DETAILED OCCUPATION DATA
29-9091 Athletic Trainers
Occupational Description:
Evaluate and advise individuals to assist recovery from or avoid athletic-related injuries or illnesses, or maintain peak physical fitness. May provide first aid or emergency care.| Percentiles | |||||||||
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| Geography | Employment | Emp SE* | Mean | Mean SE* | 10th | 25th | Median | 75th | 90th |
| EDR 10 - Southeast | 140 | 11 | $44,507/yr | $3,730/yr | $26,924/yr | $36,092/yr | $45,397/yr | $53,986/yr | $59,595/yr |
| Minnesota | 500 | 43 | $43,273/yr | $1,125/yr | $29,822/yr | $35,113/yr | $42,087/yr | $48,422/yr | $58,326/yr |
| U S | 20,780 | 478 | $44,611/yr | $357/yr | $26,314/yr | $34,363/yr | $42,665/yr | $52,578/yr | $65,016/yr |
| *SE = Standard error, a measure of the statistical reliability of the estimate. | |||||||||
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| Occupation (click title for details) | OES | Projections | |
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| Employment | Median Wage | % Change - | |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | 1,890 | $19.31/hr | N/A |
| Physical Therapists | 400 | $37.86/hr | N/A |
| Respiratory Therapists | 270 | $31.80/hr | N/A |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | 80 | $15.38/hr | N/A |
| Recreational Therapists | 50 | $21.95/hr | N/A |
Tasks for Athletic Trainers
- Evaluates physical condition of athletes and advises or prescribes routine and corrective exercises to strengthen muscles.
- Administers emergency first aid, treats minor chronic disabilities, or refers injured person to physician.
- Recommends special diets to improve health, increase stamina, and reduce weight of athletes.
- Wraps ankles, fingers, wrists or other body parts with synthetic skin, gauze, or adhesive tape to support muscles and ligaments.
- Massages body parts to relieve soreness, strains, and bruises.