Department of Sport & Exercise Science, School of Allied Health Sciences, Lincoln Memorial University, 6965 Cumberland Gap Parkway, Harrogate,TN 37752, USAUnited States
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Athletic training education is undergoing many changes since the decision was made to move from the bachelor’s degree to the master’s degree for entry into the profession. Small colleges and universities are reviewing if they choose to transition from an existing undergraduate degree in athletic training to an entry-level Master’s degree; or starting a Master’s program from the ground up. This article will discuss some of the concerns such as student enrollment, CAATE Standards 11 and 41, and institutional resources including hiring of new faculty that need to be reviewed before taking the next step to transitioning or starting a new entry-level Master’s athletic training program. In addition, there will be discussion of the current status of master’s programs and their future.
Keywords: Health-care professionals; Curriculum; Graduate health professions education; Small colleges/universities
I am disclosing that I serve as a Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) accreditation site-visitor and self-study reader in which I am compensated when I perform these duties for the CAATE, but I am making my own comments and statements and that my comments and statements are not endorsed by or are the opinion of the CAATE.