The program provides students with knowledge and skills in the prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and general medical conditions. The Master of Science in Athletic Training program is specifically designed to prepare students for a career in allied health care as a certified athletic trainer. Athletic trainers are currently employed in colleges and universities, public and private high schools, corporations, physical therapy clinics, professional organizations, the military, factories, and hospitals (www.nata.org - National Athletic Trainers’ Association). Seventy percent of all Certified Athletic Trainers hold at least a masters degree. The MS in Athletic Training program at Weber State University is specifically designed for students who already possess a bachelor’s degree in a related allied health or exercise science area. However, students with a bachelor's degree in a different field could enter the program after meeting the pre-requisite coursework. Students must complete pre-requisite coursework prior to admission and all 53 graduate credits. Clinical Rotations - Students will complete a variety of clinical rotations with Division I-AA WSU athletics teams, high schools athletics, sports medicine/physical therapy clinics, and physician's offices. There will also be many opportunities to work with other health care professionals at marathons, triathlons, semi-pro hockey games, and rodeos, just to name a few.
