Master of Athletic Training (MAT)
Master Athletic Training Today
Athletic trainers are healthcare professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide prevention, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. The first professional master’s program in the state of South Carolina, Charleston Southern University’s athletic training program prepares students to become well-rounded, clinically sound, professional certified athletic trainers.
In addition, the coursework and clinical experiences provide future athletic trainers with the knowledge, skills and abilities to function as an integral member of the healthcare team. CSU also offers a 3+2 dual degree program for students who want to complete their BS in kinesiology and master of athletic training in five years. Learn more here.
The athletic training program’s mission is to provide an educational setting and opportunities that demonstrate dedication to the preparation of servant leaders that excel in the field of athletic training, grounded on an evidence-based approach. Initially accredited in 2003, the athletic training program has a history of excellence on the Board of Certification (BOC) exam and in the profession of athletic training with alumni practicing across the United States. Please refer to the CAATE Program Information and Outcomes page for programmatic information on BOC Exam pass rates, graduation and retention rates, and employment rate. Diversity, equity, and inclusion data can be found here.
“If you are looking for an experience that is going to change you, go to CSU.”
Your Degree
This program provides immersive clinical experiences with biblical truths infused in the curriculum. The rigorous didactic and clinical education program spans 22 months with a strong emphasis in evidence-based clinical examination, diagnosis of injuries sustained by physically active patients.
Your Facilities
In spring 2016, Charleston Southern opened a new 2,000-square-foot state-of-the-art Athletic Training Program Lab. The building serves as a classroom for kinesiology courses and labs and also the office of the program director for physical education.
Your College
Charleston Southern’s College of Health Sciences is committed to providing our students with an education based on contemporary scientific research, practical application, and the skill set to help them excel in their future professional endeavor.
Timeframe
The Master of Athletic Training program is full-time, 22 month program. This includes 65 total credit hours.
Application Requirements
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- Graduate Application
- Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0
- Resume
- Official transcripts from ALL institutions attended
- Two signed letters of recommendation
- Prerequisite coursework*
*For full application requirements and prerequisite coursework information, check MAT Admissions.
In the Athletic Training program, you’ll take courses like…
- Psychosocial Aspects of Injury Management
- Therapeutic Modalities
- Clinical Diagnosis & Therapeutic Intervention
- Therapeutic Exercise
- Immersive Clinical Practice in Athletic Training
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