About Athletic Training

The Athletic Trainers at Citrus College are responsible for serving the medical needs of the student-athletes and assisting the coaches with information concerning the care and rehabilitation of the student-athlete. In the absence of a licensed physician, the athletic trainer is responsible for deciding whether an athlete is medically able to participate in practice or in a game.

According to the National Athletic Trainers Association: "Certified athletic trainers are health care professionals who specialize in preventing, recognizing, managing and rehabilitating injuries that result from physical activity."  As part of a complete healthcare team, the certified athletic trainer works under the direction of a licensed physician and in cooperation with other healthcare professionals, athletics administrators, coaches, and parents.

Students who want to become certified athletic trainers must earn a degree from an accredited athletic training curriculum.  Accredited programs include formal instruction in areas such as injury/illness prevention, first aid, and emergency care, assessment of injury/illness, human anatomy and physiology, therapeutic modalities, and nutrition.  Classroom learning is enhanced through clinical education experiences.  More than 70 percent of certified athletic trainers hold at least a master’s degree.

To become certified athletic trainers, students must pass a comprehensive test administered by the Board of Certification.  Once certified, they must meet ongoing continuing education requirements in order to remain certified. 

Learn More About Citrus College Athletic Training

Meet Your Athletic Trainers - Click Here

Important Training Room Information and Forms for Student-Athletes - Click Here

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