Wide-Ranging
& rewarding
Athletic training has shaped up into a fast-growing profession.
Want to help people in a health care setting, but don’t want to be confined to a hospital or clinic? As an athletic trainer, you’ll be part of the health care team and specialize in preventing, evaluating, managing and rehabilitating conditions resulting from physical activity. You can help everyone from industrial workers to athletes return to work and play.
Professional
As a CAATE accredited athletic training program, UW-Green Bay prepares you for a successful career.
In-Demand
The field of athletic training is booming – it’s projected to grow 23% from 2020-2030, much faster than the average for other jobs.
Great Value
We pride ourselves on combining affordability with quality to help you reach your goals.
A Wealth of
Opportunity
With all the clinical education options we offer, find what career path works for you.
Because of all the hospitals, schools and sports teams in the area, Northeast Wisconsin offers a wealth of clinical education opportunities for athletic training students. You’ll have the opportunity to complete a wide variety of clinical experiences to find your path after graduation.
Accelerate Your Degree
Sports Medicine to MAT: Bachelor's to Master's Track
Combine a Sports Medicine (Human Biology) bachelor of science degree with this Master of Athletic Training (MAT) and you can earn both faster, while saving money.
Healthcare
On The Move
"There’s a lot more to athletic training than just taping—and your patient doesn’t just have to be an athlete. Companies like Google and Apple are bringing in athletic trainers to assist their employees at staying healthy and to rehab injuries resulting from being at a desk all day."
Sara Staup
Master of Athletic Training Student
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Accreditation Status
The UW-Green Bay Master of Athletic Training program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). The next required comprehensive accreditation review for the program will be conducted during the 2025-2026 academic year, with a self-study due date of July 1, 2025.
MAT Program Outcomes
UW-Green Bay MAT program outcomes are updated each year. The outcomes are defined and listed by CAATE. They include BOC pass rates, retention, graduation and graduation placement.
Master of Athletic Training Updates
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Professional Certification & Licensure Disclosure
The United States Department of Education (via 34 CFR Part 668) requires institutions to disclose information for programs leading to professional certification or licensure. Professional licensure requirements vary from state-to-state and can change year-to-year; they are established in a variety of state statutes, regulations, rules, and policies; and they center on a range of educational requirements, including degree type, specialized accreditation, total credits, specific courses and examinations. Athletic Training is a professional licensure program. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a list of state licensing boards by profession. For more information, visit Professional Licensure and State Certification.
MAT Meets Requirements in all 50 States
The UW-Green Bay Master in Athletic Training program meets certification or licensure requirements in the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
Disclaimer: This information is based on the most recent annual review of state agency certification and licensure data and is subject to change. All students are strongly encouraged to consult with UW-Green Bay MAT program chair William Gear and with the applicable state agency for specific information.
Ask An expert
With more than 20 years of experience as an athletic trainer and educator, Professor William Gear can help you with any questions or concerns.