Athletic training
"[2] There are five areas of athletic training listed in the seventh edition (2015) of the Athletic Training Practice Analysis: injury and illness prevention and wellness promotion; examination, assessment, diagnosis; immediate and emergency care; therapeutic intervention; and healthcare administration and professional responsibility.
[10][11] Athletic trainers in this setting are commonly present at practices and competitions to be able to serve as first responders and deliver care as needed.
[9] Providing care at practices and competitions commonly leads to long working hours, including nights and weekends.
In recent decades, athletic trainers have been expanding into additional settings such as the performing arts, occupational medicine, and public security.
In certain instances, patients and clients may require treatment or consultation that falls beyond the scope of an athletic trainer's expertise.
"[14] The content of the courses will vary based upon the institute and professor, but there are some general subject matters that any AT should know including human and exercise physiology, kinesiology, anatomy, and nutrition.
This includes field evaluation of medical emergencies, such as cessation of breathing or circulation, shock, concussion, and spinal injury.
[19] Only individuals who successfully complete an accredited program are eligible to sit for the certification exam to become an athletic trainer.
While enrolled in one of these programs, the athletic trainer may gain clinical experience and receive a stipend through a graduate assistant internship.
Graduate assistant positions are generally around 10-month appointments that may be renewable after the first year and sometimes include additional summer work.
Completing the CAATE accredited education program is a part of the criteria that determines a candidate's eligibility for the Board of Certification (BOC) examination.
The WFATT's mission statement includes "Athletic Training & Therapy will be recognized as an essential part of multidisciplinary healthcare teams worldwide".
