University Athletic Trainer Discusses Job Rewards

[skittles2590]

I want to be an athletic trainer too. From what I have researched, the athletic training program at the school I want to go to(Montclair State University) starts freshman year. I couldnt go immediatly after high school due to my financial situation. Will this affect my career as a Athletic Trainer?

[NatlAthTrainersAssoc]

Are you concerned that waiting before starting college will affect your future career following graduation from an Athletic Training program?

[skittles2590]

no, im actually going to a county college (Union County College) so I can get my english and math done with. But im just worried about how that would look for my future employment as an Athletic Trainer.

[NatlAthTrainersAssoc]

You may want to speak with an adviser from the Athletic Training program you wish to enter. They would be able to provide you with more information about the amount of hands on training you would receive prior to graduation and internship opportunities, which might be an important factor in a future employer's hiring criteria.