Athletic Trainer
Evaluate and treat musculoskeletal injuries or illnesses. Provide preventive, therapeutic, emergency, and rehabilitative care.
At a Glance
Athletic Trainer. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 3–3.5 years. Top skills: Athletic Training, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine.
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Bachelor's degree
3–3.5 years
6
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Athletic Trainers
Median Wage
$60,250/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+11.1%
Education
Master's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (17)
Athletic Training
Rehabilitation
Sports Medicine
Manual Therapy
Injury Prevention
Contraindication
Urgent Care
Medical Records
Hospital Information Systems
Emergency Medicine
Neuromuscular System And Disorders
Orthopedics
Strength Training And Conditioning
Billing
Acute Care
Electronic Medical Record
Clinical Practices
Common Skills (10)
Management
Communication
Coordinating
Program Management
Clerical Works
Leadership
Resilience
Administrative Functions
Computer Literacy
Certifications (3)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
Certified Athletic Trainer
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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