Program Description

The University of Delaware's athletic training education program (ATEP) is an entry-level master’s degree program that encompasses two consecutive calendar years involving very specific coursework and competitive clinical experiences, and culminating with a full semester-long clinical. ATEP has a rigorous and intense curriculum that places specific requirements and demands on the students enrolled in the program. The mission of the ATEP is to prepare students to become competent, skillful and compassionate entry-level professionals in the profession of athletic training. Students involved in the ATEP will complete the University, departmental and major coursework requirements; they will also satisfy the clinical proficiencies via the practicum experience and while working in various clinical environments. Upon completion of this program, the student is eligible to successfully sit for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination for athletic trainers. Furthermore, the student is recommended for a master of science degree in athletic training. Program admission is for the summer term.

Admission Requirements

1. A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.Transcripts must show proof of a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.25 or higher as well as the following course prerequisites. In cases where equivalency is ambiguous the onus is on the student to make the case for substitution.
   • Prerequisite coursework ("B" grade or higher):
     • Anatomy/Physiology (with labs) – 2 classes
   • Prerequisite coursework ("C-" grade or higher):
     • Biology (with lab) – 1 class
     • Biomechanics – 1 class
     • Chemistry (with lab) – 1 class
     • Exercise Physiology – 1 class
     • Mathematics (pre-calculus or higher) – 1 class
     • Nutrition – 1 class
     • Physics (with lab) – 1 class
     • Psychology – 1 class
     • Research Design/Methods – 1 class
     • Statistics – 1 class
2. Supplemental documents. Students must upload a pdf copy of their current certification in CPR/AED; along with a log documenting 100+ hours of observation signed by a BOC certified athletic trainer.  The signature must include name, address, e-mail address, and telephone number of this individual.  In cases where hours were accrued under different athletic trainers a separate log needs to be submitted.  Finally, all applicants to the Athletic Training Education Program must sign, date, and upload a pdf copy of the “Technical Standards for Admission” form. All supplemental documents will be uploaded to the ATCAS online application portal.
3. Candidates whose applications are chosen for review and possible admission will be required to complete an interview (in-person or electronic media) before final admission decisions are made.  All interviews will be scheduled by the ATEP program Director.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5

Remarks:

• Total 30 Credits program per credit $979.
• Yearly tuition fee is given
• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $28919.