GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Athletic Trainer Education Timeframes Statistics
Athletic trainer education typically takes 4 years for a bachelor's degree and 2-3 additional years for a master's degree or other advanced certification.
In this post, we explore key statistics related to the educational requirements and career pathways of Athletic Trainers. From the academic qualifications of program directors to the latest changes in certification exam prerequisites, these data points shed light on the timeframes and qualifications necessary for success in this field. Let’s dive into the numbers behind Athletic Trainer education.
Statistic 1
"97% of Athletic Training (AT) Program directors have at least a master's degree."
Statistic 2
"Approximately 70% of professional Athletic Trainers have a master's degree or higher."
Statistic 3
"The minimum time required to become a Certified Athletic Trainer is typically 6 years (4 years of Bachelors and 2 years of Masters)."
Statistic 4
"As of 2022, the Board of Certification (BOC) requires candidates to have a master's degree from an accredited program to be eligible to take the certification exam, extending the education timeframe."
Statistic 5
"70% of Athletic Trainers have a master's or doctoral degree."
Statistic 6
"The pass rate for the official BOC certification exam is 83% for both first-time and repeat test takers."
Statistic 7
"All students earning a degree in Athletic Training spend an average of 1,200 hours in direct patient care activity."
Statistic 8
"More than 80% of Athletic Training Program directors have clinical experience in their resume."
Statistic 9
"Over 50% of Athletic Training Program directors have more than 10 years of teaching experience."
Statistic 10
"Less than 20% of Athletic Training Program directors are faculty within a medical school setting."
Jannik Lindner
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