Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Athletic Training] From University of Central Arkansas

The program faculty is committed to providing students with a quality education. The curriculum is competency-based and developed in a purposeful sequence. In addition to prescribed courses, students complete five semesters of continuous clinical education. Students? clinical study is performed under the careful direction and supervision of clinical preceptors and program faculty. Upon successful completion of the program students are awarded a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training and are eligible to sit for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination for the athletic trainer.

?In cooperation with physicians and other health care professionals, the athletic trainer functions as an integral member of the health care team.

The baccalaureate degree program in athletic training is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), 6850 Austin Center Blvd, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78731-3184.

We are in the process of changing our program to meet the evolving nature of professional practice which requires more advanced development of clinical reasoning skills, the use of evidence-based practice and improvements regarding interprofessional collaboration. We are committed to transitioning to a graduate, professional education program where students will earn a Master of Science in Athletic Training (MS-AT) which will enable graduates to contribute to the ever changing healthcare environment. Please refer to the program website for additional information and updates regarding our progress in gaining approval of the MS-AT degree and CAATE accreditation of the graduate program.?