Doctor of Athletic Training with Second-Degree Master of Science in Sport Psychology
Sport psychology complements the athletic trainers’ practice domains by focusing on the mental aspects of performance and well-being, such as motivation, confidence, stress management, injury recovery, and team dynamics. Through º£½ÇÂÒÂ×ÉçÇø’s Doctor of Athletic Training (DAT) + second-degree Master of Science in Sport Psychology (MS-PS), graduates are uniquely positioned to integrate advanced clinical knowledge with performance psychology expertise. This program is the first of its kind in the nation, combining a DAT with an MS-PS degree.
Graduates will be eligible to sit for the Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) examination through the Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP)
Program Structure
The second-degree MS-PS requires 36 credits. Eighteen (18) credits are met through double-counted courses across the DAT and MS-PS programs, and 18 credits come from additional MS-PS/MCC coursework.
DAT Courses That Apply to MS-PS:
- HLAT 811: Qualitative Research or HLAT 813: Quantitative Research
- HLAT 878: Psychosocial Aspects of Athletic Training
MS-PS Courses That Apply to DAT (Professional Perspectives category)
- MSP 521: Sport Psychology: Theoretical Foundations
- MSP 522: Sport Psychology: Psychological Techniques & Interventions
- MSP 530: Sport Science
- MCC 620: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Additional MS-PS Courses Required (18 credits)
- MCC 500: Helping Relationships
- MCC 510: Professional Orientation: Ethics and Counseling
- MCC 560: Social and Cultural Foundations
- MCC 570: Group Theory and Practice
- MSP 687: Internship Supervision I, Sport Psychology
- MSP 688: Internship Supervision II, Sport Psychology
Career Impact
Earning both the DAT and MS-PS equips athletic trainers with clinical expertise and performance psychology skills that are highly sought in healthcare, athletics, military, and performing arts settings. Graduates can:
- Provide comprehensive care that addresses both physical and psychological aspects of athletic performance.
- Pursue advanced roles in leadership, consulting, and academic or clinical program development.
- Sit for the CMPC exam, a credential that expands opportunities in applied sport psychology