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Athletic Training Education Program
Admission
Formal application involves the completion of a program application, submission of official transcripts of all high school and post-secondary academic work and three standardized recommendation forms. An interview with the selection committee and a practical test are also part of the application process. The selection committee is comprised of ATEP faculty, clinical instructors, administrators, and several graduating ATEP students. Students must also meet specific written technical standards prior to admission to the ATEP. A copy of these standards may be obtained from the office of the program director.
On average, twenty students are chosen to enter the major each year. The mean GPA of students admitted in 2007 was 3.35. Selection into the ATEP is competitive and satisfaction of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Following selection, completion of the program requires a minimum of six consecutive semesters or three academic years. Admitted students are required to undergo blood-borne pathogen training and a physical examination annually and must maintain current training in First Aid and CPR for Health Care Professionals. ATEP students are also offered access to Hepatitis B vaccination at no charge.
Students who wish to obtain a teaching certificate may pursue this option through the Alternative Certification Program within the College of Education. The undergraduate catalog is published at two-year intervals. Program advising sheets are updated much more frequently and provide the most current information on degree and other requirements. Students should always obtain the most recent advising sheet, available from the Student Services Office in 101 Doster Hall. A brief description of the courses are contained in the Undergraduate Catalog and on this web site.
- Gain admission to The University of Alabama. PLEASE CALL 800-933-BAMA FOR UNIVERSITY ADMISSION INFORMATION.
- Enroll in the College of Human Environmental Sciences as a General Health Studies major. At the end of the spring semester, apply for admission to the ATEP.
- Complete the following
prerequisite classes
with a grade of C or higher by the end of the semester of application. - Maintain a minimum cumulative Grade Point Average of 2.5 (60% of weight in selection formula).
- Participate in evaluation by the full-time on-campus clinical instructors. (5% of weight in selection formula)**
- Submit three standardized recommendation forms. (5% of weight in selection formula)**
- Provide proof of current CPR training.
- Present official transcripts of all high school, junior college, college, and university work.**
- Submit a completed ATEP application.**
- Complete an oral-practical examination with ATEP Selection Committee at a scheduled time. (10% of weight in selection formula)
- Complete a personal interview with the ATEP Selection Committee at a scheduled time. (10% of weight in selection formula)
- Participate in evaluation by the ATEP Selection Committee. (10% of weight in selection formula)
** These steps will be addressed in HAT 258 (Clinical in Athletic Training)
Selection into the ATEP is competitive and satisfaction of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Students must be accepted into the program before enrolling in the course sequence for majors. After reviewing this material, if you have further questions about the program please contact our office.
Dr. Deidre Leaver-Dunn
Associate Professor
Director - Athletic Training Education Program
PO Box 870311
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0311
205-348-8683 (Office)
205-348-7568 (FAX)
dleaver@bama.ua.edu
