Salary Range
$25,000 to $75,000Overview
Sports trainers, also referred to as athletic trainers, certified sports medicine trainers, and certified sports medicine therapists, help amateur and professional athletes prevent injuries, give first aid when an injury occurs during a practice or event, and manage the rehabilitation programs and routines of injured athletes.
Athletic trainers often consult with physicians during all stages of athletic training to ensure that athletes under their care are physically capable of participating in competition. According to the Department of Labor, there are approximately 28,600 athletic trainers employed in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RequiredOutlook
Much Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Hands On
Helpful
Organized
Career Ladder
Director of Sports Medicine
Sports Trainer
Assistant Sports Trainer
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