Athletic Training By: Amanda Proveaux

What is Athletic Training? “practiced by athletic trainers, the application of the principles and procedures for managing athletic injuries. This includes preconditioning, conditioning, and reconditioning activities” (NYSDE, 2009)

Athletic Trainers “healthcare professionals who collaborate with physicians to optimize activity and participation of patients and clients across age and care continuums” (NATA, 2012)

Education Requirements  at least, a bachelor’s degree from a college or university program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CATTE)  Or NATA offers certification through an entry-level master’s degree program  Upon completion of a CAATE-accredited Athletic Training program, students become eligible for national certification. National certification is obtained by successfully completing the NATA Board of Certification (BOC) examination. National certification is typically required for employment

Job Settings  Professional sports  Colleges and universities  Industrial and occupational settings  Hospitals and clinics  Performing arts  Military  Public safety  Secondary schools

Salary  National average- $51,483  Bachelor’s degree- $46,176  Master’s degree- $51, 144  Doctorate degree- $76,262

What do ATs do?  Apply protective or injury-preventive devices such as tape, bandages, and braces  Recognize and evaluate injuries  Provide first aid or emergency care  Develop and carry out rehabilitation programs for injured athletes  Plan and implement programs to prevent injury and illness from athletics  Perform administrative tasks, such as keeping records and writing reports on injuries and treatment programs

Athletic Trainers are NOT Personal Trainers

Athletic Trainers vs Personal Trainers Athletic Trainers  Must obtain at least a bachelor’s degree in athletic training  Must pass a comprehensive exam to earn the ATC- credential  Provide physical medicine and rehabilitation services Personal Trainers  May or may not have higher education in health sciences  May or may not be required to obtain certification  Assess fitness needs and design appropriate exercise regimens

Athletic Trainers vs Personal Trainers cont… Athletic Trainers  Prevent, diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate injuries (acute and chronic)  Coordinate care with physicians and other health care professionals  Work in secondary schools, colleges, professional sports, clinics, hospitals, corporations, industries, military, and performing arts Personal Trainers  Work with clients to achieve fitness goals  Help educate the public on the importance of physical activity  Work in health clubs, wellness centers, and other locations where fitness takes place

Why I think Athletic Trainers are Important

Resources  Athletic training. (2012, May 16). Retrieved from  Lowe, R. (2011, November 11). Athletic training salaries on the rise according to latest survey. Retrieved from  New York State Department of Education, Office of the Professions. (2009). Consumer information: What you should know about certified athletic trainers and their services. Retrieved from website:  Siedentop, D., & van der Mars, H. (2011). Introduction to physical education, fitness & sport, eighth edition. (8th ed., pp ). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.