Athletic Training Degree

The athletic training program at Ashland University prepares students for a rewarding career in sports medicine as a certified athletic trainer. The program focuses on consultation with, and under the supervision of physicians to prevent and treat sports injuries and associated conditions. Program courses include: treatment of athletic injuries and illnesses, first aid and emergency care, therapeutic exercise, anatomy and physiology, kinesiology and biomechanics, nutrition, sports psychology, personal and community health, and applicable professional standards and regulations. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer athletic training degrees.

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Ashland University

1783 State Route 60, Ashland, OH

Ashland College is a nonprofit private institution located in Ashland, Ohio and provides a large number of degree programs for students. The school maintains a Brethren Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Ashland College has an annual student enrollment of approximately six thousand.

Areas of study offered at Ashland College include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• Theology And Religious Vocations

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 1330 to 1630 on the SAT and between 20 to 25 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to Ashland College. This school has an acceptance rate of about 72% of which only 24% decided to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $31,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. The price of on-campus housing is around $5,500 per year. Some students at Ashland University may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Ashland University "Eagles" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

Students who wish to see more about Ashland College may take a look at their website at http://www.ashland.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Athletic Training Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ashland University offers a bachelor's degree program in athletic training.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Athletic Trainers

Description

Evaluate and advise individuals to assist recovery from or avoid athletic-related injuries or illnesses, or maintain peak physical fitness. May provide first aid or emergency care.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, athletic trainers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 21.1% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).