»Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Education Program

The mission of Chapman University’s Athletic Training Education Program (ATEP) is to provide a comprehensive health care education that focuses on the physically active and prepares students for a rewarding career in sports medicine as a certified athletic trainer. Athletic trainers are healthcare professionals who focus on the prevention, clinical diagnosis and intervention of medical conditions involving impairment, functional limitations and disabilities.  Chapman University’s ATEP is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education through May 2019.

Program Goals:

  • Prepare students to successfully complete the Board of Certification (BOC) exam
  • Produce high quality, ethical and professional certified athletic trainers for employment in diverse allied health settings
  • Provide advising and guidance for students pursuing entrance into graduate school
  • Build an appreciation for the athletic training contributions to sports medicine and allied health profession
  • Foster the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • Encourage study abroad opportunities to develop an appreciation and understanding of international health care practices

  • Program
  • Kinesiology Minor
  • Career Oportunities
  • Faculty
  • Student Org.
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  • Kinesiology is the "study of human movement" and the minor encompasses an interdisciplinary approach for understanding the human body. In this minor, students obtain a broad understanding of kinesiology through courses in biology, nutrition, psychology, leadership, and athletic training in preparation for future careers in the health, fitness, and coaching professions.

    Kinesiology Minor Classes (.pdf)

  • NATA Certified Members by Job Setting 2009

     

     

     

     

     

     

    *Graph provided by National Athletic Trainers’ Association’s most recent career survey.

  • Chapman’s diverse ATEP faculty members, clinical staff, affiliated clinical instructors, and guest lecturers represent an outstanding breadth and depth of athletic and health care professionals. This direct access to working professionals greatly enhances our students' learning and career success.

    Academic Faculty

    • Jason Bennett, DA, ATC – Program Director, Associate Professor
    • Sara Nottingham, EdD, ATC, CSCS – Assistant Professor
    • Tricia Kasamatsu, MA, ATC – Full-time Instructor
    • Ky Kugler EdD, ATC – Associate Dean, Professor

    For more information about our Clinical & Medical Staff & Guest Lecturers please visit our Clinical Education page.

  • The Athletic Training Student Society (ATSS)

    ATSS is an on-campus organization specifically for students in the Athletic Training major. The purpose of ATSS is to promote professional development of Athletic Training students through special events such as community service, fundraising, professional conferences, and social activities. Through these events, ATSS members build leadership and networking skills as well as strong friendships within the athletic training community.

  • Mailing Address:

    Athletic Training Education Program
    Chapman University, College of Educational Studies
    One University Drive
    Orange, CA  92866
    Email: atep@chapman.edu
    Athletic Training Education Program faculty offices are located on the second floor of Reeves Hall.

    Jason Bennett, DA, ATC
    Program Director, Associate Professor
    Phone: 714-997-6567
    jbennett@chapman.edu

    Jennifer Bennett
    Department Assistant
    Phone: 714-997-6639
    bennett@chapman.edu

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