1. Athletic Training Tim Amshoff AT Moore Traditional School
Allied Health Instructor
Sports Medicine Career Pathway

2. What is the ‘KBML’
Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure
Oversees credentialing of healthcare providers, physician assistants, acupuncturists, and Athletic Trainers
Involved in Development of Profession’s Accredited Education Programs
Based in Louisville, KY on Whittington Pkwy.
In KY, Athletic Trainers are licensed healthcare workers

3. What is the ‘NATA’ National Athletic Trainers’ Association
Professional Association for Athletic Trainers
31,000+ Members
34% of ATCs are employed in High Schools
4500+ College Students in Professional Education Programs
Involved in Development of Profession’s Accredited Education Programs
Based in Dallas, Texas

4. What is the ‘KATS’ Kentucky Athletic Trainers’ Society
Professional Association for Athletic Trainers
350+ Members
Involved in Professional Development for Athletic Trainers (continuing education units)

5. Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
Certified athletic trainers (ATCs) are unique health care providers who specialize in the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses that occur to athletes and the physically active.

6. Professional Athletic Training Curricula
Assessment and Evaluation
Acute Care
General Medical Conditions and Disabilities
Pathology of Injury and Illness
Pharmacological Aspects of Injury and Illness
Nutritional Aspects of Injury and Illness
Therapeutic Exercise
Therapeutic Modalities
Health Care Administration
Professional Development and Responsibilities
Psychosocial Intervention and Referral

7. Athletic Training Domains
Prevention
Recognition, Evaluation & Assessment
Immediate Care
Treatment, Rehabilitation & Reconditioning
Organization & Administration
Professional Development & Responsibility

8. Certification Requirements
BS or Masters in Athletic Training through a curriculum approved by Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Successful completion of the NATA Board of Certification exam
Continuing Education Required to Maintain Certification
Licensed in majority of states

9. NATA Board of Certification (BOC) Accreditation
Since 1982, the BOC has been continuously accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies. The BOC is the only accredited athletic trainer credentialing program in the United States.
The National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) is the accreditation body of NOCA. Certification programs may apply and be accredited by the NCCA if they demonstrate compliance with each accreditation standard. NCCA's Standards exceed the requirements set forth by the American Psychological Association and the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. (source:

10. Employment Settings Professional Sports College University Athletics
Secondary School Athletics
Clinical Physical Therapy Outpatient & Hospital
Corporate & Industrial
Military

11. Athletic Training Student Aide
ATSA – An “AIDE” vs “Student Athletic Trainer”
Must Work Under the Direction of an ATC
Opportunity to Become Involved in High School Activities
Gateway to Career Opportunities