Master of Science in Athletic Training

The Department of Kinesiology & Military Science offers a program leading to the Master of Science degree in Athletic Training. The Athletic Training Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.
The Master of Science in Athletic Training Program is a selective and competitive admissions program. The Master of Science in Athletic Training Program (MS in AT Program) is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). The MS in AT Program at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is a two-year, 57-credit hour program consisting of formal classroom instruction and a wide variety of hands-on experiences. This may include clinical time with the institution's NCAA Division I intercollegiate sports teams as well as several other activity organizations such as cheer, dance, ROTC and the campus recreation center. In addition to on-campus experiences, students get hands-on clinical experience at affiliate sites including physical therapy clinics, orthopedic clinics, family practice clinics, and local high schools. Upon completing the degree program, students will have met the CAATE educational requirements and are eligible to sit for the Board of Certification (BOC) national examination to practice Athletic Training. Students would also be eligible for Texas Licensure for Athletic Training, or other state licensure programs outside of Texas.

The Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi Athletic Training Program is devoted to excellence in instruction, research, and service. The Athletic Training Program provides a challenging, comprehensive student-centered learning environment preparing students to excel at the professional level as a productive and engaged athletic trainer. The program incorporates the values of a supportive academic and clinical community, which promotes professional leadership, and ethical conduct through an abundance of active learning opportunities. Students are prepared for employment in high schools, colleges, professional sports, medical clinics, advanced scientific study and for successful collaboration with other allied health practitioners and in diverse patient populations.

Documentation of Health Physical by a Medical Doctor Proof of Current Vaccination Series Medical documentation for students allergic to immunizations may be provided Proof of Current TB Test (within the past month) and/or medical documentation Signed Technical Standards Acknowledgment Form Three Professional Recommendations You can provide the information for three professional references and forms will be sent to your references to fill out here. Students must submit official transcripts from all institutions attended with a demonstrated 3.0 cumulative GPA Documentation of completion of the prerequisite courses utilizing the Pre-Requisite Course Self-Audit Form Official TOEFL score minimum paper-based score of 550 or internet-based score of 79-80 Official IELTS score minimum 6.5 GPA- 3