Athletic Training, MHSc

Mission Statement

The mission of the MHScAT program is to graduate students with advanced knowledge in practice excellence who have the leadership and clinical skills necessary to promote the profession of athletic training. High priority is placed on active inquiry, critical thinking, and reflective practice to promote athletic trainers who are leaders within the profession and the community. As the first responders for athletic health care of the physically active populations, our mission is to prepare athletic trainers to effectively manage circumstances requiring leadership and competence.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Master of Health Science in Athletic Training Program, graduates will demonstrate the ability to

• engage in personal and professional development and lifelong learning activities in athletic training;
• develop knowledge of fundamental concepts from which one can develop a collaborative approach to solving problems in athletic training;
• apply evidence in decision making associated with current athletic training practice;
• interact in a manner that demonstrates effective communication for various audiences and purposes;
• display qualities of integrity and professionalism in athletic training practice to advance the profession;
• use leadership skills to promote self and profession; and
• conceptualize and make decisions in individual activities with a sense of independence in discovering information, fostering new ideas, and solving athletic training problems

Admission Requirements

Application to the MHScAT program is open to all currently practicing athletic trainers who entered the profession following formal education in a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accredited or licensure preparation academic program. It is expected that all applicants will provide evidence of successful completion of the board-of-certification (BOC) examination, Canadian Athletic Therapists Certification (CAT), or evidence of state licensure/registration in the current location of practice.

Candidates for the MHScAT program must provide the following documents with their online application in order to be considered for the program:

• Official transcripts must be submitted from each college or university previously attended. An official transcript is sent directly to the Student Services Office by the registrar of the issuing institution or it is forwarded in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution.
• TOEFL scores sent directly to the University, if an applicant completed his or her education in a country where English is not the primary language or if the applicant is from a non-English speaking country
• One reference, as required by the program
• Professional résumé or curriculum vitae
• Copy of professional license and/or BOC certification, CAT certification

If the applicant completed his/her education in a foreign country, the applicant must submit an original copy of a degree credentialing evaluation from an agency recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). The evaluation must indicate previous education at the minimum level of a baccalaureate degree earned at an accredited college or university in the United States.

Official transcripts from all previous institutions of higher learning must be submitted directly to the University in accordance with the Application for Admission instructions.

International Students Applying for Admission

Foreign-trained candidates who do not require a student visa to participate in University courses and/or degrees can be considered for admission. The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences does not offer English language services, including instruction. All instruction at the University is conducted in English. To enter the MHScAT program, the following criteria will apply:

• Submit transcripts (original and a translated version, if applicable) and a credentialing evaluation from an agency recognized by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) that provides evidence of training at a level equivalent to that of a bachelor’s degree in the United States.
• Candidates must submit an official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score report if their education was completed in a language other than English or they reside in a non-English speaking country. A minimum score of 550 (paper-based testing), 210 (computer-based testing), or 83 (IBT—Internet based testing) is required.

Notification of Status

The applicant will be notified by e-mail from the University of his or her admission status after all required application materials have been reviewed by the Admissions Committee.

Academic Requirements

To remain in the MHScAT program, the student must

• maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, and
• complete the eight required courses and any four elective courses.

Program Overview

There are 36 required credits that will be taken over the span of 5 trimesters (approximately 20 months).

Core coursework is required (eight courses; 24 credits), while electives can be assembled to achieve an emphasis area (four courses; 12 credits) and can be taken in preferred order. The University will also consider accepting graduate credits from other accredited institutions. Please refer to the transfer credit policy  in this Catalog for further information on transfer credits.

Delivery of MHScAT Coursework

All coursework in the MHScAT program is offered in an online delivery format with the exception of the ATP 6175 - Emergency Athletic Training  course, which requires a fact-to-face residency.

Incomplete Coursework

If a student cannot complete the required work within the predetermined timeframe, he or she will receive a grade of Incomplete (I). The student must then complete the work by the new assigned due date to receive a letter grade. No further extension will be permitted. If the student does not withdraw or complete the requirements within the approved time, the I grade will automatically become a Fail (F) on his or her transcript.

Time Limit

It is required that MHScAT students complete all program requirements within 7 trimesters or 2 years and 4 months. An extension of up to 1 year may be requested. If the Program Director approves the extension, there is an extension fee of $333.00 per trimester.

Tuition and Fees

See Tuition and Fees  section of this Catalog.