The Department of Athletic Training and Exercise Physiology offers degree programs which prepare students for careers in Exercise Physiology and the allied health field of Athletic Training. An Athletic Training major is offered for the individual desiring a career in athletic training/sports medicine. Successful completion of the Athletic Training program curriculum leads to a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training (BSAT). An Exercise Physiology major is offered for the individual desiring a career in Exercise Physiology and related fields. Successful completion of the Exercise Physiology program curriculum leads to a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology (BSEP). The graduate program in Exercise Physiology similarly prepares students for a career in exercise science and related fields. Successful completion of the graduate Exercise Physiology program curriculum leads to a Master of Science in Exercise Physiology (MSEP).
Many of our student who complete the BSEP go on to physical therapy, physician assistant, chiropractic, and other professional schools in the medical field. Additionally, our curriculum prepares students to take the certification exams for the American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist (CEP), the American Society of Exercise Physiologist Certification (EPC) board exam, and the National Strength and Conditioning Association Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) exam.
Athletic Training
Our undergraduate Athletic Training program is ranked #3 in the state of Texas behind Texas Tech University and Baylor University. MSU’s Athletic Training program is ranked #37 overall across the country based upon the rankings of College Factual.
- obtain a college degree (or be within 30 hours of being awarded),
- meet the coursework and apprenticeship requirements set out in the program's rules,
- complete the application process,
- and successfully complete both the Jurisprudence Exam and the Texas Athletic Trainer Written and Practical Examinations.
Please refer to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for additional information on the licensing process - https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/at/atapply.htm
- Complete your Master's degree from a program accredited by the Commission of Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE),
- Successfully complete the Board of Certification exam for The Athletic Trainer (BOC)
Please refer to the Commission of Accreditation of Athletic Training Education for the BOC process - https://caate.net/
The Department of Athletic Training and Exercise Physiology’s mission is to recruit and prepare students to successfully meet the demands of a rigorous professionally accredited curricula; to serve all students of the university through provision of service courses in supporting their academic pursuits; to serve the community’s Allied Health professionals with continuing educational opportunities and other appropriate services; to collect and disseminate disciplinary information on health, physical abilities, fitness, and sport; to motivate and empower our students and associates to be exemplary stewards of life-long health and physical ability.