Athletic Training Degree

The athletic training program at Kean 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 New Jersey colleges that offer athletic training degrees.

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Kean University

37 Myrtle Ave, Dover, NJ

Kean, a public institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Union, NJ, it offers a suburban setting for students to study in. Approximately sixteen thousand students are enrolled per year at Kean University.

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

• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• English Language And Literature

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. Most students accepted to Kean University score in-between 840 - 1020 on the SAT. Kean admits approximately 70 percent of students applying yearly. Of those accepted, around 42 percent enrolled. More information on admissions can be found at kean.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay nearly $11,000, while nonresidents pay $18,000 per year. The cost of on-campus housing is about $12,000 annually. Students enrolled at Kean may qualify for aid which is usually loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Kean University Cougars participate in several athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at kean.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Athletic Training Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Kean 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

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 100
  • Average Annual Salary: $50960
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 160
  • Average Annual Salary: $61570

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