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Original
The profession of athletic training originated in the 1930's. -
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA)
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) was founded June 1, 1950 when the first meeting of the NATA took place in Kansas City. About 200 athletic trainers gathered to discuss the future of their profession. -
First Athletic Curriculum Model
Recognizing the need for a set of professional standards and appropriate professional recognition, the NATA has helped to unify certified athletic trainers across the country by setting a standard for professionalism, education, certification, research and practice settings. -
Advancement
By the 1970s, the curriculum for athletic trainers began to advance, eliminating the requirement for secondary teaching certification. -
First Certification Examination Held
10/01/1970 First Certification Examination Held -
Athletic Training in Colleges.
In June 10, 1981, Sayers Miller, chair of the Professional Education Committee, proposed a major-specific option for athletic training to be offered in colleges. -
Standards and Guidelines
By 1982, the NATA board of directors began implementing standards and guidelines that schools could use to offer major programs in athletic training. -
The Board of Certification, Inc. (BOC)
The National Board of Certification was put in place in 1989, a certification program for placement level athletic trainers. -
The American Medical Association
The American Medical Association endorsed athletic training as an allied health profession in 1990. -
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"Not All Athletes Wear Jerseys" - Hope College Athletic Training Program - 2011 NATSC Video Contest .
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Master's and Doctorate
Today, athletic training is offered in master's and doctorate degree levels.
