Declaration of Major

In order to be considered for admission to the ATEP, the following criteria must be met:

1. Applicants must be at least a sophomore.

2. Have completed or be enrolled in BIOL 1610, PEDU 2010, HEDU 4110, and PEDU 2250.*
* Students must earn a C or higher in all prerequisite classes and BIOL 1300 (pre-requisite for BIOL 1610).

3. Submit a complete application which includes:
a. NCCU ATEP Application for Admission
b. College transcript indicating the required GPA of 2.5 or higher
c. Resume, including work experiences
d. 3 letters of recommendation
e. Athletic Training room observation sheet (minimum 20 hours)
f. Signed copy of the ATEP technical standards packet

i.Technical Standards form
ii.Completed physical (within 6 months on the required form)
iii.Immunization Records (HBV, TB, Varicella)

g. Completing an interview
h. Signed confidentiality statement
i.  A copy of current CPR for Professional Rescuer and AED cards.
j.  Provide a writing sample with professional goals
k. Provide a transcript showing proof of pre-requisite courses or courses in progress

4. Applications are due November 1 for students who wish to begin the program during the following spring semester. The application process is completed with a formal interview. Athletic training faculty, the department chairperson, athletic training students and other faculty may serve on the interview committee.

5. Students are notified of their status in writing, within two weeks so that they can schedule the appropriate courses for the next semester.

6. The NCCU ATEP is a highly competitive program. Even if all admission requirements are met,   admission into the ATEP is NOT guaranteed.

7. Students must commit themselves to a minimum of 5 semesters and a minimum of 150 clinical hours per semester, for the completion of course work and clinical experiences.

8. Transfer students are eligible to apply for admittance into the ATEP and are required to meet the aforementioned admission policies. ATEP specific classes and/or clinical hours must have been completed at a CAATE accredited institution to be considered for transfer credit.  A transcript and course descriptions must be submitted to the  ATEP Director who will make the final decision as to the acceptance of ATEP specific classes.  The final 30 hours of a student's degree must be completed at NCCU.

9. Student-athletes are eligible to apply for admittance to the ATEP. It will not be possible to complete the program requirements without full cooperation from the athlete's coaching staff. No exceptions will be made to course sequencing or completion of acceptable clinical experiences.

10. The ATEP does not discriminate based upon race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age , political affiliation , sexual orientation or  disabling condition. The ATEP adheres to the North Carolina Central University equal opportunity/affirmative action/nondiscrimination policy.

Progress Evaluation and Retention Requirements

1. The student's faculty advisor, the ATEP Director, and Clinical Education Coordinator will monitor normal progress  toward completion of the required courses and clinical rotations. There is a personal performance evaluation each semester.

2. Students falling below a 2.5 (cumulative) GPA are placed on one-semester probation and may be removed from his or her clinical assignment.  The ATS must maintain a 2.50 GPA for one semester to remain in the ATEP. 

3. No grade lower than a C will be accepted in any athletic training course and all practical competencies must be passed with a minimum of 80% in order to advance to the next athletic training course.

4. Any student who finds that he or she is having trouble in a class is encouraged to talk to the ATEP Director so that appropriate help or tutoring can be provided.  This is to insure that the student has every opportunity to retain his or her GPA and spot in the ATEP.

5. Tutoring and academic advising is available in the Academic Support Center, located in Alexander Dunn.  This service is available to all NCCU students.

6. Students must demonstrate, throughout his or her clinical rotations, a continued improvement and eventual achievement of proficiency mastery as an entry-level athletic trainer.

7. If an athletic training student (ATS) is unable to complete the minimum of 150 clinical hours, but is able to complete all of the other requirements for the associated clinical class, the ATS will be assigned an "I" for the course and then have the opportunity during the following semester to make up the required clinical hours with an ACI outside of his or her normal clinical time.  Upon completing the required hours the student will be granted a grade that is reflective of his or her work. See the college catalog for requirements for an incomplete grade.

8. If the ATS is unable to complete his or her clinical requirements (other than clinical hours) due to circumstances beyond his or her control, it will be up to the ATS, clinical course instructor, and ATEP Director to determine an appropriate course of action.  Every effort will be made to allow the ATS to complete the requirements in a timely manner and to continue in the ATEP.  If the magnitude of work missed is too extensive (more than 25% of the required work) the ATS will not be allowed to continue with his or her clinical progressions and will require additional time at NCCU to complete the ATEP. 

9. ATSs must maintain Professional Rescuer CPR, AED and First Aid certification throughout the duration of his or her time in the ATEP.

10.ATSs must have received the Hepatitis B vaccination, show proof of having begun the series, or sign a waiver denying the HBV before he or she will be allowed to begin his or her clinical rotation. ATS must also have current immunizations including Varicella, and an annual TB test. Background checks are also required for certain sites. It is the responsibility of the ATS to comply with all required documentation and training specific to each clinical site (prior to going to the site).

11. Once accepted the student must:
a. Maintain at least a 2.5 GPA
b. Complete at least 150 clinical hours per semester
c. Purchase annual liability insurance
d. Provide a $30 one time fee for uniforms
e. Maintain Professional Recuer CPR/AED and First Aid certification (approximately $10/year)
f. Recognize that additional costs associated with transportation may be incurred when participating in clinical education experiences located off campus.