About the Master of Athletic Training (MAT) Degree
Why Study Athletic Training at Cedarville?
Are you looking to become a certified athletic trainer? At Cedarville University, our Master of Athletic Training (MAT) program equips you to serve in competitive sports, clinical practices, and educational environments — all while being grounded in a biblical worldview.
Cedarville’s MAT prepares you for this fast-paced, high-impact field through a distinctive combination of:
- Comprehensive academic coursework delivered by experienced and credentialed faculty
- Hands-on clinical experiences in diverse athletic and healthcare settings
- A mission that integrates faith, service, and professional excellence
At Cedarville, you don’t have to choose between clinical competence and Christian mentorship — you receive both.
Request Info Schedule an AppointmentTwo Pathways to Your MAT
Whether you’re just starting college or already hold a bachelor’s degree, Cedarville offers a flexible path to your MAT:
Accelerated BS in Sport Medicine + MAT Dual Degree (five-year plan)
Complete your BS in sport medicine, a Bible minor, and your Master of Athletic Training in just five years. After three years of undergraduate study, you’ll enter the MAT program for years four and five, with your fourth-year courses counting toward both degrees.
Two-Year MAT for Bachelor’s Degree Holders
Already have an undergraduate degree? Apply directly to the MAT program as a standalone two-year graduate program, provided you meet the prerequisite course requirements.
No matter which path you choose, you’ll graduate from Cedarville ready to serve with skill, integrity, and Christlike compassion — making a real impact from the sidelines to the surgery suite.
What Sets Cedarville Apart?
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Biblical Worldview
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Real-World Experiences
You will complete immersion experiences where you will fulfill the role of a full-time athletic trainer. -
Collaborative
You will benefit from interprofessional interaction with students and faculty in other healthcare programs.
Program Contacts
Ken Blood, EdD, ATC
Master of Athletic Training Program Director, Associate Professor of Athletic Training
Program News
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MAT Student’s Research on Athlete Safety Earns National Honors
Inspired by the lack of research on emergency action planning (EAP) for collegiate athletes, Kyler Conn — a second-year Master of Athletic Training (MAT) — launched a study for his master’s thesis. -
Cedarville’s Lasting Legacy in Athletic Training Leadership
Cedarville University faculty and staff are instrumental in the OATA student senate — a body that provides professional development and networking opportunities for Master of Athletic Training (MAT) students across Ohio.