Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) Degree
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California State University, Fullerton is currently accredited as a professional graduate program by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), 6850 Austin Center Blvd., Suite 100, Austin, TX 78731-3101.

The American Medical Association recognizes athletic training as a healthcare profession. Students will complete traditional didactic coursework and concurrent clinical education experiences, emphasizing clinical reasoning skills that encompass the prevention, diagnosis and intervention of emergency, acute and chronic medical conditions involving impairment, functional limitations and disabilities.

The MSAT degree requires 58 units of coursework to be delivered full-time over two academic years. Each academic year begins in the summer (approx. June 20th each year) and significant academic standards are required to remain in good standing.

The MSAT faculty at Cal State Fullerton remain current in their areas of expertise and strives to teach the most up-to-date content. Throughout the program, MSAT students are trained to develop effective problem-solving skill, to provide high quality patient care and achieve the best outcomes.  The MSAT program strives to impart a philosophy of lifelong learning and quality improvement in their clinical practice. 

THE MSAT DEGREE AT CAL STATE FULLERTON OFFERS:

• Highly Qualified Faculty:  Students admitted to the MSAT degree learn from a faculty of nationally known teachers, clinicians and scholars. Our students also learn from and interact with a group of experienced health care providers throughout their graduate education. With 13 full-time and numerous part-time ATs employed at CSUF, our limited-enrollment program allows for an outstanding student-to-faculty ratio. Our AT students regularly interact with some of Southern California’s best sports health care professionals.
• Outstanding Resources:  MSAT students experience state-of-the-art labs with the latest technologies in clinical health care and research. Our students gain experience in numerous labs including the Nursing Simulation Center, Movement Analysis lab, Sport Psychology lab, and Athletic Training labs. Additionally, students learn in the Titan Athletics AT Clinic, our Sports Rehabilitation Center, physicians’ offices, as well as our local high school, college, and professional sports clinics.
• Reputation for Excellence:  The first Titan AT student graduated in 1978 and the strong tradition continues through today. With over 250 alumni, Cal State Fullerton continues to prepare high-quality, professional, and dedicated athletic trainers. The University and the MSAT commits to excellence and focusing on quality rather than quantity.