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Dive into the dynamic field of athletic training, also known as sports medicine, and start supporting, treating, and guiding athletes at all skill levels. Study subjects like athletic training techniques, human anatomy, performance nutrition, injury prevention, and rehabilitation therapies—all in intimate class settings capped at 16 students for optimal learning. Gain practical experience by working with college and high school sports teams or active individuals through CMU's recreational center, physical therapy clinics, and other facilities.
Our athletic training program, accredited by the Commission on Athletic Training Education, pioneered sports medicine education nationwide. With over four decades of dedication to quality, our students consistently achieve perfect first-attempt pass rates on national certification exams.
To align with evolving industry standards and equip you for certification success, you'll complete our innovative 3+2 program (three undergraduate years plus two graduate years) that merges a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training with a Master of Science degree. Begin with the pre-professional curriculum and apply for the professional phase after joining CMU.