Athletic Training Central Michigan University

Overview

The Athletic Training programme at Central Michigan University provides an intensive educational experience designed to prepare students for professional certification. This integrated 3+2 pathway allows learners to complete both their undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in just five years of dedicated study.

Students begin their journey in the pre-professional phase before applying for the professional phase of the curriculum. The programme is structured to ensure that participants gain significant clinical experience early in their academic careers, working directly with patients and athletes to develop essential healthcare skills.

With a focus on small class sizes, typically limited to 16 students, the faculty provides personalised attention and mentorship.

Why Athletic Training at Central Michigan University?

Central Michigan University holds a distinguished reputation as the first institution in the United States to offer a sports medicine major of this kind. The programme is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education, ensuring high standards of professional preparation.

A significant advantage for students is the tuition saving structure, where graduate-level courses in the fourth year are charged at the undergraduate rate. The university also boasts a history of excellence, with many cohorts achieving a 100% first-time pass rate on national certification tests.

Facilities at the university are world-class, featuring the state-of-the-art Health Professions Building. Here, students engage in cutting-edge healthcare research and practical training. Clinical placements are diverse, ranging from collegiate athletic settings to outreach rehabilitation and immersive fitness clinic environments.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 22200 per year
• National fee: USD 13248 per year
• Local fee: USD 13248 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is divided into a pre-professional phase followed by a professional phase. Modules may include:

• Athletic Training
• Anatomy
• Nutrition
• Injury Prevention
• Therapeutic Rehabilitation
• Sports Medicine Research

Careers with Athletic Training

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles within the healthcare and sports industries. The comprehensive training ensures that alumni are ready to work with professional sports teams, secondary schools, and higher education institutions as certified athletic trainers.

Beyond traditional sports settings, graduates find opportunities in hospitals, clinical environments, and industrial health centres. Potential career paths include roles such as Health and Wellness Coach, Fitness Manager, Exercise Trainer, and Health Education Specialist.

The programme's strong emphasis on clinical rotations ensures that students enter the workforce with a robust professional network. Many graduates secure positions in rehabilitation clinics, private fitness centres, and corporate wellness departments across the country.