undergraduate
Athletic training
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What is an athletic training major?
Athletic training students are trained to work in consultation with and under the supervision of physicians to prevent and treat sports injuries and associated conditions. This includes concentrations in the identification, evaluation, and treatment of athletic injuries and illnesses; first aid and emergency care; therapeutic exercise; anatomy and physiology; exercise physiology; kinesiology and biomechanics; nutrition; sports psychology; personal and community health; knowledge of various sports and their biomechanical and physiological demands; and applicable professional standards and regulations.
of students said hands-on experience was a highlight of this major.
of students found this major to be difficult.
of students said they were motivated to select this major because it fit their passion & interest.
of students and alumni plan on being or are currently employed in an occupation related to this major.
of students said complex concepts were a challenging aspect of the major.
How much do athletic training majors make?
This data isn't currently reported, but we're working on it!
How popular is athletic training as a major?
Each year, around 3,530 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 550 students obtain an associate degree in athletic training. In 2021, 2,267 students received a bachelor's degree and 340 students received an associate degree. This is 24% fewer athletic training majors than there were in 2020. Athletic training is a relatively popular major compared to other kinesiology and physical therapy majors.
Advice from athletic training majors
Share your experienceYou have to be dedicated to your studies but find ways to make it work for you. Not everyone is able to study and learn the same way. Ask lots of questions to those around you, it helps to grow your knowledge. Being an AT is all about utilizing your resources, so start when you are in school.
It’s a great thing to go after if you love sports and medicine
To stay focus and if you really want to do it always go out of your way to find opportunities or jobs that relate to that major so that you can more knowledge on the job and concepts.
Take the risk, even though it might be hard sometimes. It is something that is extremely rewarding in the end.
Shadow a someone who is an AT before you make a decision about making athletic training your major! Also, always remember that it's okay if you don't end up working in the field you study. Life has a funny way of being nothing like you expected:)
