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The Master of Science in Athletic Training (M.S.A.T.) program holds accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training, equipping students to pursue certification as athletic trainers leading in clinical practice and education. Launched in Summer 2016, this program was created following the joint decision by CAATE, the Board of Certification, and the National Athletic Trainers' Association to mandate a master's degree for certification eligibility, reflecting the expanding role of athletic trainers. Current certified professionals may explore Temple's Master of Science in Kinesiology with an Athletic Training focus. As Temple University transitioned from its B.S.A.T. program, it introduced this professional M.S.A.T. degree. With over three decades of excellence in athletic training education, Temple maintains its leadership by adopting this advanced degree ahead of the 2022 mandate. The university's prime location, exceptional fieldwork opportunities, strong alumni connections, innovative healthcare research, and committed faculty create a distinctive and competitive learning environment.
M.S.A.T. graduates will be prepared to: implement professional practice principles in clinical settings, master athletic training competencies, advocate for improved healthcare outcomes, maintain ethical and culturally sensitive practice standards, contribute to the profession's growth, communicate effectively with healthcare teams and administrators, and utilize evidence-based approaches to enhance patient care and satisfaction.