Athletic Training Education Program

The Texas Christian University Athletic Training Education Program is accredited by the
Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Athletic Training Program at Texas Christian University is to provide an enjoyable student centered undergraduate learning experience that effectively links didactic and clinical education. The Athletic Training Program will promote professional and ethical conduct, encourage professional leadership, prepare students to be successful on national and state credentialing examinations, and produce competent and confident athletic trainers prepared for a career in Athletic Training.

Goals and Objectives

In keeping with the mission of Texas Christian University, the Athletic Training Program, and in accordance with the expectations of the profession of Athletic Training, the goals and objectives of the Athletic Training Program are to:

  • Provide an enjoyable educational experience that prepares students to be competent and confident athletic trainers.
  • Educate and prepare the athletic training student in the domains of athletic training.
  • Connect the didactic, classroom knowledge with sound clinical application.
  • Prepare students to be successful on the Board of Certification examination.
  • Prepare students to be successful on the State of Texas Athletic Trainer Licensure Examination.
  • Educate students in the field of Athletic Training to serve the scholastic, intercollegiate, professional, and recreational athletes who are participating in sport, whether formally or informally.
  • Recognize a need in the profession for Certified Athletic Trainers in Secondary Schools.
  • Produce qualified individuals to serve in the Secondary School setting.
  • Develop young professionals that will be leaders in Athletic Training at the state, district, and national levels.
  • Mentor students in all aspects of Athletic Training as well as University life
  • Expose the athletic training student to other allied healthcare professionals that comprise the “Sports Medicine Team”.
  • Emphasize professional conduct and ethical standards
  • Graduate Athletic Training Students of recognized excellence.
  • Establish Texas Christian University as a leader in undergraduate Athletic Training Education.