Athletic Training at MCLA

When you combine athletic training with a liberal arts degree, will have the opportunity to gain athletic training experience both within the college's intercollegiate athletic program and at off campus sites. 

Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Offers

The Department of Biology offers a four-year program leading to a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training. The athletic training major integrates both liberal arts and professional studies to provide a comprehensive and challenging education program designed to prepare students for a career in the profession of athletic training. Students will receive instruction in athletic training specific course work through classroom, laboratory, and clinical education. Completion of 1000 hours of clinical education is required for graduation.

Upon completion of the athletic training major, graduates will be able to:

• demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills;
• demonstrate the ability to critically appraise, synthesize, and apply knowledge attained throughout the program;
• demonstrate professional and ethical behavior consistent with the NATA code of ethics and the Massachusetts Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for Athletic Training;
• demonstrate mastery of cognitive and psychomotor competencies, as well as clinical proficiencies outlined by the NATA Education Council.

Admissions Requirements

Students wishing to enter into the major are required to submit a formal application in the second semester at MCLA. Pre-requisites for the formal application include: Introduction to Athletic Training I & II, Observation in Athletic Training I & II, and First Aid, CPR, AED certification. GPA, written and oral communication skills, and the clinical observation experience will all be considered in the application process.