{"id":3124,"date":"2021-08-18T12:23:29","date_gmt":"2021-08-18T17:23:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/rehabilitation-sciences-technology\/?post_type=program&p=3124"},"modified":"2021-08-19T15:10:37","modified_gmt":"2021-08-19T20:10:37","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"program","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/rehabilitation-sciences-technology\/academics\/ms-athletic-training\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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How long does it take to complete the MS Athletic Training degree?<\/div>
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The program requires 6 sequential semesters over 2 calendar years. You begin in the Summer term, and complete the program at the end of the Spring term 2 years later.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Can I maintain a job while completing the MS Athletic Training degree?<\/div>
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Yes, many students work part-time during the academic year. It is important to also consider the high academic load (9-14 credits per semester) as well as the clinical education experiences (about 12 hours per week) when considering employment. It is not advisable to have a full-time job while completing the program.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Can I still apply to the BS Athletic Training program?<\/div>
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No, the BS Athletic Training program is no longer admitting students.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

I have already passed the Board of Certification Exam and am a Certified Athletic Trainer, and I would like to pursue a Master\u2019s degree. Is this the program for me?<\/strong><\/div>
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No, this is a professional degree program intended to prepare students to take the Board of Certification Exam. A good option for post-professional education is the MS Kinesiology<\/a>, PhD Kinesiology<\/a>, or PhD Health Sciences<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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