Athletic Training
The athletic trainer, with the consultation and supervision of attending and/or consulting physicians, is an integral part of the the health care system associated with physical activity and sports. Through preparation in both academic and practical experience, the athletic trainer provides a variety of services, including injury prevention, recognition, immediate care, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical trauma. The athletic trainer functions in cooperation with medical personnel, athletic administrators, coaches, and parents in the development and coordination of efficient and responsive athletic health care delivery systems.
Athletic trainer positions are found in colleges or universities, school districts (primarily at the secondary level), professional sport organizations, hospitals or clinics, and athletic and fitness facilities. Opportunities are limited at the Division I and professional sports levels. For obvious reasons these positions are highly prized; however, many athletic trainer positions can be found within hospitals and clinics and high schools. Many in the profession see employment increasing within these settings.
Related Career Titles for Athletic Training Major
- Aerobics Instructor
- Assistant Athletic Trainer
- Coach
- College/University Athletic Trainer
- Exercise Physiologist
- Fitness Consultant
- Fitness Instructor
- High School Athletic Trainer
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- Massage Therapist
- Personal Trainer
- Sports Club & Resort Management
- Sports Dietician
- Sports Physical Therapist
- Strength & Conditioning Specialist
- Teacher
- Team Physician
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