Empowering Secondary School Athletic Trainers: ESSAT-C and Career Advancement

Episode 27 • August 13, 2025 • 00:41:28

Hosted By

Ronnie Harper Tavis Piattoly Margaret Downs Samuel Bullard

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Larry Cooper, Hall of Fame Athletic Trainer and co-founder of ESSAT, discusses how secondary school ATs can elevate their careers through the ESSAT-C credential and advocacy in athletic healthcare.

 

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Takeaways - Athletic trainers play a crucial role in secondary schools. - Collaboration between secondary and collegiate settings enhances healthcare delivery. - Experiential learning is vital for athletic trainers' success. - Administrative skills are essential for effective athletic training. - Building relationships with stakeholders is key to success. - Athletic trainers need to set boundaries to avoid burnout. - Data-driven decisions can improve athlete safety. - A collaborative healthcare system is necessary for optimal care. - Certification programs can elevate the profession and increase salaries. - Understanding the role of athletic trainers can reduce liability. Summary In this episode of the Eat 2 Win podcast, hosts Samuel Bullard, Larry Cooper, and Randy Cohen discuss the vital role of athletic trainers in secondary schools. They explore the challenges faced by these professionals, the importance of collaboration between secondary and collegiate settings, and the need for administrative skills. The conversation highlights the significance of experiential learning, data-driven decisions, and the impact of certification programs on the profession. Listeners gain insights into building a collaborative healthcare system, reducing liability, and practical advice for new athletic trainers. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Athletic Training Excellence 02:52 Collaboration Between Secondary and Collegiate Athletic Training 05:34 The Excellence in Secondary School Athletic Training Program 08:15 Navigating the Secondary School Athletic Training Environment 11:07 Core Skills for Athletic Trainers 13:57 Administrative Skills in Athletic Training 16:29 Success Stories and Program Impact 21:14 Data-Driven Decisions in Athletic Training 23:01 Designing the Ideal Athletic Care System 28:41 Demonstrating Value as an Athletic Trainer 30:06 Understanding the Role of Athletic Trainers 36:42 Advice for New Athletic Trainers

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