About Athletic Training

Fast facts:

Athletic trainers are healthcare professionals who work closely with physicians to not only administer preventative and emergency injury care for athletes and physically active individuals, but also follow through by setting up treatment regimen and rehabilitation protocols.

The University of Tulsa Athletic Training Professional Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.

The University of Tulsa is the only athletic training program in Oklahoma to offer an accelerated five-year Bachelor’s to Master’s program.

To practice as an athletic trainer, students must fulfill the following criteria:

Earn a degree from a university with a CAATE-accredited athletic training program

Complete the supervised practice courses, which require proficiency in required skill areas

Earn a certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider or equivalent

Pass the Board of Certification (BOC) exam

Obtain appropriate state credentials