Master of Science in Athletic Training(MSAT)

Why a Master of Science in Athletic Training?

The Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) Program is a professional post-baccalaureate program for non-McKendree students who want to enter the profession of athletic training. Students enter the program as a cohort. The 54-hour curriculum is rigorous and challenging combining the 8th edition of the practice analysis by the Board of Certification (BOC), National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Executive Council for Education (ECE), and the curriculum standards required of the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). The two-year program extends over six semesters in a sequential order involving two 8-week summer sessions and four 16-week sessions.

McKendree also offers a 4+1 Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Sports Performance and Master of Science in Athletic Training. The 4+1 Direct Entry Route is for first-year students and transfer students entering McKendree University. This allows students to complete both the undergraduate and graduate degree in 5 years.