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Athletic Training

Recommended Coursework for Athletic Training

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Students can enroll in athletic training programs with any undergraduate major. However, many courses required for admission to health-professional schools are sequential, so good planning is key.

We have found that most athletic training programs require or recommend the below courses, however, pre-requisites can vary, sometimes greatly, from school to school. It is a good idea to check directly with the schools you plan to apply to.

Required Courses	LC Course
1 semester of Introductory Biology	BIO 202 (4 credits): Biological Core Concepts: Mechanisms (Pre-req: Bio 110 and Chem 120)
1 semester Physiology	BIO 375 (5 credits): Physiology (Pre-reqs: Bio 110 and Bio 202. Recommended pre-reqs: Math 131, CS 171 or Phys 141)
1 semester Chemistry w/ lab	CHEM 110 (5 credits): General Chemistry I (Pre-req: QR 101)
1 semester Physics	PHYS 141 (5 credits): Introductory General Physics I (Pre-req: Math 131)
1 semester Psychology	PSY 100 (4 credits): Introduction to Psychology (Pre-req: None)
1-semester Nutrition	CHEM 105 (4 credits): Perspectives in Nutrition (Pre-req: None)
1-semester Anatomy	Offered through the Oregon Alliance of Independent Colleges and Universities. See your pre-health advisor for options.
1-semester Intro to Athletic Training (recommended)	PE/A 340 (4 credits): Prevention and Care of Injuries. Learn more about this course here
1-semester Advanced Athletic Training (recommended)	PE/A 405 (4 credits): Advanced Athletic Training. Learn more about this course here

Below is a list of experiences to make oneself a competitive candidate for athletic training.

Other Experiences	Hours
General Experience	50 hours minimum under a certified Athletic Trainer, such as volunteering or observation
GRE (Graduate Records Examination) Exam	May be required for some masters programs. More information can be found here

Recommended Timeline for Masters in Athletic Training

Here is a recommended timeline to help you navigate the application process for a Masters in Athletic Training (MAT) program. Although student-classification years are listed, you can start working towards this program at any time – while this timeline is designed as a helpful template, it can be adjusted based on your personal journey.

Please note that all athletic training programs are different and may have varying application cycles and requirements, so be sure to research each program you’re interested in.

Winter of Junior Year
Recommended time for applicants to take the GRE	Recommended 2-3 months of studying prior to taking the exam Some programs do not require the GRE GRE is valid for 5 years Can be retaken every 21 days, up to 5 times in a 12-month period
Summer after Junior year
June - September Most Applications open
Spring of Senior Year
January - March Application deadlines	You may be invited by the school to conduct interviews
April/May Acceptances begin
Fall after Senior Year
August - September Start Master’s in Athletic Training (MAT) program