1. Chapter 2: Athletic Training

2. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 2 Athletic Training  The rendering of specialized care to individuals involved in exercise and athletics

3. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 3 Certified Athletic Trainers  Professionals who have attained certification in the field of athletic training  The ACT (or CAT) works in cooperation with physicians and other allied health personnel.

4. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 4 Title IX  Federal legislation in effect since 1972  Title IX prohibits discrimination in school athletic participation on the basis of sex.  The result of Title IX has been a tremendous increase in female athletic participation, creating an even greater need for qualified certified athletic trainers.

5. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 5 Communication  Certified athletic trainers must remain calm in emergency situations and be able to communicate effectively with an injured athlete.

6. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 6 Skills  Certified athletic trainers should possess –Problem-solving abilities –Deductive reasoning skills –Good judgment –Good decision-making skills –Proficient knowledge of anatomy and physiology

7. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 7 Skills (cont.)  Certified athletic trainers should possess –Proficiency in First Aid –Motor skills –Communication skills –Ability to work with people –Ability to work under stressful conditions –Ability to maintain poise in emergencies

8. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 8 Tasks  Certified athletic trainer duties include –Analyzing injuries –Taping and bandaging –Implementing exercise and rehabilitation programs –Monitoring rehabilitative programs

9. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 9 Tasks (cont.)  Certified athletic trainer duties include –Demonstrating physical and rehabilitative movements –Using various modalities and training equipment –Recording, organizing, and storing information on injuries and rehabilitation

10. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 10 NATA  The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) has been in operation since 1950 and is the largest certifying organization for certified athletic trainers in the United States.  See http://www.nata.org on the Internet.

11. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 11 Code of Conduct  ACTs must abide by the rules and procedures of their certifying organization.  They must also abide by requirements established by the state legislature.  Failure to abide by these rules and regulations may result in disciplinary action or termination.

12. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 12 Educational Requirements  A bachelor’s degree in athletic training, health, physical education, or exercise science  Training in anatomy, physiology, nutrition, psychology, and biomechanics  Clinical experiences under appropriate supervision

13. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 13 Certification  Certifying body is NATA  Certification exam consists of multiple-choice questions, skills assessment, and simulations.

14. Copyright ©2004 by Thomson Delmar Learning. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 14 Six Practice Domains  Prevention  Recognition, evaluation, assessment  Immediate care  Treatment, rehabilitation, reconditioning  Organization and administration  Professional development and responsibility