2. Athletic trainers are qualified health professionals who
are trained in preventing, recognizing, managing, and
rehabilitating injuries that result from physical
activity/sports.
3. One must graduate from a bachelors or
masters degree program accredited by
the Accreditation of Athletic Training
Education (CAATE)
Education requirements
5. Disadvantages:
Work hours can be long and unpredictable. You follow a
teams schedule.
A bachelor’s degree is a minimum requirement.
Advantages:
The athletic training field is one that should continue to be
in demand.
If you enjoy sports and being around sports, then being
an athletic trainer is a good way to be involved.
6. I want to pursue this career because I love
sports and I have always had a knack for
taking care of others, it seems perfect.