Athletic Trainer

Duties & Responsibilities: An athletic trainer is a certified health care professional who practices in the field of sports medicine. They are also specialized in preventing, diagnosing, and treating muscles and bone injuries. They also:

•   Apply protective/injury-preventive devices (ex. Tape, bandages, and braces)
• Recognize/evaluate injuries
• Provide first aid or emergency care
•   Develop and carry out rehabilitation programs for those injured athletes
• Plan & implement comprehensive programs to prevent injury and illness among athletes
• Perform administrative tasks (ex. Keeping records, writing reports on injuries, and treatment programs)

Salary: $25,960 - $64,140

Education: Must at least have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university. It is also more recommended for them to have a master if they want to get paid really well.

                                 

Reflection: Would you like to be one?

Yes and No. Yes because I think it would be nice and interesting to learn about all kind of injuries an athlete can suffer, and help the get through the process of their recovery with them. No because like I said I would want to be locked up in an office all day without experiencing outdoor experiences.