an entry-level athletic trainer.
- Students will demonstrate an understanding of the importance of health promotion and injury prevention.
- Students will demonstrate the ability to perform a thorough clinical examination, formulate an appropriate diagnosis, and refer to another health care provider if necessary.
- Students will determine and apply appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Students will utilize appropriate psychosocial strategies and recognize the need to refer a patient to another health care provider if necessary.
- Students will abide by the moral, ethical, and legal obligations established by the Board of Certification and applicable State Regulatory Agencies.
- Students will understand the administrative and organizational duties required of an entry-level athletic trainer.
- Students will understand the role of a Christian health care provider.
- Students will demonstrate an understanding of the Christian faith and other worldviews, as it relates to the profession of athletic training.
- Students will identify the importance of serving diverse populations in the Church and the World.
Curriculum
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| MSAT 5500 | Patient Centered Care | 3 |
| MSAT 5510 | Psychosocial Aspects of Athletic Training | 3 |
| MSAT 5520 | Athletic Training Foundations | 3 |
| MSAT 5530 | Athletic Training Clinical I | 1 |
| MSAT 5540 | Professional Development | 1 |
| MSAT 5550 | Recognition & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries I | 4 |
| MSAT 5560 | Emergency Care in Athletic Training | 3 |
| MSAT 5570 | Athletic Training Clinical II | 2 |
| MSAT 5600 | Administration & Management in Athletic Training | 4 |
| MSAT 5610 | Rehabilitation Techniques of Orthopedic Injuries I | 3 |
| MSAT 5620 | Recognition & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries II | 4 |
| MSAT 5630 | Athletic Training Clinical III | 3 |
| MSAT 5640 | Therapeutic Modalities | 3 |
| MSAT 6510 | Rehabilitation Techniques of Orthopedic Injuries II | 3 |
| MSAT 6520 | Recognition & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries III | 4 |
| MSAT 6530 | Athletic Training Clinical IV | 3 |
| MSAT 6540 | General Medical Conditions | 4 |
| MSAT 6575 | Seminar in Athletic Training III | 3 |
| MSAT 6600 | Research Methods | 3 |
| MSAT 6610 | Case Studies in Athletic Training | 3 |
| MSAT 6630 | Athletic Training Clinical V | 3 |
| MSAT 7800 | Immersion Experience in Athletic Training | 6 |
| Total Hours | 69 | |
MSAT Graduate Program Admission Requirements
All students applying for admission to the CUW MSAT graduate program will be required to submit the following initial application materials:
- Application, with a personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Transcripts
Following an admission interview and a positive initial application review, students will be required to submit the following:
- Proof of CPR certification
- Background check
- Handbook agreement signatures
- Extracurricular Activity Policy, if applicable
- Immunization records
Graduate MSAT Program Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3.00 GPA
- Anatomy & Physiology: C minimum
- Postsecondary coursework in:
- Anatomy
- Biology
- Biomechanics
- Chemistry
- Exercise Physiology
- Nutrition & Public Health
- Physics
- Physiology
- Psychology
PLEASE SEE THE CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY WISCONSIN MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ATHLETIC TRAINING WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING PROGRAM SPECIFIC INFORMATION, OUTCOME DATA, REQUIREMENTS, AND POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.
Students may be allowed to transfer up to 12 credits into this program with Director approval.
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| MSAT 5500 | Patient Centered Care | 3 |
| Hours | 3 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| MSAT 5520 | Athletic Training Foundations | 3 |
| MSAT 5530 | Athletic Training Clinical I | 1 |
| MSAT 5540 | Professional Development | 1 |
| MSAT 5550 | Recognition & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries I | 4 |
| MSAT 5560 | Emergency Care in Athletic Training | 3 |
| MSAT 5570 | Athletic Training Clinical II | 2 |
| Hours | 14 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| MSAT 5600 | Administration & Management in Athletic Training | 4 |
| MSAT 5610 | Rehabilitation Techniques of Orthopedic Injuries I | 3 |
| MSAT 5620 | Recognition & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries II | 4 |
| MSAT 5630 | Athletic Training Clinical III | 3 |
| MSAT 5640 | Therapeutic Modalities | 3 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| MSAT 7800 | Immersion Experience in Athletic Training | 6 |
| Hours | 6 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| MSAT 6510 | Rehabilitation Techniques of Orthopedic Injuries II | 3 |
| MSAT 6520 | Recognition & Evaluation of Orthopedic Injuries III | 4 |
| MSAT 6530 | Athletic Training Clinical IV | 3 |
| MSAT 6540 | General Medical Conditions | 4 |
| MSAT 6575 | Seminar in Athletic Training III | 3 |
| Hours | 17 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| MSAT 5510 | Psychosocial Aspects of Athletic Training | 3 |
| MSAT 6600 | Research Methods | 3 |
| MSAT 6610 | Case Studies in Athletic Training | 3 |
| MSAT 6630 | Athletic Training Clinical V | 3 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Total Hours | 69 | |
Course options and schedule are subject to change.