Career & Workforce Preparation
Learn more about this occupation to help determine if it's right for you.
Press the Search Now button to find training programs that will get started on your pathway to this career!
Athletic Trainers
Description
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.
Common Tasks
- Perform general administrative tasks, such as keeping records or writing reports.
- File athlete insurance claims and communicate with insurance providers.
- Teach sports medicine courses to athletic training students.
- Care for athletic injuries, using physical therapy equipment, techniques, or medication.
- Conduct an initial assessment of an athlete's injury or illness to provide emergency or continued care and to determine whether they should be referred to physicians for definitive diagnosis and treatment.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree
Wages
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $52,763.77 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $33,356.51 and $77,334.78 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 120 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 16.7% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 140.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median annual salary is expected to be $49,142.
