03/10/2026
In honor of National Athletic Training Month, I’ll be sharing facts each week about the profession of athletic training. Often misunderstood, athletic training plays a vital role in healthcare & sports performance. Here are a few quick facts (& myths) about AT’s: 🧐
1. Very different from personal trainers, AT’s specialize in prevention, evaluation, & rehabilitation of injuries. They have extensive training in sports medicine & are skilled in using specialized treatment techniques & modalities to help individuals recover & return to activity safely. 🩼🩹
2.AT’s must complete a master’s degree program & become board certified in order to practice. Most states also require professional licensure & adherence to additional regulations & practice standards. 🎓📜
3. AT’s are healthcare professionals themselves, who often collaborate with a wide range of other medical providers (orthopedic surgeons, PCP’s, PT’s, EMT’s, etc.). 🩺
4. College & professional sports isn’t the only place that employ AT’s. They can also be found in hospital & clinic settings, secondary schools, workplaces, the military, & even the performing arts. 🏥🪖🎭
What other questions do you have about the profession of athletic training? 🤨❔
