Accelerated Master of Science in Athletic Training (M.S.A.T.)
About
Athletic trainers are certified medical professionals who specialize in the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of emergent, acute or chronic injuries and medical conditions. An entry-level job as an athletic trainer requires a master’s degree, so the University of Maine offers this innovative and accelerated, five-year program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Physical Education (Exercise Science – Pre-Athletic Training concentration) and a Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT).
Our program offers a science-based curriculum that provides the foundation for a career in athletic training. Classroom and laboratory experiences are designed to provide the student with an applied understanding of the scientific basis of athletic training in different populations. As Maine’s only NCAA Division I school, UMaine offers a wealth of hands-on and real-world experiences right at students’ fingertips. Our Athletic Training programs are accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
Click here to view our CAATE Program Information and Outcomes page.
This page contains information for prospective students who do not have a bachelor’s degree. For students who already have a bachelor’s degree, we also offer a traditional two-year MSAT program.
Program Highlights
Requirements
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Program Delivery
For the first three years, students complete undergraduate coursework toward a bachelor’s in Kinesiology and Physical Education (Exercise Science – Pre-Athletic Training). Early in the second semester of year two, students signal their intention to carry on in the hybrid program and prepare to begin the graduate program. In order to do so, students submit transcripts to the Athletic Training program director for review to ensure completion of and minimum grades in prerequisite coursework. Upon acceptance, students can begin taking graduate-level courses in their fourth year.
Students may opt for either a non-thesis or thesis track for completing the MSAT degree program.
For the first year and a half of the graduate program, students take in-person courses at the University of Maine in Orono. During their final semester, coursework can be completed online through video conferencing either asynchronously or synchronously. This allows students the opportunity to complete their final, immersive clinical education experience anywhere in the United States, while still taking their final courses.
Advising & Support
The College of Education and Human Development provides students with academic guidance and personal support before they set foot on campus through graduation and beyond. Our professional advising team and student support staff build genuine relationships and provide timely information to help you navigate your program, college life, internships, work and whatever else is on your plate.
Program Learning Outcomes
By the end of the MSAT program, students will have the skills and knowledge necessary to uphold the BOC’s practice standards for certified athletic trainers:
Careers
Jobs for college graduates of certified athletic training degree programs are growing much faster than the average for all professions. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, median pay for athletic trainers is $60,250 per year and the number of athletic training jobs is expected to grow by 11% over the next decade. Traditionally, athletic trainers are employed in sports medicine settings, where they provide care for individuals participating in all levels of athletics. In addition, the number of athletic trainers is growing in fields such as health care, the military, public safety, performing arts, occupational health and safety, and more, according to national, regional and state employment data.
At a Glance
College of Education & Human Development
Degree Level
Undergraduate Major
Master
Degree Earned
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Physical Education
Master of Science in Athletic Training
Mode of Study
In-Person
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Featured Courses
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Scholarships
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Accreditation
The Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). All graduates of the MSAT program are eligible to sit for the initial Board of Certification (BOC) Exam for Athletic Trainers, pending CAATE approval. Once they pass the exam, certified athletic trainers are able to easily achieve state licensure wherever they choose to practice.
National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) statement
This program will prepare students to be eligible for licensure within the State of Maine. Visit the UMS State Authorization & Licensure page to learn more about the licensure requirements in other states and territories, in addition to the contact information needed to inquire further into the licensure requirements associated with this program.
Next Steps
Contact
Education & Human Development
Christopher Nightingale
Associate Professor of Athletic Training and Physical Education
Lengyel Hall
umaine.edu/edhd
P
207.581.2441
International
Chadbourne Hall, Room 122
go.umaine.edu/international-undergraduate-admissions/
P
207.581.3437
F
207.581.2920
