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Master of Athletic Training Program

The Master of Athletic Training program at Nebraska Wesleyan University is a two-year post-baccalaureate graduate program designed for qualified students. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education and aims to prepare students for a career in athletic training.

Program Overview

The Master of Athletic Training program is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to practice in a variety of settings, while allowing opportunities for intellectual and personal growth within the framework of a liberal arts education. The program features a comprehensive curriculum that includes classroom and clinical experiences, as well as research and professional development opportunities.

Program Goals

The program has several goals, including:

• Providing students with diverse classroom and clinical experiences that allow them to be active learners
• Preparing students to pass the Board of Certification (BOC) exam, with a goal of at least an 80% first-time pass rate
• Developing students who act as ethical and responsible athletic training professionals

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate mastery of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of an entry-level athletic trainer
• Be prepared for employment in a variety of athletic training and healthcare settings
• Employ skills and communication techniques appropriate for serving diverse patient populations
• Recognize the importance of being involved in and networked through professional organizations
• Value ethical principles and behavior required of a healthcare professional

Curriculum

The program consists of 51 hours of coursework, including:

• ATTR 5000: Fundamentals of Athletic Training
• ATTR 5010: Athletic Training Clinical Experience I
• ATTR 5020: Athletic Training Clinic Experience II
• ATTR 5030: Athletic Training Clinical Experience III
• ATTR 5040: Athletic Training Clinical Experience IV
• ATTR 5050: Athletic Training Clinical Experience V
• ATTR 5060: Athletic Training Clinical Experience VI
• ATTR 5100: Anatomical Dissection
• ATTR 5330: Health Assessment
• ATTR 5350: Organization and Administration of Athletic Training
• ATTR 5400: Physical Examination of Lower Extremity
• ATTR 5410: Physical Examination of Upper Extremity
• ATTR 5450: Therapeutic Modalities
• ATTR 5510: Research and Statistics in Evidence-based Practice
• ATTR 5520: Applied Research and Statistics in Athletic Training I
• ATTR 5530: Applied Research and Statistics in Athletic Training II
• ATTR 5600: Rehabilitation of Athletic Injuries
• ATTR 5700: Pharmacology and Nutrition
• ATTR 5980: Athletic Training Exam Prep
• ATTR 5990: Athletic Training Graduate Seminar

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, students must:

• Complete the application on ATCAS.com
• Earn a grade point average of 3.0 with junior standing at Nebraska Wesleyan University in the Exercise Science (Pre-AT) major, or earn a 3.0 grade point average and hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university at the time of enrollment
• Satisfactorily complete (C or better) pre-requisite courses, including:
  • Anatomy (1 course with lab)
  • Physiology (1 course with lab)
  • Biology (1 course)
  • Chemistry (1 course)
  • Exercise Physiology (1 course)
  • Biomechanics (1 course)
  • Psychology (1 course)
  • Nutrition (1 course)
• Submit a resume that documents previous volunteer work, internship, and/or work experience
• Complete 50 hours of documented observation under a Certified Athletic Trainer
• Include two reference letters that speak to the applicant's readiness for graduate work, with at least one reference from an allied health professional

Application Deadlines

The application for the Summer 2026 cohort is now open, with the following deadlines:

• Early decision: January 15 (application opens July 1)
• Rolling basis: After January 15, until the cohort is full

Accreditation

The Master of Athletic Training program at Nebraska Wesleyan University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.