Athletic Training Program
The mission of the Athletic Training Education Program is to provide a positive learning environment with opportunities for students to master the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in the athletic training profession and to uphold the ethical standards for athletic trainers as defined by the National Athletic Trainers’ Association.
The ESU Athletic Training Program is fully accredited through Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
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Athletic Training Program Outcomes
Central to the ATEP educational philosophy is the belief that all instruction should empower students as learners. Therefore, through the provision of both support and challenge, the program will encourage students to take responsibility for their learning and to engage in critical thinking, problem solving, and self-reflection. Preferences for instruction are to engage students in the teaching-learning process. The ATEP also supports and incorporates Learning over Time in its educational approach. Students are first exposed to material in the classroom and provided an opportunity to practice the skills both in the classroom and the clinical setting. After students have had an opportunity to refine their new skills, they are evaluated by both peers and clinical instructors to show proficiency in using these skills.
- Prepare students to sit for the Board of Certification (BOC) national certification examination to become nationally certified and licensed in the State of Kansas.
- Plan, market, implement, and evaluate effective athletic initiatives for program development and student outcomes.
- Investigate and analyze current research and resources within the professional discipline.
- Use technology to enhance and integrate communication and the educational experience in professional practice.
- Demonstrate professional competency through attendance at conferences, membership in professional organizations and certifications from related agencies and organizations.
To Apply for the MS Program in Physical Education, the Candidate must:
- A 2.75 overall GPA. Official transcripts must be forwarded to the graduate school at Emporia State University.
- Resume or vita.
- Three written reference letters.
- Dispositions Form - To be completed by ONLY 1 of the references.
- Undergraduate professional preparation - You must possess a degree in health, physical education or recreation. If you do not have an undergraduate degree in physical education, health or recreation, you are required to have at least 12 hours of undergraduate work in physical education, including an exercise physiology class before you can enter the graduate program. These classes must be approved by the Graduate Advisor.
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Prospective Student Information
In order to be accepted into the ATEP Program, the students must apply and be admitted to the program. See the requirements for the ATEP program listed below.
Pre-Professional Phase, Phase I
Students interested in pursuing a degree in Athletic Training must meet the admission requirements for Emporia State University to enter Phase I. Classroom instruction, clinical observation, and directed clinical experiences formulate the pre-requisites for admission to Phase II. The primary purpose of the Phase I program is to help students gain insight, knowledge, responsibility, and understanding of the athletic trainer’s role. During Phase I, students are provided the information and opportunity necessary to determine if they wish to continue with athletic training education. The student must have completed (or be in progress) HL 150, HL 155, PY 100, with an cumulative GPA of a B- (2.7) or better and a minimum grade of a B- (2.7) in PE 271 and 272.
Phase I Application
Professional Phase, Phase II
Phase II, the Professional Program, requires three years of study. Theoretical concepts and skills related to athletic training are presented in classroom, clinical, and field experiences. Completion of the Professional Program enables students to take the BOC examination. Once students have completed the prerequisite coursework in the Pre-Professional Phase, made application to the Professional Phase (Phase II) and are accepted into Phase II, then the student is admitted into Phase II. Students typically apply to the ATEP during the Spring semester of the Freshman year. Transfer students must apply in the spring semester prior to transferring.
Phase II Application
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Suggested Course Sequence
YEAR 1 |
Fall |
Spring |
HL 150 |
3 hrs |
Fine Arts Gen ed |
2 hrs |
EG 101 |
3 hrs |
EG 102 |
3 hrs |
HL 155 |
3 hrs |
PE 271 |
2 hrs |
GB 140/141 |
4 hrs |
PE 272 |
1 hr |
PY 100 |
3 hrs |
PE 266 |
3 hrs |
PE 100 |
1 hr |
CH 123/124 |
5 hrs |
Total |
16 hrs |
Total |
16 hrs |
YEAR 2 |
Fall |
Spring |
ZO 362/363 |
5 hrs |
PE 174 |
1 hr |
NU 220 |
2 hrs |
PE 275 |
1 hr |
PE 274 |
1 hr |
PE 273 |
2 hrs |
PE 345 |
3 hrs |
PE 486 |
3 hrs |
SP 100 or SP 101 |
3 hrs |
PE 362 |
3 hrs |
| PE 100 |
1 hr |
EC 101 |
3 hrs |
|
|
PY 211 |
3 hrs |
Total |
15 hrs |
Total |
16 hrs |
YEAR 3 |
Fall |
Spring |
PE 482 |
3 hrs |
PE 481 |
3 hrs |
PE 360 |
3 hrs |
PE 347 |
1 hr |
PE 485 |
3 hrs |
Literature Gen ed |
3 hrs |
PE 346 |
1 hr |
History Gen ed |
3 hrs |
| Cultural Diversity Gen ed |
3 hrs |
Electives |
4 hrs |
|
|
|
3 hrs |
Total |
13 hrs |
Total |
16 hrs |
YEAR 4 |
Fall |
Spring |
PE 517 |
2 hrs |
PE 484 |
1 hr |
HL 524 |
3 hrs |
Electives |
14 hrs |
PE 483 |
1 hr |
|
|
Electives |
9 hrs |
|
|
Total |
15 |
Total |
15 hrs |
