Athletic Training (3+2 Program)

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 3^rd year of study. These students will graduate with their undergraduate degree after year 4 and with their master’s degree after year 5.

Degree Level:

Undergraduate Programs, Graduate Programs

Program Type:

Major

Format:

Full Time, In-Person

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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.
Dedicated classroom, laboratory space, and a sports medicine clinic with the latest technology and equipment.
Focus on hands-on clinical experiences and working with patients at clinical sites.
Grand View offers the first entry-level master's program in Iowa.

Student Testimonial

"Picking the MSAT program at GV was simply convenient for me to continue on with the same institution as my undergraduate. The program prepared me with real scenarios of different situations or conversations I would have in the profession. Although challenging, it built my confidence and prepared me for those challenging times as a young professional. One of the most impactful learning experiences was the ability to repeatedly provide rationale for decision making. This has made my confidence with decisions regarding rehabilitation plans, diagnosis, emergency situations, and even parent conversations easier because there is always a rationale for the care." - McKenna Davidson

Program Details

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
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)
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 31^st each year.

Course Requirements (66-68 credits)

Prerequisites (15 credits)

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)
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)
ATGR 501	Introduction to Emergency Care	3 credits
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

MSAT 3+2 Program Timeline

Freshman & Sophomore Year (Year 1 and 2)	Take undergraduate classes as normal. Now is a great time to talk to your Completion Coach and Academic Advisor about your interest in the 3+2.
Junior Year (Year 3)	Continue taking undergraduate courses. Ensure you will have 100 credits completed by the end of Year 3.
Junior Year (Year 3)	Apply to the Master of Science in Athletic Training program (Students strongly encouraged to apply by mid-February to allow registration on time)
Senior Year (Year 4)	Take graduate MSAT courses
End of Senior Year	Graduate with bachelor’s degree
Graduate Year (Year 5)	Complete remaining MSAT courses
End of Graduate Year	Graduate with master’s degree

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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.