Master's in Athletic Training

McPherson College is offering a new Master’s in Athletic Training Pathway Program for students who want a small liberal arts undergraduate experience and the advantage of a graduate degree from a flagship institution.

Through the new program, students can earn their bachelor’s degree at McPherson College and then pursue a master’s degree in athletic training at one of the college’s partner institutions. McPherson College recently announced a guaranteed admission program for eligible students seeking admission to Wichita State University’s Master of Science in Athletic Training program.

Students will major in exercise science, health science, or a related field at McPherson College. During their first year, they will join the athletic training staff as paid student workers. In their sophomore and junior years, they can complete credit-bearing internships and clinical experience with the McPherson College athletic department.

Because McPherson College is small, students won’t have to wait behind graduate assistants for clinic experience. They will gain practical experience in real-world settings before many of their future graduate school classmates. Student athletic training experiences include:

• Working closely with Certified Athletic Training Staff.
• Performing health care for McPherson College sports teams.
• Understanding the role of the Athletic Trainer within the McPherson College Sports Medicine team.
• Learning the necessary skills needed to prepare and operate during practices and games.
• Becoming CPR/AED certified.