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Nutrition - M.S.

Specialize in nutrition with °µÍø½ûÇø's Master of Science in Nutrition. Our program offers you the opportunity to deepen your knowledge of nutrition science and specialize in areas such as clinical nutrition, community nutrition or sports nutrition.

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Program Information for Nutrition - M.S.

Program Description

Program Description

Full Description

The Master of Science degree in Nutrition emphasizes a strong nutritional sciences foundation through coursework and opportunities to participate in interdisciplinary research in community settings. Graduates obtain positions as nutrition-exercise specialists; cooperative extension nutrition specialists; higher education instructors; research associates; and as nutritionists in health care and community agencies such as Head Start and Women, Infants and Children (WIC).

The Nutrition major includes the following optional concentration:

  • The Dietetic Internship concentration provide students with the resources and experiences needed to develop the skills necessary to become competent Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN). Emphasis is placed on intellectual, technological and professional development while fostering ethical and humanitarian values.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at °µÍø½ûÇø's website for professional licensure disclosure.

Admissions for Nutrition - M.S.

Admissions

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 3.000 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Upper level, undergraduate coursework in biochemistry, physiology and advanced nutrition
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Goal statement
  • Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) verification statement (required for Dietetic Internship concentration only)
  • Dietetic internship application through the Dietetic Internship Centralized Application System (DICAS) with D & D Digital Computer Matching (required for Dietetic Internship concentration only)
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Describe the physiological functions, metabolism, dietary requirements, deficiency symptoms, food sources and the metabolic utilization of macronutrients and micronutrients for physiological processes; and how they relate to nutrition, health promotion and disease prevention/treatment.
  2. Contribute to the quality of life, well-being and wellness of individuals and families by utilizing their nutrition knowledge and participating in activities that promote nutritional well-being.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of research methods and apply knowledge gained by participation in research and/or outreach.

Coursework

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Major Requirements
NUTR 61015NUTRITION AND DISEASE 3
NUTR 61016RESEARCH METHODS IN NUTRITION I 3
NUTR 61017RESEARCH METHODS IN NUTRITION II 3
NUTR 63519ADVANCED STUDY OF MICRONUTRIENTS 3
NUTR 63520MACRONUTRIENT NUTRITION 3
NUTR 63521NUTRITION AND DISEASE: CLINICAL APPLICATIONS 3
Supporting Electives, choose from the following in consultation with advisor:3
NUTR 51095
SPECIAL TOPICS IN NUTRITION
NUTR 51096
INDIVIDUAL INVESTIGATION IN NUTRITION
NUTR 53013
RESEARCH AND STATISTICAL METHODS IN NUTRITION
NUTR 53512
MACRONUTRIENT NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY
NUTR 53513
MICRONUTRIENT NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY
NUTR 53515
COMMUNITY NUTRITION
NUTR 53518
LIFECYCLE NUTRITION
NUTR 53522
INTEGRATIVE AND FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION
NUTR 53532
METHODS AND EXPERIENCES IN NUTRITION OUTREACH
NUTR 53540
MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY I
NUTR 53541
MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY I LABORATORY
NUTR 53542
MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY II
NUTR 53543
MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY II LABORATORY
NUTR 63518
ADVANCED SPORTS NUTRITION
NUTR 63524
PERSPECTIVE ON PREVENTION AND PRACTICE IN COMMUNITY NUTRITION
NUTR 63591
NUTRITION SEMINAR 1
Culminating Requirement
Choose from the following:6
NUTR 61099
MASTER'S PROJECT 2
NUTR 63199
THESIS I 3
Additional Requirements or Concentration
Choose from the following:5-16
Minimum Total Credit Hours:32-43
1

Maximum 3 credit hours of NUTR 63591 may be applied towards the degree.

2

The master's project is intended for students who do not plan to continue graduate work beyond the master's degree. The option provides the opportunity to approach research and theory in a more applied manner. The presentation and interpretation of original research is not required. However, approval of the intended project by the student's master's project committee is required, as is the successful completion of an oral final examination conducted by the master's project committee.

3

The thesis is intended for research-oriented students and is designed to provide the opportunity to conduct original research. Approval of a thesis proposal by the student's thesis committee is required as is the successful completion of an oral final examination conducted by the thesis committee.

Additional Requirements for Students Not Declaring a Concentration

Major Requirements
Additional Requirements (may be selected from other graduate courses in clearly related areas)5
Minimum Total Credit Hours:5

Dietetic Internship Concentration Requirements

Concentration Requirements
NUTR 63522COMMUNICATION, MANAGEMENT AND PROFESSIONALISM IN DIETETICS 3
NUTR 63525DIETETIC PRACTICE: COMMUNITY 1
NUTR 63526DIETETIC PRACTICE: MANAGEMENT 1
NUTR 63527DIETETIC PRACTICE: CLINICAL 1
NUTR 63592DIETETIC INTERNSHIP 110
Minimum Total Credit Hours:16
1

All students in dietetic internships are required to obtain criminal background checks, including the Bureau of Criminal Investigation and Identification (BCII) for the State of Ohio and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) prior to beginning practice experiences, annually, until internship practice experiences are complete and additionally as required by facilities.

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
  • Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.
Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Accreditation for Nutrition - M.S.

Accreditation

The Dietetic Internship concentration is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Nutrition - M.S.

Dietitians and nutritionists

8.0%

much faster than the average

74,200

number of jobs

$63,090

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Nutrition - B.S.

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Program Information for Nutrition - B.S.

Program Description

Program Description

Full Description

The Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition provides students with a broad general education and a strong foundation in nutrition, dietetics and the sciences. The emphasis is integrating theory, research and application of knowledge to the profession of dietetics. The curriculum meets the didactic program in dietetics requirements of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and graduates are eligible for admission to accredited internships. The faculty has expertise in nutritional sciences, exercise science, clinical and community practice and leadership studies.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at °µÍø½ûÇø's website for professional licensure disclosure.

Admissions for Nutrition - B.S.

Admissions

Admission Requirements

The university affirmatively strives to provide educational opportunities and access to students with varied backgrounds, those with special talents and adult students who graduated from high school three or more years ago.

First-Year Students on the Kent Campus: First-year admission policy on the Kent Campus is selective. Admission decisions are based upon cumulative grade point average, strength of high school college preparatory curriculum and grade trends. Students not admissible to the Kent Campus may be administratively referred to one of the seven regional campuses to begin their college coursework. For more information, visit the .

First-Year Students on the Regional Campuses: First-year admission to °µÍø½ûÇø’s campuses at Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull and Tuscarawas, as well as the Twinsburg Academic Center, is open to anyone with a high school diploma or its equivalent. For more information on admissions, contact the Regional Campuses admissions offices.

International Students: All international students must provide proof of proficiency of the English language (unless they meet specific exceptions) through the submission of an English language proficiency test score or by completing English language classes at °µÍø½ûÇø’s English as a Second Language Center before entering their program. For more information, visit the admissions website for international students.

Former Students: Former °µÍø½ûÇø students or graduates who have not attended another college or university since °µÍø½ûÇø may complete the reenrollment or reinstatement form on the University Registrar’s website.

Current °µÍø½ûÇø and Transfer Students: Active °µÍø½ûÇø students who wish to change their major must have attempted a minimum 12 credit hours at °µÍø½ûÇø and earned a minimum 2.000 overall °µÍø½ûÇø GPA to be admitted. Students who have not attempted 12 credit hours at °µÍø½ûÇø will be evaluated for admission based on their high school GPA for new students or transfer GPA for transfer students. Transfer students who have not attempted 12 credit hours of college-level coursework at °µÍø½ûÇø and/or other institutions will be evaluated based on both their high school GPA and college GPA.

Transfer students visit the admissions website for transfer students for more information.

Admission policies for undergraduate students may be found in the University Catalog's .

Students may be required to meet certain criteria to progress in their program. Any progression requirements will be listed on the program's Coursework tab

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the program will be able to:

  1. Apply knowledge and skills necessary to plan and evaluate menus and diets of individuals/groups to promote nutritional health and well-being.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to use oral and written communication skills effectively in the practice of nutrition and dietetics.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to interpret current research and utilize critical thinking skills in the practice of nutrition and dietetics.
  4. Apply acquired knowledge and skills to enroll in a supervised practice program, advanced/professional study or employment.

Coursework

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Major Requirements (courses count in major GPA)
ATTR 25057HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I (KBS) (KLAB) 4
or BSCI 21010 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I (KBS) (KLAB)
or EXSC 25057 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I (KBS) (KLAB)
ATTR 25058HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II (KBS) (KLAB) 4
or BSCI 21020 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II
or EXSC 25058 HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II (KBS) (KLAB)
BSCI 20021BASIC MICROBIOLOGY 3
CHEM 20481BASIC ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 4
HEM 23212INTRODUCTORY FOOD SCIENCE 3
or NUTR 23012 INTRODUCTORY FOOD SCIENCE
HEM 23510QUANTITY FOOD PRODUCTION, SERVICE AND SAFETY 3
or NUTR 23510 QUANTITY FOOD PRODUCTION, SERVICE AND SAFETY
HEM 43030FOOD SERVICE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT 3
or NUTR 43030 FOOD SERVICE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT
NUTR 23016WORLD FOOD CUSTOMS AND NUTRITION 3
NUTR 23112INTRODUCTION TO THE PROFESSION: NUTRITION AND DIETETICS 1
NUTR 23511SCIENCE OF HUMAN NUTRITION (KBS) 3
NUTR 33512INTERMEDIATE NUTRITION SCIENCE 3
NUTR 33522INTRODUCTION TO NUTRITION ASSESSMENT 3
NUTR 33532BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT OF NUTRITION SERVICES 3
NUTR 35319NUTRITION, HEALTH AND SOCIETY 3
NUTR 43013RESEARCH AND STATISTICAL METHODS IN NUTRITION AND DIETETICS (WIC) 13
NUTR 43512MACRONUTRIENT NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY 3
NUTR 43513MICRONUTRIENT NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY 3
NUTR 43515COMMUNITY NUTRITION (ELR) 3
NUTR 43518LIFECYCLE NUTRITION 3
NUTR 43522INTEGRATIVE AND FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION 2
NUTR 43524NUTRITION AND DIETETICS: PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 2
NUTR 43540MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY I 3
NUTR 43541MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY I LABORATORY 1
NUTR 43542MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY II 3
NUTR 43543MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY II LABORATORY 1
Additional Requirements (courses do not count in major GPA)
CHEM 10060GENERAL CHEMISTRY I (KBS) 4
CHEM 10061GENERAL CHEMISTRY II (KBS) 4
MATH 11009MODELING ALGEBRA (KMCR) 4
PSYC 11762GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY (DIVD) (KSS) 3
SOC 12050INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY (DIVD) (KSS) 3
UC 10001FLASHES 101 1
6
9
General Electives (total credit hours depends on earning 120 credit hours, including 39 upper-division credit hours)16
Minimum Total Credit Hours:120
1

A minimum C grade must be earned to fulfill the writing-intensive requirement.

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.250 2.000
Roadmap

Roadmap

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Plan of Study Grid
Semester OneCredits
!CHEM 10060 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I (KBS) 4
MATH 11009 MODELING ALGEBRA (KMCR) 4
!NUTR 23112 INTRODUCTION TO THE PROFESSION: NUTRITION AND DIETETICS 1
NUTR 23511 SCIENCE OF HUMAN NUTRITION (KBS) 3
UC 10001 FLASHES 101 1
Kent Core Requirement 3
 Credit Hours16
Semester Two
!ATTR 25057
or BSCI 21010
or EXSC 25057
HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I (KBS) (KLAB)
or ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I (KBS) (KLAB)
or HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I (KBS) (KLAB)
4
CHEM 10061 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II (KBS) 4
HEM 23510
or NUTR 23510
QUANTITY FOOD PRODUCTION, SERVICE AND SAFETY
or QUANTITY FOOD PRODUCTION, SERVICE AND SAFETY
3
SOC 12050 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY (DIVD) (KSS) 3
 Credit Hours14
Semester Three
!ATTR 25058
or BSCI 21020
or EXSC 25058
HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II (KBS) (KLAB)
or ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II
or HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY II (KBS) (KLAB)
4
CHEM 20481 BASIC ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I 4
HEM 23212
or NUTR 23012
INTRODUCTORY FOOD SCIENCE
or INTRODUCTORY FOOD SCIENCE
3
PSYC 11762 GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY (DIVD) (KSS) 3
 Credit Hours14
Semester Four
NUTR 23016 WORLD FOOD CUSTOMS AND NUTRITION 3
NUTR 33522 INTRODUCTION TO NUTRITION ASSESSMENT 3
NUTR 35319 NUTRITION, HEALTH AND SOCIETY 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
 Credit Hours15
Semester Five
BSCI 20021 BASIC MICROBIOLOGY 3
NUTR 33512 INTERMEDIATE NUTRITION SCIENCE 3
NUTR 33532 BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT OF NUTRITION SERVICES 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
Kent Core Requirement 3
 Credit Hours15
Semester Six
NUTR 43013 RESEARCH AND STATISTICAL METHODS IN NUTRITION AND DIETETICS (WIC) 3
NUTR 43518 LIFECYCLE NUTRITION 3
General Electives 9
 Credit Hours15
Semester Seven
HEM 43030
or NUTR 43030
FOOD SERVICE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT
or FOOD SERVICE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT
3
NUTR 43512 MACRONUTRIENT NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY 3
NUTR 43522 INTEGRATIVE AND FUNCTIONAL NUTRITION 2
NUTR 43524 NUTRITION AND DIETETICS: PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 2
NUTR 43540 MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY I 3
NUTR 43541 MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY I LABORATORY 1
General Elective 1
 Credit Hours15
Semester Eight
NUTR 43513 MICRONUTRIENT NUTRITIONAL BIOCHEMISTRY 3
NUTR 43515 COMMUNITY NUTRITION (ELR) 3
NUTR 43542 MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY II 3
NUTR 43543 MEDICAL NUTRITION THERAPY II LABORATORY 1
General Electives 6
 Credit Hours16
 Minimum Total Credit Hours:120

Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Accreditation for Nutrition - B.S.

Accreditation

The program is currently fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND).

Phone: 800-877-1600 ext. 5400
Mail: 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL 60606-6995
Website:

Athletic Training - M.S.

Embark on a transformative journey with our two-year Athletic Training master's degree. Immerse yourself in a curriculum that seamlessly integrates theory into practice, emphasizing ethics, research and inter-professional collaboration. Learn from renowned mentors in cutting-edge healthcare facilities, developing both critical analysis and investigative research skills. By program completion, you'll be equipped to critically evaluate scientific research and excel in the Board of Certification national credentialing examination. Elevate your athletic training career with us – where passion meets proficiency!

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Program Information for Athletic Training - M.S.

Program Description

Program Description

Full Description

The Master of Science degree in Athletic Training prepares graduates for the athletic training profession. The program emphasizes both ethics and research across the curriculum to integrate theory to practice, and is designed to facilitate inter-professional practice as athletic trainers engage actively with professionals across the health care disciplines.

The Athletic Training major is a two-calendar year program with summer academic work. The curriculum focuses on building clinical and didactic knowledge and skills anchored in evidence-based practice, while developing strong research skills by developing not only critical analysis skills, but also investigative research skills. Students are exposed to and actively engage with state-of-the-art equipment in professional health care facilities and are mentored by highly recognized professionals. The program fosters inter-professional collaboration to promote professional development for the students who will be practicing and researching in inter-disciplinary teams. Students have the ability to critically evaluate and complete scientific research at the end of their academic program, in addition to preparing for the Board of Certification national credentialing examination.

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at °µÍø½ûÇø's website for professional licensure disclosure.

Admissions for Athletic Training - M.S.

Admissions

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

°µÍø½ûÇø participates in the Athletic Training Centralized Application System (ATCAS) through the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education. Applicants to °µÍø½ûÇø's program must apply via ATCAS.

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Completion of prerequisite courses with minimum C grade 1
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Goal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:2
    • Minimum 94 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 7.0 IELTS score
    • Minimum 65 PTE score
    • Minimum 120 DET score
1

Applicants are expected to have substantial preparation in the sciences, usually including coursework in biology, basic athletic training, biomechanics, anatomy and physiology (including exercise physiology), chemistry, research, physics, nutrition and general psychology. Prerequisites are evaluated for course content to ensure appropriate applicability for the program. Due to the program’s highly prescriptive requirements, students cannot transfer in coursework directly into the Athletic Training major.

2

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores may be considered for conditional admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Successfully challenge the Board of Certification (BOC) national credentialing exam.
  2. Demonstrate understanding of and competency in the domains of athletic training as defined by the BOC Practice Analysis and Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). 2020 Standards for Accreditation of Professional Athletic Training Programs, Master's Degree Programs.
  3. Demonstrate competency in evaluating and completing scientific research and evidence-based practice.
  4. Demonstrate competency in engaging in a variety of clinical practice settings related to athletic training with engagement in an inter-professional environment.
  5. Apply the principles of the research process in athletic training.

Coursework

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Major Requirements
ATTR 53018ETHICAL LEADERSHIP FOR HEALTH CARE 3
ATTR 60000CADAVER ANATOMY AND APPLIED ASSESSMENT 6
ATTR 61000ACUTE INJURY DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT 3
ATTR 62010CONTEMPORARY ISSUES AND EXAM PREP IN ATHLETIC TRAINING 3
ATTR 62014ADVANCED CLINICAL PROCEDURES IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND SPORTS MEDICINE 3
ATTR 62015ORTHOPEDIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE ATHLETIC TRAINER 3
ATTR 62016CLINICAL INQUIRY IN ATHLETIC TRAINING 3
ATTR 65001CLINICAL PRACTICE I: PREVENTION AND WELLNESS 3
ATTR 65002CLINICAL PRACTICE II: ADVANCED HEAD, NECK AND ORTHOPEDIC 3
ATTR 65003CLINICAL PRACTICE III: GENERAL MEDICAL 3
ATTR 65005CLINICAL PRACTICE IV: ADVANCED COMPETENCIES 3
ATTR 65036GENERAL MEDICAL CONDITIONS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING 3
ATTR 65037PHYSICAL AGENTS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND SPORTS MEDICINE 3
ATTR 65038ADMINISTRATION CONCEPTS FOR THE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL 3
ATTR 65039PHYSICAL REHABILITATION IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND SPORTS MEDICINE 3
ATTR 65040PATHOPHARMACOLOGY FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS 3
ATTR 65050NEUROLOGICAL CONCEPTS FOR THE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL 3
Culminating Requirement
ATTR 69999CLINICAL CAPSTONE IN ATHLETIC TRAINING 6
Minimum Total Credit Hours:60

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
  • Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.
Roadmap

Roadmap

Roadmap

This roadmap is a recommended semester-by-semester plan of study for this program. Students will work with their advisor to develop a sequence based on their academic goals and history. Courses designated as critical (!) must be completed in the semester listed to ensure a timely graduation.

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
SummerCredits
ATTR 60000 CADAVER ANATOMY AND APPLIED ASSESSMENT 6
ATTR 61000 ACUTE INJURY DIAGNOSIS, TREATMENT AND MANAGEMENT 3
ATTR 65037 PHYSICAL AGENTS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND SPORTS MEDICINE 3
 Credit Hours12
Fall Semester
ATTR 62015 ORTHOPEDIC ASSESSMENT FOR THE ATHLETIC TRAINER 3
ATTR 65001 CLINICAL PRACTICE I: PREVENTION AND WELLNESS 3
ATTR 65039 PHYSICAL REHABILITATION IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND SPORTS MEDICINE 3
 Credit Hours9
Spring Semester
ATTR 65002 CLINICAL PRACTICE II: ADVANCED HEAD, NECK AND ORTHOPEDIC 3
ATTR 65036 GENERAL MEDICAL CONDITIONS IN ATHLETIC TRAINING 3
ATTR 65050 NEUROLOGICAL CONCEPTS FOR THE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL 3
 Credit Hours9
Second Year
Summer
ATTR 53018 ETHICAL LEADERSHIP FOR HEALTH CARE 3
ATTR 62014 ADVANCED CLINICAL PROCEDURES IN ATHLETIC TRAINING AND SPORTS MEDICINE 3
ATTR 62016 CLINICAL INQUIRY IN ATHLETIC TRAINING 3
ATTR 65003 CLINICAL PRACTICE III: GENERAL MEDICAL 3
 Credit Hours12
Fall Semester
ATTR 62010 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES AND EXAM PREP IN ATHLETIC TRAINING 3
ATTR 65005 CLINICAL PRACTICE IV: ADVANCED COMPETENCIES 3
ATTR 65040 PATHOPHARMACOLOGY FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS 3
 Credit Hours9
Spring Semester
ATTR 65038 ADMINISTRATION CONCEPTS FOR THE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL 3
ATTR 69999 CLINICAL CAPSTONE IN ATHLETIC TRAINING 6
 Credit Hours9
 Minimum Total Credit Hours:60

Program Delivery

Program Delivery

  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Accreditation for Athletic Training - M.S.

Accreditation

Commission on the Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Athletic Training - M.S.

Athletic trainers

16.2%

much faster than the average

32,100

number of jobs

$49,860

potential earnings

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary

20.5%

much faster than the average

254,000

number of jobs

$99,090

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.
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