Academic Program

Mission Statement

The Athletic Training Program (ATP) offers a nationally competitive clinical and didactic education aimed at the development of scholars and leaders who will advance the profession of athletic training. The ATP develops a contemporary clinician with the ability to practice with other medical professionals in a variety of healthcare settings.

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Program Description

The ATP is designed for students interested in pursuing a career as a Certified Athletic Trainer. Coursework leads to a Master of Athletic Training (MAT) degree. The ATP is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). Students who graduate from the MAT program are eligible to sit for the BOC Examination. Currently, the program's three-year aggregate first time pass rate for the BOC Exam is 90%. Below are documents that describe the academic curricular options and policies associated with Baylor's ATP:

• Health Science Studies/Masters of Athletic Training Joint Degree Plan
• Masters of Athletic Training Degree Plan
• Student Handbook for MAT Students

Degree Plan

Summer Term Year 1

9 hours

Fall Semester Year 1

11 hours

Spring Semester Year 1

9 hours

Summer Term Year 2

4 hours

Fall Semester Year 2

9 hours

Spring Semester Year 2

10 hours