By William Green & Rasheem Toro AP Period 7 . Athletic Trainers By William Green & Rasheem Toro AP Period 7

Overview An Athletic Trainer is a certified health care professional who practices in the field of sports medicine. AT’s provide comprise prevention, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions

Work Environment AT’s can be found in: Colleges &universities, hospitals & clinics, occupational health, the military, performing arts, physician extender, professional sports, public safety, and secondary schools. AT’s wear varying uniforms but it’s usually polo and khaki.

Daily Routine The work schedule of an AT varies. Non sport AT’s usually work about 40-50 hours a week. AT’s that work in hospitals do some part time involved in outreach at high schools, colleges, and commercial businesses.

Qualifications- Education To become an AT you must: Obtain a 4 year undergraduate in athletic training or sports science. AT course work also includes human anatomy and physiology, nutrition, exercise, physical therapy, strength training, rehabilitation, health care, administration and kinesthetics. Also a 2- year internship with a physician or similar instructor is also required.

IMPORTANT QUALITIES Critical thinking- using logics and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions. ACTIVE LISTENING- GIVING FULL attention and take time to understand the points being made Monitoring- monitoring performance of others to make improvements Personal qualities- Good people skills Patience Good communication skills Able to handle stress

SALARY Athletic trainers can expect a median salary of about $39,600 with the working hours of $19 per hour. 50% of employed athletic trainers are recorded to make between $35,900 and $44,600 and between $17-$21 per hour.

JOB OUTLOOK In the U.S there is currently 2,481 athletic trainer jobs available

MINORITIES IN THE FIELD Dr. Marsha Grant-For- first African-American women to become a certified athletic trainer Keith Jones- first African-American and youngest head athletic trainer in the NBA Ronnie Barnes- first African-American NFL athletic trainer

SIGNIFICANCE Athletic Trainers are recognized by the American Medical Association as health professionals who help physicians to evaluate and treat athletes and help athletes maintain peak physical fitness as well as prevent and treat injuries. They are often one of the first health care providers on the scene when the injury occurs and therefore must be able to recognize, evaluate and assess injuries and provide immediate care when necessary. They know how to prevent an injury from occurring initially, prevent further injury from occurring and prevent the recurrence of an injury. Athletic Trainers specialize in the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries. They are also involved in the rehabilitation and reconditioning of injured athletes. They educate athletes about how to avoid placing themselves at risk for injury. They help make sport and recreation safer. Athletic Trainers advise athletes as to the proper use of athletic equipment and using protective products such as tape, bandages, ice and braces and help manage an injury.

CITES SOURCES http://kodokangear.wordpress.com/2012/01/13/the-importance-of-athletic-trainers-sports-injury-management/ http://blackfitnesstoday.com/black-history-month-health-fitness-achievements-pt-ii/

QUESTIONS What did you learn today? What interested you the most about our lesson? Would you consider this as a career path?