1. The Athletic Training Student Aide Program
Chapter 4:
The Athletic Training Student Aide Program

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The ATSA
The athletic training student aide (ATSA) participates in important clinical activities.
ATSAs gain valuable experience in a clinical setting and enable the sports medicine director to focus more time on addressing the needs of the entire program.
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3. Lines of Communication
The certified athletic trainer and ATSA must have effective communication channels to several individuals
Team doctor and support staff
Nurse
Coaches
Parents
Athletes
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4. ATSA Responsibilities
Skills, such as taping, are an important part of student athletic trainer activities.
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5. ATSA Responsibilities (cont.)
A student wanting to become an ATSA must be
Highly motivated
Willing to make a long-term commitment
Successful academically
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6. ATSA Responsibilities (cont.)
A student wanting to become an ATSA must be
On time
Able to work well with others
A self-starter
Willing to do more than asked
A positive role model
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7. ATSA Responsibilities (cont.)
ATSA duties
Stock First Aid kit
Check equipment
Stock ice chest
Fill water bottles
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8. ATSA Responsibilities (cont.)
ATSA duties
Check previous injury lists
Communicate with certified athletic trainer and coaches
Help with injury treatment and taping
Clean training room
Update supply list
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9. ATSA Responsibilities (cont.)
ATSA duties
Check out equipment
Maintain proper training-room atmosphere
Review season with staff and program director
Have fun
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