Master of Athletic Training

Why Study Athletic Training at Gustavus?

A degree in Athletic Training from Gustavus carries a reputation of excellence as one of the oldest programs in Minnesota. Grounded in a liberal arts curriculum that develops critical thinking for a wide range of clinical scenarios, you will gain the skills and training for an array of careers in this ever-evolving field.

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Master's Information

The 3-2 program option is for students to obtain a bachelor’s and a master’s degree from Gustavus in five years. The 4-2 option is for students who have a BA from another institution or Gustavus and want to obtain their master’s degree from Gustavus. The MAT program will have up to 20 slots; 10 of those will be held for Gustavus students and will be released if they go unclaimed.

 

Master's Program Credits: 69
 

Master's Program Course Catalog

What Can I Do With a Degree in Athletic Training?

What Can I Do With a Degree in Athletic Training?

The Athletic Training is adaptable - and valuable - leading to many different fields and fulfilling careers. Here are a few popular paths, but a Gustavus degree can take you anywhere.

  • Performance Enhancement Management
  • Strength & Conditioning Coaching
  • Biomechanics
  • Consultation

$69,189 Average salary 5 years post graduation
— Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the U.S. Census Bureau

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After Gustavus

After Gustavus

Gusties who pursue Athletic Training are prepared for a variety of jobs and graduate programs at other top-tier organizations. Here's where some recent grads have landed and what they're doing:

  • Clinical Athletic Trainer for Allina Health Orthopedics

  • Athletic Trainer at Twin Cities Orthopedics

  • Head Football Athletic Trainer at Eastern New Mexico University

  • Athletic Trainer at Mayo Clinic

  • Patient Care Coordinator at Twins Cities Orthopedics

  • Injury Prevention Specialists at Fit for Work

  • Athletic Trainer at Bloomington Kennedy High School with TRIA Orthopedics

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Course Examples

Interested in pursuing a Master's of Athletic Training? Here are some of the key courses offered within this program.

ATP 500 Foundational Concepts in Athletic Training

Foundational Concepts in Athletic Training. This course provides students with knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of an athletic trainer and sports medicine team. The course will provide a foundation in the prevention and care of emergent injuries and illness encountered in a physically active population. Topics include acute/emergency care, risk management, orthopedic taping, wrapping, bracing, and equipment fitting. Must be a student in the Master of Athletic Training program.

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ATP 501 Assessment in Athletic Training I

Assessment in Athletic Training I: Introduction to Evaluation and Evidence-based Practice. In this course, students will learn the basics of injury and illness assessment, including taking a medical history, vitals assessment, and performing tests essential to the evaluation of injuries illnesses of physically active individuals. Students will also engage in understanding evidence-based practice and its role in healthcare systems.

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ATP 520 Advanced Anatomy for the Healthcare Provider

Advanced Anatomy for the Healthcare Provider. An advanced masters-level course on the concepts of anatomy for students studying to be healthcare providers. Students will utilize cadaver dissection and other methods to visualize anatomical structures and understand the standard and pathological kinematics of the joints of the human body in order to apply the concepts to injury and illness evaluation.

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