Welcome to Midland University’s Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program. This program is a traditional full-time program that prepares students to take the Board of Certification (BOC) Examination to become licensed as a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC). With 33 sports and multiple off-site experiences, Midland provides a diverse educational and clinical experience.
With a smaller school experience, Master of Athletic Training students will have access to various interprofessional opportunities with our growing Human Performance and Nursing programs. Midland University opened a state-of-the-art simulation lab that allows students to gain real-world experiences with the help of mannequins exhibiting a variety of conditions, and the renovated dedicated Athletic Training space provides a home for athletic training development.
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Check out our MAT 3+2 option that allows our students to complete an undergraduate degree in Human Performance and a Master of Athletic Training degree in just five years!
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Midland University’s traditional MAT program provides students hands-on experience, a state-of-the-art simulation lab, and so much more!
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Midland University’s Master of Athletic Training program, which includes our 3+2 and traditional MAT options, has been approved by the Higher Learning Commission.
Midland University’s Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program has completed a self-study and submission covering 109 standards to earn a final vote of approval for accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE).
The recently attained accreditation is required for all Midland MAT students to be eligible to take the Board of Certification (BOC) exam to become a certified athletic trainer (ATC) and represent one of three graduate programs accredited by CAATE in the state of Nebraska.
CAATE Program Outcomes