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Athletic Trainers
Job Information
Evaluate and advise individuals to assist recovery from or avoid athletic-related injuries or illnesses, or maintain peak physical fitness. May provide first aid or emergency care.
Information
- A bachelor's degree is usually the minimum requirement, but many athletic trainers hold a master's or doctoral degree.
- Long hours, sometimes including nights and weekends, are common.
- Job prospects should be good in the healthcare industry and in high schools, but competition is expected for positions with professional and college sports teams.
Statistics
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Personality | I like helping others |
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Salary | $42,400/yr ($21.20/hr) |
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Job Outlook | Average |
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Education | Bachelors |