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Re: Pt looking to branch into athletic training

Posted by ATsoccergirl on 2/8/2004, 8:24 pm, in reply to "Pt looking to branch into athletic training"
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Caroline,
Unfortunatly becoming an AT has become a lot harder since the NATA ended the internship option. Now the only way you can sit for the certification test is if you graduate from an accredited program. I have a friend who started as a PT then was able to become an ATC by having his classes reviewed and essentially completing all the requirements for the internship route. He only had to take a basic athletic training skills class and he was allowed to sit for the certification exam.
I would check with the NATABOC to see what options you have, however don't expect too much. You could also look into the APTA's sports physical therapy certification. It really can't compare to the ATC crediantial, but it would distinguish you as a sports specialist in the PT world.

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