2020-2021 Undergraduate/Graduate Catalog

Athletic Training

Athletic Training Program Information

Undergraduate applicants seeking admission to the athletic training education program are required to submit a file of materials for review by the Department of Physical Education and Human Performance (PE & HP).

Applications for admission may be obtained in the Department of Physical Education and Human Performance, Kaiser Hall, Room 0180.  

REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION

    1. Completion of application to the professional program for Athletic Training. 

    2. Successful completion of 50-80 hours of observation in the athletic training facility and sport coverage at CCSU.

    3. Completion of 30 credits of which a minimum of 15 credits have been earned at CCSU.

    4. Successful completion of 4 credits of Human Anatomy & Physiology I with lab (C- or better grade in lecture and lab).

    5. Successful completion of EXS 112 and EXS 217 at CCSU (C- or higher grade in both courses).

    6. Successful completion of BMS 380: EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN course or verification of equivalent course.

    7. University Grade Point average (GPA) of 2.50.

    8. Departmental grade point average (GPA) of 2.70.

    9. Two letters of recommendation: one from a CCSU faculty preceptor and the second from a Department of PE & HP faculty member

        using the required forms. 

  10. The presentation of an essay demonstrating command of the English language, citing reasons for wanting to enroll in the program, and emphasizing

        experiences related to athletic training (500-700 words).

   11. An interview with Screening Committee of the Department of Physical Education and Human Performance, including

        at least one core ATEP faculty member. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Fall Semester:  September 10

Spring Semester:  February 10

or next regular day of classes if the date falls on a weekend or holiday