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Careers in Athletic Training

Athletic trainers work closely with other members of the allied health team including physicians, physician's assistants, physical therapists, and others to care and prevent illness and injury related to sports and exercise.  By working under the direction of a licensed physician,  Athletic trainers advise, evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate athletes in order help athletes participate in athletic competition.

A career in athletic training can include, but not limited to: secondary schools, colleges and universities, professional sports, sports medicine clinics, corporate health program, health clubs, industrial health care programs, and athletic training education programs.

Athletic Training Work Settings

Industrial and commercial
Colleges and universities Hospitals, clinics, physician offices and sports medicine clinics
Professional sports Military and law enforcement
Performing arts

Source: National Athletic Trainer's Association

Related Fields

*Physical  therapist Rehab specialist
*Physician assistant *Occupational therapist
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Cardiac rehabilitation specialist *Massage therapist
Risk assessment manager Recreation therapist

* Indicates fields that require additional or graduate education.

 

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