Saints Maps - Health Sciences/Pre-Athletic Training

HEALTH SCIENCES- PRE-ATHLETIC TRAINING

SUGGESTED MINORS

The Health Sciences - Pre-Athletic Training Major concentration prepares students specifically for graduate work in the Athletic Training health professions.

Athletic trainers provide medical services to all types of patients, not just athletes participating in sports, and can work in a variety of job settings. Athletic trainers improve functional outcomes and specialize in patient education to prevent injury and re-injury.

CAREER COMPETENCIES

SUCCESS AS A SAINT

Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.

Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.

Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.

Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.

HOW TO USE THIS MAP

Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.

HEALTH SCIENCES - PRE-ATHLETIC TRAINING

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ENGAGE

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PREPARE

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Review your 4-year degree plan and resources from National Athletic Trainers Association

Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly

Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office

Join an on-campus organization to gain more connections

Explore volunteer and service-learning opportunities or job-shadowing

Participate in speaker and special events hosted by the College of Education & Health Professions

Begin researching jobs in your field of study

Create Handshake account

Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice

Explore average salaries for your career

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Consider adding a minor another field such as Administration

FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP

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Meet with your new faculty progress to degree

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Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel

Apply for an industry-based pursue clinical observation Attend the Graduate explore MSAT programs

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Start finalizing your resume

Invest in proper business Career Closet

Create a LinkedIn profile

Research professional admissions requirements

YEARS FINAL YEAR

minor or certificate in Biology or Healthcare

faculty advisor to check

SAINTS ADVANTAGE

Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.

CAREER PATHS

Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements

Complete your senior capstone or enroll in ID 400 - a course that can assist you in finalizing your job search documents

Apply to graduate

events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner

industry-based internship or observation hours

School Fair in the fall and programs resume business attire or visit the Saints

profile professional programs and requirements & deadlines

Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair

Now is the time to prep and register to sit for the medical program admission tests (GRE or MCAT)

Present in the bi-annual Student Research and Presentations Symposium

Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce

Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references

Finalize and submit applications for MSAT programs

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Public & private secondary schools, colleges & universities, professional & Olmypic sports

Performing arts

Hospitals & urgent care centers

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Sports medicine, cardiac rehab, medical fitness, wellness & physical therapy

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Police & fire departments

FURTHER EDUCATION

 Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT)

SKILLS

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Look to develop soft skills such as communication, leadership, and ability to problem solve

Be able to lead and inspire others

Strong aptitude for science & math

Ability to work well under pressure

GRADUATE SUCCESS

The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2021 graduate survey)

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job outlook for 2020-2030 is expected to increase 23%.

Athletic Trainers require a master’s degree to enter into practice and require certification exams in their specialties.

More than 50% of athletic trainers work outside of school athletic settings; they provide services to people of all ages.

There are more than 58,000 certified athletic trainers around the world.

WHERE CAN I GO FROM HERE?

Charleston Southern University

University of South Carolina

Western Carolina University

UNC - Charlotte

Thank you to the Major Maps Committee for their work on this project & dedication to student success:

Lindsay Bartholomew

Justin Davis

Katie Jones

Tom LeGrand

Katie Maher

Stacey Mason

Michelle Phillips-Meek

Kelly Tillinghast

University of North Georgia

University of Georgia