College of Education and Human Services

Athletic Training

 What is athletic training?

Athletic training is practiced by athletic trainers, health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to optimize activity and participation of patients and clients. Athletic training encompasses the prevention, diagnosis, and intervention of emergency, acute, and chronic medical conditions involving impairment, functional limitations, and disabilities.

For more information on athletic training, please visit the National Athletic Trainers' Association website.

Common Athletic Training Employment Settings

  • High School Athletics
  • College and Universities Athletics
  • Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics
  • Professional Sports Teams
  • Industrial/Corporate Locations

Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)

CAATE grants accreditation to college and university education programs for the Athletic Trainer upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Athletic Training (JRC-AT).

CAATE accreditation is required for all programs wishing to prepare students to be eligible for the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Exam.

On July 24, 2006 the Athletic Training Program received full accreditation.

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