Athletic Training
Where is the most common place for an AT to work?
College Athletics
When did the PT occupation begin?
WW1
What do OTs do?
Test, record, and reassess for progress
How long has the term been around?
Since the 1970s
What are the main responsibilities of an AT?
-rehabilitation of injuries
-preventative services
-strength and conditioning
Why was PT originally created?
To help injured soldiers in WW1 get back to living their lives as best as possible.
What academic level are most OT programs at this point?
Masters
What is the main organization for this profession?
American College of Sports
How many hours are required for AT intenships?
1,000-2,000 hours
What organization was founded in the 1950s to ensure proper training and licensure?
APTA
What are important qualities of an OT?
-communication skills
-interpersonal skills
-writing skills
-compassion
-patience
-flexibility
What academic degree does an EP require?
Most commonly a graduate, but also accepts masters or doctoral
What is the only organization for athletic training in the USA?
NATA
At what academic level are most PT programs at?
Doctoral
How long has OT been around?
Since the 20th century
How is the salary mostly determined for EP?
experience
When was the NATA established?
1950s
What are some work environments for PTs?
-hospitals and clinics
-assisted care/nursing homes
-private practice
-professional sports
-sport performance centers
Work environments for OTs?
-hospitals
-elementary and secondary schools
-nursing care facilities
-home healthcare
What does an EP do?
-muscular strength
-CV/CR strength
-flexibility
assessments are very important as well as exercise prescription and functionality