Master of Science - Athletic Training

A career in athletic training and sports medicine offers you more opportunities than ever, but completion of a master’s degree in athletic training is now a requirement for athletic trainers. At the University of Central Missouri, the program provides the education and training students need to be eligible for the Board of Certification (BOC) exam and state licensure.

The mission of the athletic training program at the University of Central Missouri is to produce life-long learners, critical thinkers, and engaged leaders who are ready to take their place in the dynamic world of professional healthcare. The program prepares future athletic trainers to succeed in an integrated healthcare community through the use of evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes. With a variety of innovative and dynamic learning opportunities, the athletic training program provides the tools necessary to become professionally prepared and to ultimately foster the confidence to allow the student to succeed in the ever-changing world of healthcare.