Athletic Training

The Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training (BSAT) prepares graduates to sit for the Board of Certification (national certification) Examination and/or the Texas Advisory Board State License Examination. The BSAT is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE.)

Certified athletic trainers are educated in the prevention, recognition, management and rehabilitation of injuries that result from physical activity. Athletic training is recognized by the American Medical Association as an allied health care profession. Students who desire to work as an athletic trainer in the high school setting should consider a double major in physical education.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) is competitive and requires the student to complete an application separate from the TCU undergraduate admission application. Admission to the program is limited (approximately 10-12 students per year). Students are admitted on a rolling basis once they have been accepted to TCU. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application to the Athletic Training Education Program at the same time they submit their application to the TCU admissions office.

To be considered for admission into the ATEP students must submit:

  • TCU letter of acceptance;
  • Completed ATEP application;
  • Two letters of recommendation;
  • Copy of all academic transcripts (high school and college, if applicable);
  • Copy of current First Aid and CPR/AED certification cards; and
  • An interview may be required for some candidates prior to admission. Interviews will be scheduled by the ATEP if necessary.

Transfer students are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and should contact the Program Director prior to application.

Upon admission, students are required to have a physical exam by the TCU ATEP Medical Director; show documentation of immunization for hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus and diphtheria; varicella (or documentation of history of the chicken pox); show proof of a current TB skin test; and attest that they meet the technical standards established by the program.

Visit www.tcuathletictraining.com to download a copy of the application and technical standards or visit the athletic training education office (Rickel 172) in TCU's Department of Kinesiology.

1. Core Curriculum (core hours vary depending on the number of coupled courses)

39 to 63 hours

2. Athletic Training Major

71 hours

Kinesiology Core (16 hours)

KINE 10103

Foundations of Kinesiology

KINE 10603

Anatomical Kinesiology

KINE 20503

Motor Behavior

KINE 30623

Biomechanics

KINE 30634

Exercise Physiology

Major Courses (37 hours)

KINE 10102

Foundations of Athletic Training

KINE 10202

Perspectives in Athletic Training

KINE 20102

Clinical Education I

KINE 20202

Clinical Education II

KINE 20303

Care and Prevention of Athletic Injuries

KINE 30102

Clinical Education III

KINE 30202

Clinical Education IV

KINE 30303

Orthopedic Assessment I

KINE 30313

Orthopedic Assessment II

KINE 30603

General Pathology and Applied Pharmacology

KINE 40102

Clinical Education V

KINE 40202

Clinical Education VI

KINE 40301

Senior Seminar in Athletic Training

KINE 40303

Organization and Administration in Athletic Training

KINE 40523

Therapeutic Modalities

KINE 40533

Therapeutic Exercise

Emphasis Courses (choose 18 hours)

HLTH 20203

Health and Wellness Concepts

HLTH 30233

Sport and Exercise Pharmacology

KINE 20613

Measurement and Evaluation in Kinesiology

KINE 30713

Psychology of Sport

KINE 30803

Adapted Physical Activity-School Based Perspective or

KINE 30833

Physical Activity and Disability

NTDT 20403

Nutrition

3. Associated Requirements

11 hours

BIOL 20204

Anatomy and Physiology I

BIOL 20214

Anatomy and Physiology II

MATH 10043

Elementary Statistics

4. Electives as needed to complete

124 hours

Retention Policy

Requirements for Retention. To be retained in the Athletic Training Program, students must maintain a 2.75 or better cumulative GPA, earn a 2.75 or higher semester GPA, earn a "C" or better in all courses required to complete the major, complete the clinical proficiencies assigned for the semester, and be in good standing academically with the University and comply with University and program policies. Failure to meet the requirements for retention could delay the student's clinical education progress and ultimately the student's date of graduation.

Probation. Probation will serve as a warning to students that their progress in the program is not satisfactory. Students will be placed on probation if one or more of the requirements for retention are not met in a given semester. Students receiving a deficient grade in a course required for the major must repeat the course the next time the course is offered during the regular academic year (fall or spring semesters). Students may elect to repeat the course in the summer, provided the course is not offered during the respective academic year and is repeated in the summer immediately following the academic year in which the deficient grade was received. Tutor sessions (if available) for a repeat course will be required during the semester the course is repeated. Students not currently on probation, who do not meet the cumulative GPA requirement, will be limited to 20 hours per week in the athletic training room, will be required to complete 10 hours of study hall per week, and may not travel to away competitions. Students not meeting semester GPA requirements will be limited to 25 hours per week in the athletic training room and will be required to complete five hours of study hall per week. Students receiving a deficient grade in a course required for the major will be limited to 25 hours per week in the athletic training room and will be required to complete five hours of study hall per week during the semester in which the course is repeated. Students will be removed from probation if the requirements for retention are satisfied at the completion of the semester.

Suspension. Students not meeting the cumulative GPA requirement for a second semester (consecutive or non-consecutive) and/or receiving a deficient grade in a course required for the major upon retaking the course may be suspended from the program. Students on suspension will not be given a clinical assignment and will be required to complete weekly study hall hours and tutor sessions as assigned by the program director. Students will be removed from suspension if the requirements for retention are satisfied at the completion of the semester. Students removed from suspension may be required to complete weekly study hall hours as assigned by the program director for a minimum of one additional semester.

Dismissal from the Program. Students who have not met the requirements for retention following a semester on suspension will be considered for dismissal from the program. Other circumstances (e.g, sacrificing patient confidentiality, not adhering to program policies and procedures) may result in a student being considered for immediate dismissal and will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

The program director, in consultation with the chair of the Department of Kinesiology and the program faculty/staff, will make decisions regarding the dismissal of a student from the program. The program director will meet with the student to discuss the decision and reason(s) for dismissal. A letter will be placed in the student's file. A copy will be sent to the student and the chair of the Department of Kinesiology. Students shall not continue in the athletic training major (ATTR) and will be required to file a change of major form with the dean's office. Students must return all clothing issued to them as a result of their involvement in the Athletic Training Program. Failure to return clothing in a timely manner will result in a hold being placed on the student's TCU account.





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