Athletic Training Program (MSAT)

salemstate.edu/graduate

PROGRAM

Salem State University began educating athletic trainers in the fall of 1980 as one of the first accredited programs in Massachusetts. Since the program’s inception, we have continuously adapted to meet the needs of our students, while evolving to support the demands of contemporary evidence-based clinical practice. The professional master of science in athletic training (MSAT) program is designed to prepare students for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination and a career as a licensed athletic trainer in a variety of clinical settings. Salem State University’s MSAT program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Visit salemstate.edu/MSAT for more information.

CURRICULUM

The MSAT program combines evidence-based coursework with extensive handson patient care experiences. The program requires 60 credit hours and 1,040 hours of direct patient care experiences under the supervision of a licensed athletic trainer. We proudly offer a comprehensive, student-centered, and fully integrated approach to athletic training education. The MSAT program uses a cohort model which starts each fall and takes two years to complete.

PREREQUISITES

There are 11 prerequisite courses that must be completed with a grade of C+ or better by the beginning of the program in September. Visit salemstate.edu/graduate/admissions for a list of prerequisite courses, tracking form, and course equivalency information.

ACCREDITATION AND LICENSURE

The program meets the standards, skills, values, and ethics set forth by the Commission on Accreditation for Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Graduates meeting all requirements will be eligible to sit for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination. Upon passing the BOC examination, graduates will be eligible to apply for state licensure. Please note that any student who has been convicted of a prior felony may be considered ineligible to sit for the BOC exam and may be unable to obtain an Athletic Training license from state licensure boards.

ADMISSION

APPLICATION TIPS

Visit our admission website at salemstate.edu/MSAT-reqs for all the resources and forms you need. Online, you will find more details about the admissions timeline, medical terminology course, volunteer/observation and prerequisites.

Please apply through the Athletic Training Centralized Application System (ATCAS) at caate.net/students/apply.

2024-2025 TUITION

For Massachusetts residents, each credit costs $581.50*, and for nonMassachusetts residents, each credit costs $676.10*. The program is 60 credits (excluding prerequisites). Please visit the MSAT website or program handbook for information about additional costs associated with the program.

For assistance funding your graduate education, options such as financial aid, graduate assistantships, employer reimbursement and tuition remission, and veteran’s benefits may be available.

*Tuition and fees subject to change.