March is National Athletic Training Month
Take A Moment To Recognize Some Of The Hardest Working Members Of The Athletic Department!
March is National Athletic Training Month!
"We've Got Your Back"
The goal of the National Athletic Training Association (NATA) is to continue to reach those individuals and organizations that can help make a difference for athletic trainers when it comes to legislation, employment and public health.
Our intent is to educate stakeholders on the importance and value of athletic trainers to athletes, patients, clients and the public.
At this time of heightened media focus on concussion (and, as a result, athletic training), this is a good time to remind everyone of the breadth and depth of athletic trainer expertise in taking care of all kinds of injuries and all kinds of active people.
ATHLETIC TRAINER
An athletic trainer is an expert at recognizing, treating and preventing musculoskeletal injuries. ATs meets qualifications set by the Board of Certification, Inc., and adhere to the requirements of a state licensing board. ATs practice under the direction of a physician and are members of a health care profession recognized by the American Medical Association.
Requirements:
• Must obtain, at minimum, a bachelor's degree in athletic training
• Must pass a comprehensive exam to earn the ATC credential
• Must keep their knowledge and skills current by participating in continuing education
• Must adhere to standards of professional practice set by one national certifying agency and to a national code of ethics
Daily Duties:
– Provide physical medicine and rehabilitation services
– Prevent, diagnose, treat and rehabilitate injuries (acute and chronic)
– Coordinate care with physicians and other health care professionals
– Work in schools, colleges, professional sports, clinics, hospitals, corporations, industry, military, performing arts.
Visit the links below to better understand the fascinating world of Athletic Training.