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Learn about the crucial roles, educational and professional requirements, and regulatory aspects of athletic training. Explore why athletic trainers are gatekeepers to the medical community and how their services benefit athletes. Discover the importance of professionalism and NATA resources for effective PR.
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WHO ARE WE • NATA Domains • Educational Requirements • Professional Requirements • Regulation
WHAT WE DO • Explain your job as well as AT in other settings.
WHY DO WE DO WHAT WE DO • Service • Under direction of a physician • Gatekeeper to the medical community • We want athletes to participate safely. • Know the stats in your setting
WHY AN ATC • Cost effective • Reimbursement • Commitment to employees • Revenue savings
NATA PR • Materials on web site • Power point • Brochures • Injury stats • ATC month
Professionalism • Be sure your PR plan is well thought out and professional. • If you are the ambassador of AT in your school or community maintain professional dress and conduct.