Department of Kinesiology
MSAT Curriculum
The Fresno State Master of Science in Athletic Training is a professional-level athletic training program intended for students that have completed a prior Bachelor's Degree but are not yet eligible to take the Board of Certification Examination.
Applicants may find it helpful to complete a degree in a related field (e.g., General Kinesiology, Exercise Science); however, it is not required as long as the prerequisites (listed below) are met.
Please see the Admissions page for full prerequisite information.
Total Units = 30
Fall Year 1 | Course | Units (15) |
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AT 202 | Foundations of Athletic Training | 1 |
AT 234 | Immediate and Emergency Care | 3 |
AT 212 | Anatomy, Evaluation, and Treatment of the Lower Extremity | 6 |
AT 214 | Therapeutic Modalities | 2 |
AT 251 | Clinical Practicum I | 3 |
Spring Year 1 | Course | Units (15) |
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AT 222 | Anatomy, Evaluation, and Treatment of the Upper Extremity | 4 |
AT 216 | Research Methods in Athletic Training I | 2 |
AT 226 | Research Methods in Athletic Training II | 2 |
AT 228 | Policies & Procedures in Athletic Training | 2 |
AT 252 | Clinical Practicum II | 3 |
Total Units = 30
Note: Classes meet face to face first 8 weeks, immersive clinical with limited online coursework second 8 weeks
Fall Year 2 | Course | Units (15) |
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AT 232 | Anatomy, Evaluation, and Treatment of the Spine | 2 |
AT 224 | General Medical Conditions & Pharmacology | 2 |
AT 238 | BOC Exam Prep Seminar | 1 |
AT 242 | Prevention and Wellness | 2 |
AT 253 | Clinical Practicum III | 6 |
AT 296S | Current Concepts in AT (or Thesis/Project hours) | 3 |
Note: Immersive clinical with limited online coursework first 8 weeks, classes meet face to face second 8 weeks
Spring Year 2 | Course | Units (15) |
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AT 244 | Behavioral Health in Athletic Training (online) | 1 |
AT 246 | Cultural Competency in Athletic Training (online) | 1 |
AT 248 | Professional Practice in Athletic Training (online) | 1 |
AT 254 | Clinical Practicum IV | 6 |
AT 297 | Current Concepts in AT (or Thesis/Project hours) | 3 |