How to become a graduate assistant athletic trainer?

Qualifications for a graduate assistant athletic trainer include at least a bachelor’s degree in biology, sports medicine, or a related field. Your duties in this career involve both the prevention and treatment of injuries. Certification or licensure is a requirement in most states. The Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer and National Athletic Trainers' Association provide opportunities for gaining these credentials. The work is both stressful and physically demanding, so you need excellent physical stamina. Frequent travel with the team is also a part of your responsibilities as a graduate assistant athletic trainer. Interpersonal skills are vital for communicating one-on-one with an athlete who has suffered an injury or is going through a rehabilitation program.