Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Athletic Training
To be admitted into the Athletic Training Program, the applicant must meet the minimum criteria listed below: (to be completed through the School of Nursing and Health Sciences)
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Ability to meet the Technical Standards of Admission as document by a licensed physician, nurse practitioner, or physician's assistant.
- Admission to Piedmont College
- Declare Athletic Training as a major
- "C" or better on all required prerequisite coursework
- Completed application, cover letter, and professional resume (due January 15th)
- Copy of unofficial transcripts (Final, official transcripts due before summer classes begin)
- 35 clinical observation hours with a Certified Athletic Trainer
- Copy of First Aid and CPR certification cards (must be valid through the start of summer courses)
- Copy of immunization records, including Hepatitis B and a TB skin test (within 12 months)
- Overall cumulative minimum GPA of 2.8
- Two letters of recommendation (if already enrolled at Piedmont, one must be from a faculty or staff member)
- Successful background check and drug screen (must use the College's chosen vendor)