Master of Science in Athletic Training
Grand View’s Master of Science in Athletic Training degree offers a rigorous program to prepare students for a rewarding career as a certified athletic trainer. The program focuses on evidence-based practice using the latest technology and research. Students will gain hands-on experience with athletic trainers and other health care professionals working in multiple settings.
Grand View University is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) located at 2001 K Street NW, Third Floor North Washington, DC 20006. The program will have its next comprehensive review during the (2033-2034) academic year.
Application Deadlines:
The application deadline for fall 2024 has passed. The application deadline for the fall 2025 semester is May 31, 2025.
Why Grand View?
- Grand View is located in the largest metro area in Iowa, giving you access to more sports medicine experiences.
- Learning opportunities in multiple settings, including high schools, colleges, health care providers and clinics.
- Experienced faculty devoted to students athletic training education and experiences.
- Newly remodeled facility with a dedicated classroom, laboratory space, and a sports medicine clinic with the latest technology and equipment.
- A rigorous academic program focused on evidence-based practice and the latest research in athletic training.
- Grand View offers the first entry-level master's program in Iowa.
View the MSAT Policy & Procedure Manual
Admission and Program Requirements |
Admission Requirements
- You must have earned a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution, evidenced by a transcript OR show you are on track for graduation before enrollment in the MSAT.
- Transcript(s) that ensure completion of required prerequisites and/or sufficient academic performance.
- Complete the application for admission.
- Complete 25 hours of observation under the direct supervision of a BOC-certified athletic trainer (refer to * above)
- Meet the technical standards
- Current CPR/AED Certification
Submit the following:
- Include a statement of purpose with application that addresses:
1) the student’s interest in the program, including the identification of short-term and long-term career goals
2) the skills and experiences the student will contribute to the program
3) expectations the student has of the program.
- A professional resume.
- Transcript from institution where bachelor's degree was earned
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Two letters of recommendation (one of which must be from a faculty member who can attest to the student's ability to successfully engage in graduate study)
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Documentation of required prerequisite courses:
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Nutrition or Sports Nutrition
- Biomechanics, Kinesiology, or Physics
- Exercise Physiology
- Statistics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Psychology
Program Requirements
The following requirements will be met after acceptance but prior to the start of classes:
- Background Check
- Liability Insurance
- Up-to-date vaccinations
- Individual health insurance
- Physical
Applications can be submitted through ATCAS, our online system or directly to:
Dr.Jessica Edler Nye
Master of Science in Athletic Training
Grand View University
1200 Grandview Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50316
The MSAT reviews applications on a rolling admissions cycle that closes May 31st each year.
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Course Requirements |
Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher throughout the athletic training curriculum. Course grades of 70% or lower will not be counted towards graduation in the MSAT program. Students must also receive and 80% or higher in each clinical rotation course or they will not be allowed to move on to the next clinical rotation. Courses may be repeated once. Failure to meet these standards will result in removal from the MSAT program.
Requirements (55 credits)
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ATGR 500 |
Foundations in Athletic Training |
1 credit |
ATGR 501 |
Introduction to Emergency Care
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3 credits
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ATGR 509 |
Evaluation and Management I/Lab |
4 credits
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ATGR 510 |
Evaluation and Management II/Lab |
4 credits
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ATGR 513 |
Evaluation and Management III |
3 credits
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ATGR 520 |
Patient Centered Approach to Healthcare |
1 credit
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ATGR 522 |
Therapeutic Interventions I |
3 credits |
ATGR 523 |
Therapeutic Interventions II |
3 credits |
ATGR 531 |
General Medical Conditions |
4 credits |
ATGR 536 |
Organization and Administration in Athletic Training |
3 credits |
ATGR 541 |
Clinical I: Athletic Training Experience |
3 credits |
ATGR 542 |
Clinical II: Athletic Training Experience |
3 credits |
ATGR 551 |
Clinical III: Immersion Experience in Athletic Training |
6 credits |
ATGR 552 |
Clinical IV: Immersion Experience in Athletic Training |
6 credits |
ATGR 560 |
Psychosocial Interventions in Athletic Training |
2 credits |
ATGR 580 |
Research Methods & Evidence-Based Practice in Athletic Training |
3 credits |
ATGR 590 |
Seminar in Athletic Training |
3 credits |
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Athletic Training (3 + 2) |
Looking for fast-track toward becoming an athletic trainer? How does completion in five years at Grand View University sound?
Grand View University's Kinesiology and Athletic Training program have partnered to streamline the process of students graduating with both a Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology and a Master of Science in Athletic Training. Following the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) standards, our students will be in full alignment with accreditation and have the ability to sit for the national certification test needed to become an athletic trainer.
Students who participate in this program will be expected to fulfill a 155 credit-hour course load. The initial 100 credit hour will be completed in the undergraduate courses and the remaining 55 will be completed at the graduate level. Student will follow the same admissions criteria as the traditional program and can apply any time during their 3rd year of study. These students will graduate with their undergraduate degree after year 4 and with their master’s degree after year 5.
Requirements (66-68 credits)
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Prerequisites (15 Credits)
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BIOL 101 |
General Biology 1 |
4 credits |
BIOL 160 |
Human Anatomy |
4 credits |
BIOL 165 |
Human Physiology |
4 credits |
PSYC 101 |
General Psychology |
3 credits |
KINH Core (20 credits)
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KINH 155 |
Careers in KINH |
1 credit |
KINH 188 |
Personal and Community Health |
3 credits |
KINH 205 |
Lifetime Fitness and Wellness |
3 credits |
KINH 247 |
Leadership Skills for Conditioning / Strength Training |
1 credit |
BIOL 140 |
Intro to Nutrition |
3 credits |
ATGR 541 |
Clinical I: Athletic Training Experience |
3 credits |
ATGR 542 |
Clinical II: Athletic Training Experience |
3 credits |
KINH 450 |
Senior Seminar |
3 credits |
Pre-Athletic Training Concentration (31-33 credits)
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ATGR 501 |
Introduction to Emergency Care
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3 credits
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KINH 351 |
Exercise Psychology |
3 credits |
KINH 361 |
Motor Control and Learning |
3 credits |
KINH 371 |
Kinesiology |
3 credits |
KINH 376 or
PHYS 131 |
Biomechanics or
Intro to Physics |
3 credits or
4 credits |
KINH 391 |
Exercise Physiology |
3 credits |
ATGR 523 |
Therapeutic Interventions II |
3 credits |
KINH 447 |
Exercise Testing & Prescription |
3 credits |
STAT 239 or
STAT 241 |
Statistics for Social Sciences or Principles of Statistics |
3 credits or
4 credits |
CHEM 111 or
CHEM 103 |
General Chemistry or
Intro to Chemistry |
4 credits |
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Clinical Sites |
Grand View students gain first-hand experience while learn from athletic trainers working in sports medicine clinics, high schools, and colleges within the Des Moines metro. A list of clinical sites include:
- Grand View University
- Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS)
- Carlisle High School
- Bondurant-Farrar High School
- Dallas Center Grimes High School
- Southeast Polk High School
- Unity Point Sports Medicine & Concussion Clinic
Some students may elect to complete immersion rotations outside of Iowa. We have students involved with universities from other states including in New York, Texas, Arizona, California, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Wisconsin.
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Scholarship Opportunity |
McDaniel Academic Dynasty Scholarship for Athletic Training
The McDaniel Academic Dynasty Scholarship for Athletic Training Scholarship is for enrolled students in the Master of Science in Athletic Training from an underserved or marginalized student population.
Two $1,000 awards are available each year. For more information or to apply, please contact Dr. Jessica Edler Nye at jedlernye@grandview.edu.
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