Erie, USA
DURATION
5 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
Prevent, Treat, and Rehabilitate Injuries with an Athletic Training Degree from Gannon University
Gannon University’s Master of Athletic Training program prepares students to deliver patient-centered health care through classroom and clinical education experiences. Students will study essential topics including injury prevention, clinical examination and diagnosis, acute care of injuries and illnesses, and more. Students will also be well prepared to sit for the national certification examination through the Board of Certification Inc. Athletic trainers work within a variety of healthcare settings including universities, hospitals and physician offices, industrial settings, performing arts, and more.
- Gain valuable patient experiences available in more than 20 clinical education sites regionally and nationally.
- Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.
- Earn your Master of Athletic Training degree in just five years.
Admissions
Curriculum
Inspire Your Academic Success
Gain real-world knowledge through key athletic training courses including:
- Clinical Application of Care and Prevention in Athletic Training: Develop the essential skill application needed for the prevention, assessment, and treatment of acute and emergent illnesses and injuries.
- Practical Applications of Health and Wellness: Examine the principles of nutrition and exercise activities as relating to injury prevention strategies; learn to design and apply programs for diet planning, aerobic and anaerobic training.
- Clinical Experience: Complete a full-time clinical experience that is designed for immersion in supervised training practice.
Program Outcome
Learn to Lead the Way in Athletic Training
- Program coursework and requirements prepare you to take the board of certification and become a certified athletic trainer.
- Learn to collaborate with physicians, athletic trainers, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality healthcare to various types of patient populations.
- Experience interprofessional opportunities with students from other healthcare professions through the program curriculum.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Promote and support excellence in academic and clinical teaching and learning
- Prepare students to become certified athletic trainers who will be recognized as excellent entry-level professionals
- Provide support and promote the field of the athletic training community.
- Promote, support, and participate in interprofessional education and collaborative practice.
Career Opportunities
Achieve the Possibilities
Students will gain foundational knowledge in the first three years of undergraduate study. These experiences will prepare students for the rigors of graduate school and the athletic training profession. Through these educational opportunities, you can:
- Gain knowledge in kinesiology, exercise physiology, exercise testing and prescription, and care and prevention of athletic injuries.
- Secure your career in a growing field with diverse opportunities that include employment in universities, hospitals, physician offices, performing arts, professional sports, the military, and more.
- Earn an average salary of $49,860 in a career that is projected to grow by 16% by 2029.