Athletic Training Degree

The athletic training program at Manchester College 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 Indiana colleges that offer athletic training degrees.

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Manchester College (LTI)

7225 Winton Drive - Building 128, Indianapolis, IN

Manchester College is a nonprofit private school that has a large number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in North Manchester, Indiana, in a predominantly rural area. The school maintains a Church of Brethren affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Manchester College has an annual student enrollment of approximately 1,300.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Psychology

To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit any transcripts or test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT exam scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score within the range of 1290 to 1650 on the SAT, or 19 to 25 for the ACT is common among accepted students. Manchester College admits about 60 percent of applicants yearly. Of those admitted, nearly 18 percent of students enrolled. More information regarding admissions can be found at admissions.manchester.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is around $29,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Housing may be available for those that want to live on-campus for around a cost of $5,500 for the year. Students enrolled at this school may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Manchester College is the "Spartans", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.manchester.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Athletic Training Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Manchester College has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

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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).