School of Graduate Medical Education
Curriculum

First Professional Year
August Session
Athletic Training Principles I • Research Methods

Fall and Spring Semesters
Functional Human Anatomy • Human Physiology • Surface Anatomy & Palpation • Kinesiology • Therapeutic Modalities • Basic Rehabilitation Procedures • Research Methods • *Clinical Practicum I • Exercise Physiology & Nutrition • Research Project I

Second Professional Year
May/June Summer Session
Clinical Practicum II • General Medical Conditions • Biomedical Ethics

Fall and Spring Semesters
Therapeutic Exercise • *Clinical Practicum III & IV • Evaluation and Management of the Musculoskeletal System I-Extremities • Evaluation and Management of the Musculoskeletal System II-Spine • Sports Psychology • Research Project II and III • Orthopedic Clinical Medicine • Clinical Imaging • Exercise Pharmacology • Pharmacology • Health Care Administration

*On or Off-campus clinical affiliation

Please see the Graduate Catalog for course descriptions.

Clinical Experience
The clinical education aspect of the Master of Science in Athletic Training program is a coordinated effort between Seton Hall University and various clinical sites. Seton Hall University has clinical affiliation agreements with many clinical facilities in the New Jersey area. Students can expect hands-on clinical experience with athletes and physically active individuals at both on- and off-campus facilities, including:

  • Professional Sports Teams
  • Sports Medicine/rehabilitation clinics
  • High Schools
  • Colleges and Universities
  • Sports Performance/Training Facilities
  • General Medicine Clinics

Academic Policy
In order to ensure that the School graduates competent and ethical practitioners, the School of Graduate Medical Education faculty, in conjunction with the Dean's Office, developed an Academic Standards Policy and Policy on Academic Honesty and Integrity (PDF).

  • Student Profile
  • Joseph Sierzega
  • Interested in participating in the world of sports without the grueling workout regimen of a professional athlete, Joseph Sierzega, enrolled in the School of Graduate Medical Education’s (SGME) athletic training (AT) graduate program.

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