The master's degree program in Athletic Training (AT) is designed to accommodate both NATA certified athletic trainers and NATA "certification eligible" athletic trainers. Course work and clinical experiences are designed to develop skills necessary to conduct research and increase proficiency in sports injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. It is a goal that graduates become: critical consumers of research and accepted clinical practices, advanced health care providers, and leaders in the clinical, educational, and research endeavors of the profession.
The College offers the Master of Science in Clinical Laboratory Sciences. For more information, contact:
Doris Baker, Ph.D., Director
Clinical Laboratory Sciences Program
121 Washington Ave., Room 205
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40536-0003
(859) 323-1100 ext. 260
e-mail: dbake0@uky.edu
http://www.mc.uky.edu/CLS/CLS.htm
The Master of Science in Communication Disorders is designed for students seeking entry-level professional preparation in speech-language pathology. The degree is available for students who have completed an undergraduate major in communication disorders. Any student without an undergraduate major in Communication Disorders should apply as a prerequisite student in the undergraduate program to complete the prerequisite course work. The curriculum incorporates course work and intensive clinical practicum experiences designed to prepare students to meet state licensure and national certification requirements. For further information, contact:
This program option produces specialists in the safe, efficient use of radiation and radioactive materials. Such professionals are responsible for the protection of the health and safety of users of radiation and the general public. The health physicist draws upon knowledge and skills derived from physics, mathematics, biology, medicine, chemistry, and management. As use of radiation has become more frequent and highly regulated, employment of radiation protection specialists has greatly increased.
For further information about this program, contact:
Division of Radiation Sciences
121 Washington Ave.
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40536-0003
(859) 323-1100 ext. 248
e-mail: rcchri1@pop.uky.edu
The program is designed to develop nutrition specialists, knowledgeable in the metabolic changes that occur in normal exercise and various pathophysiological states. Opportunities for specialization are available in the areas of nutrition support, wellness and sports nutrition, community nutrition, and molecular biochemical nutrition. In addition, concurrent participation in an American Dietetic Association (ADA) approved dietetic internship and/or Physician Assistant Program are possible. Continued graduate study in Clinical Nutrition is possible through the multidisciplinary Ph.D. program in Nutritional Sciences.
The courses provide the student with in-depth knowledge of the role of nutrition in metabolism, the physiology of organ systems, and the pathophysiology of specific disease states. Elective course selections provide program focus while allowing maximum flexibility to meet individual needs. A minimum of 35 credit hours of course work is required for graduation.
For further information, contact:
The Division of Physical Therapy offers the Master of Science degree to qualified graduate students that have already obtained a professional physical therapy degree. The Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree with both thesis (Plan A) and non-thesis (Plan B) options is offered. Plan A is designed as an advanced degree sequence involving an area of specialty concentration (musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary) and the completion of an individual research project resulting in a thesis. Plan B is designed for the graduate physical therapist to further his or her knowledge in physical therapy practice and clinical research and requires the completion of a joint research project rather than the individual project and thesis. Graduates of the M.S. program will be prepared for advanced clinical practice in their selected area, able to conduct and report research, have experience in academic and clinical teaching and will be prepared to assume a leadership role in the profession. The intensity and depth of the course work will also prepare the student for work towards a doctoral degree if they so desire. For further information, contact:
All applicants must achieve a combined score of at least 1200 on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) taken within the last five years. Official scores of the verbal, quantitative and analytical portions of the GRE must be submitted with application.
All applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 accredited college or university. Applicants must have earned a C grade or better in the following prerequisite courses:
| Prerequisite Courses |
| 2 semesters of general chemistry with laboratory |
| 1 semester of general psychology |
| 1 semester of developmental psychology |
| 1 semester of biology/zoology with laboratory |
| 1 semester of microbiology |
| 1 semester of sociology/anthropology |
| 1 semester of human anatomy (premed or biology major level) |
| 1 semester of human physiology (premed or biology major level) |
| 1 semester of medical terminology |
| 1 semester of computer science |
Three (3) letters of recommendation must be submitted from persons familiar with the applicant (for at least one year) and his/her professional goals.
Applicants must demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the role and responsibilities of a physician assistant.
Applicants must submit an Admissions Essay according to the directions of the application for admission. The writing sample must be of graduate level quality and reflect the applicant's commitment to primary care.
Proof of current certification of basic life support must be submitted at the time of application and certification must be maintained throughout the program.
All applicants must comply with the Technical Standards of the Physician Assistant Studies Program as established by the College of Allied Health Professions.
All applicants who have complete files and who meet the minimum entrance requirements as set forth above will be granted an interview.
Health care experience is preferred, but not required.
For further information, contact:
Physician Assistant Studies
121 Washington Ave.
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40536-0003
(859) 323-1100 ext. 271
The College of Allied Health Professions offers an extension of the UK Physician Assistant Studies Program in Morehead, Kentucky. This professional program conducts selective admissions during the summer semester each year. The program selectively admits students from the 32 counties of eastern Kentucky. For information on eligibility requirements and applications, please contact:
Student Services Officer
Physician Assistant Program
UPO Box 715, Reed Hall 225
Morehead, KY 40351-1689
(606) 783-2636
This program option trains professionals involved with the application of ionizing and nonionizing radiation to the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Such individuals plan radiation treatments for cancer patients, measure output from radiation sources, calibrate and evaluate instrumentation, design radiation facilities, and control medical radiation hazards.
For further information about this program option, contact:
Division of Radiation Sciences
121 Washington Ave.
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY 40506-0053
(859) 323-1100 ext. 248
e-mail: rcchri1@pop.uky.edu