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Fifth century bc the trainer herodicus created sports medicine
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One of the original founders of athletic training was Samuel E.Bilik, who began as a part-time Athletic Trainer for the University Of Illinois.
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The National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) is the professional membership association for certified athletic trainers and others who support the athletic training profession. Founded in 1950, the NATA has grown to more than 45,000 members worldwide today.
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designed for high school students interested in pursuing a career in athletic training and sports medicine
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Athletic trainers prevent, recognize and evaluate athletic injuries and provide immediate care, rehabilitation, and reconditioning services to athletes.
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(BOC) was incorporated as a not-for-profit credentialing agency to provide a certification program for the entry-level athletic training profession. The BOC establishes both the standards for the practice of athletic training and the continuing education requirements for BOC Certified Athletic Trainers (ATs).
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Athletic trainers carry out rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.