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Athletic Training, MS

Program Information and Admission Application

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Athletic Training Mission Statement

The mission of the athletic training program at the University of Central Missouri is to produce life-long learners, critical thinkers, and engaged leaders who are ready to take their place in the dynamic world of professional healthcare. The program prepares future athletic trainers to succeed in an integrated healthcare community through the use of evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes. With a variety of innovative and dynamic learning opportunities, the athletic training program provides the tools necessary to become professionally prepared and to ultimately foster the confidence to allow the student to succeed in the ever-changing world of healthcare.

Vision Statement

Building upon the University’s historical charter, the University of Central Missouri Athletic Training Program strives to be regionally recognized as a leader in athletic training education. The program seeks to develop engaged practitioners in an integrated and collaborative medical model emphasizing evidence-based clinical application and professional development in a continually evolving healthcare environment.

Program Values

Integrity - Curiosity - Inclusion - Partnership - Engagement

Program Handbooks

 

 

University of Central Missouri Program History and Accreditation Status

  • 1969: Dr. Ronald “Doc” VanDam, professor and head athletic trainer at the University of Central Missouri established an athletic training internship program in 1969. At that time, students could become athletic trainers by completing an internship program such as the one developed at UCM.
  • 2000: During the early 2000s, education requirements changed, ending the ability for students to become athletic trainers by completing an internship program. University officials were incredibly supportive of the program and the work of Dr. Van Dam. As such, the university allowed the program to continue compliance with the changing athletic training education requirements, paving the way for the transition to a bachelor’s level degree program. During this time, Dr. Van Dam retired in 2000, passing the program to our current director, Dr. Brian Hughes. Dr. Hughes successfully led the bachelor’s degree program to full accreditation in 2007; it has maintained accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) for the last 14 years.
  • 2015: In 2015, CAATE required athletic training education to transition yet again. New guidelines require the move from an undergraduate program to a graduate program. With the university's continued support, and to comply with new accreditation standards, the University of Central Missouri Athletic Training Program has decided to likewise transition. We will sunset the Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training degree program and graduate our final undergraduate cohort in spring 2021.
  • 2021: Admitted our first cohort of graduate students in the Master of Science in Athletic Training.
  • 2023: April 21, 2023 - Notified by the CAATE that we were granted 5 years of Initial Accreditation to the Professional Athletic Training Program.

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Program Goals and Student Learning Outcomes

Goal 1

 

Students will demonstrate the necessary core knowledge, and clinical reasoning to become a certified athletic trainer.

Outcomes

 

  • Students will be prepared to pass the BOC Exam. 

  • Students will have the knowledge and skills to graduate from MSAT

  • Students will have the skills necessary to be employable as an athletic trainer.

  • Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze information and draw conclusions based upon critical evaluation, the professional code of ethics, and all applicable laws and regulations.

Goal 2

 

Students will participate in professional development,  leadership development, and professional  collaboration.

Outcomes

 

  • Students will have the skills to professionally socialize and become lifelong learners.

  • Students will identify continuing education opportunities post certification

  • Students will identify and analyze their own personal leadership style

  • Students will have the knowledge and skills to successfully practice interprofessional collaboration in the workforce.

Goal 3

 

Students will learn to appreciate and assess diversity in culture and community to improve patient outcomes.

Outcomes

 

  • Students will be able to continually self reflect on their personal views of diversity.

  • Students will use appropriate nomenclature and recognize health disparities in a diverse patient population.

  • Students will demonstrate the ability to work with a diverse patient population.

 

Master of Science in Athletic Training Admissions Criteria

 

Processes and Procedures

  • A student must first be admitted to the University Graduate School. All application materials for the graduate school can be found at https://ATCAS.liaisoncas.com/applicant-ux/#/deeplink/programSearch/organization/239528099887053094. Information regarding the MSAT can be found at www.ucmo.edu/msat. Questions regarding the Master of Science Degree in Athletic Training should be directed to bhughes@ucmo.edu.
  • After acceptance into the graduate school and all MSAT required materials are received, you will be contacted for an interview. The interview may be conducted on campus if the applicant is within reasonable driving distance or via remote teleconference.
  • The program admits students into the summer term only. The program will have rolling admissions until April 15. All information must be received by the program no later than April 15 (unofficial transcripts are permissible until the bachelor’s degree is confirmed). Students will be notified of their conditional admittance into the program by April 30. Final criteria for program admission is an official transcript from the institution where their bachelor’s degree was earned. This should be received by the program no later than 10 working days after the bachelor’s degree was earned. Failure to comply with these dates may impact your acceptance into the program.
    • Note that the application process takes approximately 4 weeks. Please plan accordingly to the due date of April 15.

Programmatic Prerequisites

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
  • Minimum 3.00 GPA (based on a 4.00 scale)
  • Minimum 3.00 GPA (based on a 4.00 scale) on the following prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of “C” or higher:
    • General Biology and lab - 3-4 credit hours
    • Human Anatomy, Physiology and Lab - 4-8 credit hours
    • Chemistry and Lab - 3-4 credit hours
    • Nutrition - 3 credit hours
    • Statistics - 3 credit hours
    • General Psychology OR Lifespan and Development - 3 credit hours
    • Exercise Physiology - 3 credit hours
    • Physics OR Biomechanics - 3 credit hours
  • Articulation of courses determined by the review of the ATP Admissions Committee.

International Considerations

  • For International students seeking admission into the program, additional requirements apply:
    • For full admission to the Athletic Training Master’s Program, international students must submit English proficiency scores with a minimum of 6.0 IELTS-Academic or 79 iBT TOEFL. The Revised TOEFL Paper-delivered Test (RTPDT) scores of Reading: 20, Writing: 20, and Listening: 20 are also accepted by UCM for full admission.
    • Applicants who do not meet the minimum required English proficiency scores may apply for conditional admission to the program. All conditionally-admitted students must successfully complete the Intensive English Program prior to enrolling in courses for the MS in Athletic Training program.  Students who are accepted conditionally do not need to reapply to the Athletic Training program.

Additional Application Materials

The following documents can be found and submitted in the individual student application portal:

  • Technical Standards Form (Signed by your healthcare provider)
  • Physical Examination Form (Signed by your healthcare provider)
  • Three reference forms (one must be from a faculty members)
  • A curriculum vitae or resume
  • A personal statement of professional and educational goals, 3-5 pages.
  • Official transcript where bachelor’s  degree was earned.
    • If an official transcript is unavailable, an unofficial transcript will be accepted until the degree is awarded and official transcript is available
  • Proof of current personal medical/health insurance
  • Proof of current immunization records for the following:
    • Hepatitis B series
    • Meningitis
    • Tdap (Tetanus, Diptheria, Pertussis)
    • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
    • Varicella (Chickenpox) or verification of prior Varicella infection
    • Polio
      • Note: Yearly tuberculosis screening and annual flu shots will be required as part of the program. Deadlines for these will be made available once in the program
      • Note: You may be required to obtain additional vaccinations per clinical site affiliation agreements
  • Drug Test and Criminal Background Screening
  • In-person or virtual interview with MSAT Steering Committee

 

Program Details

Required Courses

AT 5610 Clinical Athletic Training Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 3
AT 5620 Responding to Medical Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
AT 5630 Principles of Athletic Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . . . . 3
AT 5640 Orthopedic Assessment: Lower Extremity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
AT 5650 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
AT 5660 Therapeutic Modalities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
AT 5670 Orthopedic Assessment: Upper Extremity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
AT 5680 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  . 3
AT 5690 Therapeutic Rehabilitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
AT 6610 Medical Aspects and Interventions in Athletic Training . . . . 4
AT 6620 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
AT 6630 Management and Professionalism in Athletic Training . . . .  3
AT 6640 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
AT 6650 Seminar in Athletic Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  3
AT 6660 Internship in Athletic Training. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .6
KIN 5900 Introduction to Research in Kinesiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
MINIMUM GRADUATE HOUR TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 52

 

Course Catalog Descriptions

AT 5610 Clinical Athletic Training Methods (3) A foundational approach to therapeutic rehabilitation, program design and implementation for conditions in the active population. Additional fee is associated with this course. Co-requisite: AT 5620 and AT 5630. SU.

AT 5620 Responding to Emergencies (3) Management of accident, injury, and illness situations for the Athletic Trainer. Concepts of patient centered care involving referral, legal/ethical considerations and legal aspects will be discussed. Co-requisite: AT 5610 and AT 5630. Additional fee is associated with this course. SU.

AT 5630 Principles of Athletic Training (3) Provide the athletic training student with the foundational knowledge of the Athletic Training profession. Discuss prevention, recognition, mechanism and management of injuries and general medical conditions.. Co-requisite: AT 5610 and AT 5620. Additional course fee is associated with this course. SU.

AT 5640 Orthopedic Assessment: Lower Extremity (3) (3: 2 Lecture, 1 Lab) Common types of orthopedic dysfunctions in the lower extremity will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed upon mechanism of injury, pathology, recognition/evaluation techniques, protocols, and prevention in patient centered care. Pre-requisites: AT 5610, AT 5620, and AT 5630. Co- requisites: AT 5650 and AT 5660. FA.

AT 5650 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum I (3) The evaluation of orthopedic conditions occurring to the lower extremity. Clinical assignment to Clinical Preceptors will occur during the semester to assess clinical learning/implementation. Pre-requisites: AT 5610, AT 5620, and AT 5630. Co-requisite: AT 5640 and AT 5660. Additional fee is associated with this course. FA.

AT 5660 Therapeutic Modalities (3) (3: 2 Lecture, 1 Lab). Principles related to the physiological effects, treatment parameters, intended outcomes utilizing Evidence Based Medicine in the practical application of the various modalities discussed. Pre-requisites: AT 5610, AT 5620, and AT 5630. Co-requisites: AT 5640 and AT 5650. FA.

AT 5670 Orthopedic Assessment: Upper Extremity (3) (3: 2 Lecture, 1 Lab). Common types of orthopedic dysfunctions in the upper extremity will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed upon mechanism of injury, pathology, recognition/evaluation techniques, protocols, and prevention in patient centered care. Pre-requisites: AT 5610, AT 5620, AT 5630, AT 5640, AT 5650, and AT 5660. Co-requisite: AT 5680 and AT 5690. SP.

AT 5680 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum II (3) The evaluation of orthopedic conditions occurring to the upper extremity. Clinical assignment to Clinical Preceptors will occur during the semester to assess clinical learning/implementation. Pre-requisites: AT 5610, AT 5620, AT 5630, AT 5640, AT 5650, and AT 5660. Co-requisite: AT 5670 and AT 5690. Additional fee is associated with this course. SP.

AT 5690 Therapeutic Rehabilitation (3) Building upon the foundation from AT 5610, this course will bridge theory into clinical application of rehabilitation concepts across the entire spectrum of a patient care. Pre-requisites: AT 5610, AT 5620, AT 5630, AT 5640, AT 5650, and AT 5660. Co-requisites: AT 5670, and AT 5680. SP.

AT 6610 Medical Aspects and Interventions in Athletic Training (4) The course provides an overview of concepts related to the general medical evaluation, conditions, and treatments commonly seen in a diverse and active population. Prerequisite(s): AT 5610AT 5620AT 5630AT 5640AT 5650AT 5660AT 5670AT 5680AT 5690 and admission to the MSAT program. Corequisite(s): AT 6620. An additional fee is associated with this course.

AT 6620 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum III (3) The theoretical and clinical application of diagnostic instrumentations along with the interpretations and findings to assist in medical diagnosis and treatment. Clinical assignment to Clinical Preceptors will occur during the semester to assess clinical learning/implementation. Additional course fees apply. Pre-requisites: AT 5610, AT 5620, AT 5630, AT 5640, AT 5650, AT 5660, AT 5670, AT 5680, and AT 5690. Co-requisite: AT 6610. SU.

AT 6630 Management and Professionalism in Athletic Training (3) Discussions in legal/ethical practice, resource management, professional responsibility, inter-professional relationships and medical facility management. Pre-requisites: AT 5610, AT 5620, AT 5630, AT 5640, AT 5650, AT 5660, AT 5670, AT 5680, AT 5690, AT 6610, and AT 6620. Co- requisite: AT 6640 and PE 5900. FA.

AT 6640 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum IV (3) Emphasis will be placed upon the application of athletic training skills in emergency care, orthopedic appliances, and therapeutic intervention as directed by orthopedic assessment findings in the clinical setting. Clinical assignment to Clinical Preceptors will occur during the semester to assess clinical learning/implementation. Additional fee is associated with this course. Pre-requisites: AT 5610, AT 5620, AT 5630, AT 5640, AT 5650, AT 5660, AT 5670, AT 5680, AT 5690, AT 6610, and AT 6620. Co-requisite: AT 6630 and PE 5900. FA.

AT 6650 Seminar in Athletic Training (3) The course will prepare students for their national board exam, state licensing requirements, and entry level professional practice. Prerequisite(s): AT 5610AT 5620AT 5630AT 5640AT 5650AT 5660AT 5670AT 5680AT 5690AT 6610AT 6620AT 6630AT 6640 and admission to the MSAT program. Corequisite(s): AT 6660. An additional fee is associated with this course.

AT 6660 Internship in Athletic Training (6) The course will provide students the opportunity for a clinical immersive experiences and prepare them for the day to day tasks of an athletic trainer. Prerequisite(s): AT 5610AT 5620AT 5630AT 5640AT 5650AT 5660AT 5670AT 5680AT 5690AT 6610AT 6620AT 6630AT 6640 and admission to the MSAT program. Corequisite(s): AT 6650  An additional fee is associated with this course.

Student Outcomes

Tuition and Fees Calculators

Cost Calculators

Lab fees associated with AT courses:


AT 5610 - Clinical Athletic Training Methods - $145

AT 5620 - Responding to Emergencies - $55

AT 5630 - Principles of Athletic Training - $160

AT 5660 - Therapeutic Modalities - $35

AT 6620 - Clinical Athletic Training Practicum III- $65

*Additional fees may be associated with certain clinical placements sites as dictated by the site.

Scholarships and Funding Opportunities

1) Dr. Ronald VanDam Athletic Training Student Scholarship

Since 1995, the VanDam Scholarship has been awarded to those deserving students who embody the spirit of Dr. Ronald “Doc” VanDam as a future athletic trainer. The Doc Van Dam scholarship is named after our founder! 

A total of 32 scholarships valued at $30,100 were awarded between 2011 and 2020!!!

2) The MSAT Admissions Scholarship:

The first five admitted student to the ATP are eligible to apply for the program’s admission scholarship. The scholarship is valued at $300 and each student must individually apply for this scholarship if they so choose to seek this funding.

For more information on these scholarships, please see the UCM Scholarship website listed below.

https://www.ucmo.edu/future-students/financing-your-education/scholarships/

Plan of Study

Summer 1
AT 5610 Clinical Athletic Training Methods 3
  AT 5620 Responding to Medical Emergencies 3
  AT 5630 Principles of Athletic Training 3
Fall 1 AT 5640
Orthopedic Assessment: Lower Extremity
3
  AT 5650
Clinical Athletic Training Practicum I
3
  AT 5660
Therapeutic Modalities
3
Spring 1 AT 5670
Orthopedic Assessment: Upper Extremity
3
  AT 5680 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum II 3
  AT 5690 Therapeutic Rehabilitation  3
Summer 2  AT 6610 Medical Aspects and Interventions in Athletic Training 4
  AT 6620 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum III 3
Fall 2 AT 6630 Management and Professionalism in Athletic Training 3
  AT 6640 Clinical Athletic Training Practicum IV 3
  KIN 5900 Introduction to Research in Kinesiology 3
Spring 2 AT 6650 Seminar in Athletic Training 3
  AT 6660 Internship in Athletic Training 6

Clinical Site Information

Student Placement at Clinical Rotations

Summer 1: There are no clinical responsibilities during this semester.
Fall 1: The athletic training student will spend time with both UCM intercollegiate athletics and area high school athletic programs.
Spring 1: The athletic training student will spend time with UCM intercollegiate athletics.
Summer 2: The athletic training student will spend time with local area physicians in both the clinical and hospital settings.
Fall 2: The athletic training student will spend time with area high school athletic programs.
Spring 2: The athletic training student will complete an immersion experience at one of our approved clinical sites.

 

Current Affiliated Sites

 

We currently have affiliated sites in the following settings:

  •  College/universities
  • Hospitals
  • High Schools

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