Post-Professional Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT)

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Post-Professional Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT)

The Post-Professional Master of Science in Athletic Training is designed for certified athletic trainers seeking advanced clinical knowledge, leadership skills, and expertise in evidence-based practice. The program prepares practitioners to become clinical specialists, educators, researchers, and healthcare leaders through advanced study of patient evaluation, rehabilitation, performance enhancement, and applied research.

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Why Study Athletic Training at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ?

The program equips practicing athletic trainers with advanced clinical expertise, scholarly foundation, and leadership skills necessary to excel in contemporary healthcare environments and contribute to the continued growth of the profession.

 

Program Details

Curriculum 

The Post-professional Master of Science in Athletic Training at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ features a flexible, accessible and affordable online curriculum. The 30-credit program is grounded in contemporary evidence-based healthcare principles, the curriculum emphasizes clinical reasoning, critical appraisal of scientific literature, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the application of research to patient care. Students develop advanced competencies in musculoskeletal and medical evaluation, neurotrauma management, rehabilitation sciences, biomechanics, nutrition, and human performance while engaging in scholarly inquiry and professional development.

Admission Requirements

To apply for the program, accompanied by $50 non-refundable application fee.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in athletic training
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Resume
Financing Your Education

There are options to assist in financing your education and making the tuition affordable. Visit for a detailed overview of the process, including a link to complete the FAFSA application, as well as more information about the tuition payment plan and the tuition deferment program we offer. ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ’s Title IV code for the FAFSA is 003233. The Office of Student Financial Services is available to help with any questions you may have. Call 610-796-8201 or email sfs@alvernia.edu.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

  • Apply evidence-based practice principles to clinical decision-making, patient care, and professional practice.
  • Critically evaluate and synthesize scientific literature to inform healthcare interventions and outcomes.
  • Design, implement, and disseminate scholarly research relevant to athletic training and sports medicine.
  • Perform advanced differential diagnosis and clinical assessment of orthopedic, neurological, and general medical conditions.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive rehabilitation programs using current evidence and best practices.
  • Integrate biomechanical, ergonomic, nutritional, and performance-based principles into patient care and injury prevention strategies.
  • Utilize patient-reported outcomes, health informatics, and diagnostic data to optimize clinical decision-making.
  • Collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver patient-centered care.
  • Demonstrate leadership, ethical practice, and professional responsibility within diverse healthcare and performance environments.
  • Contribute to the advancement of athletic training through scholarly activity, innovation, and lifelong learning.
Accreditation Statements and Program Information and Outcomes
  • The university's athletic training program is fully accredited through the (CAATE). ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ's Program Information and Outcomes page on the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) website .
  • ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ is an accredited institution and a member of the (MSCHE). MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. 

Smart Ways to Save at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ

Your goals matter—and affordability shouldn’t stand in the way. ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ offers multiple ways to make tuition manageable, including payment plans, financial aid options and tuition reimbursement programs. We guide you every step of the way. 

Bringing credits with you? ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ offers transfer-focused scholarship options and staff ready to help you map a clear path to graduation — whether you’re transferring into a day program or completing your degree at an accelerated pace. 

Apply for admission, then complete the FAFSA (school code 003233). Pennsylvania residents should file by the May 1 state grant deadline. Once your FAFSA is received, accepted and you’re registered, we’ll prepare your aid offer

Many employers and organizations partner with ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ to offer tuition discounts for working adults. Check whether your workplace is eligible and see how a Preferred Partner benefit can lower your tuition on select programs. 

If your employer reimburses you after the semester ends, ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ can help you postpone tuition payment for up to 30 days after the semester—at no additional charge—so you don’t have to pay everything upfront. 

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