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Athletic Training |
| This field of study focuses on understanding and providing for health care needs associated with physical activity and sports. Emphasis is placed on development of the knowledge and techniques involved in injury prevention and recognition of emergencies as well as the treatment and rehabilitation of physical trauma. Extensive hands on experience is provided in clinical settings. Career opportunities are found in colleges or universities, school districts at the secondary level, professional sports organizations, hospitals and fitness facilities. |
CAREER POSSIBILITIES* |
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| Athletic Trainer | Wellness Coordinator | Coach |
| Occupational Therapist | Physical Therapist | Head Trainer |
| Athletic Director | Team Physician | Fitness Consultant |
| Sports Club Manager | Exercise Physiologist | Personal Trainer |
| Massage Therapist | Teacher | Aerobics Instructor |
| Strength & Conditioning Specialist | Sports Dietician | Corporate Fitness Director |
| Rehabilitation Specialist | Exercise Specialist | Physical Education Director |
| Recreation Therapist | Outdoor Leadership Trainer | Kinesiotherapist |
| Sports & Rec. Facilities Planner | Dir. of Intramural Programs | Training Camp Director |
| Athletic Equipment Designer | Parks & Recreation Coordinator | Youth Sports Director |
| Bio-medical Lab Assistant | Cardiovascular Fitness Instructor | Outward Bound Counselor |
| Sports Product Safety Tester | Health Spa Fitness Advisor | |
| *positions are at various levels some of which require graduate degrees | ||
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION SOURCES |
Books Available at the Office of Career Services:Athlete’s Guide to Career Planning. By Al Petitpas, Delight Champagne, Judy Chartrand, Steven Danish, and Shane Murphy Athletic Trainer by Edward Voeller Career Opportunities in the Sports Industry by Shelly Field Job Seekers Guide by Eastern College Athletic Conference Sports Information Directors’ Association |
