Athletic Training/Trainer
Program Availability
Schools Offering
29
53 total including inactive
States
11
Across 11 states
Graduates (2025)
187
Total completions
Athletic Training/Trainer is offered as a certificate and associate program at schools across 11 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are California, Minnesota and Illinois.
Career & Cost Overview
Median Salary
$60,250
Athletic Trainers
Job Growth
+11.1%
10-year projected growth
Median Tuition
$2,184
In-state annual rate
Graduates typically pursue careers as Athletic Trainers. In-state tuition ranges from $1,104 to $12,090, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for hands-on learners who enjoy practical work.
Graduate Demographics
Gender Distribution
Degree Level Distribution
Is This Career Right for You?
Is This Career Right for You?
Interest Profile (Holland Codes)
helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment
What does this mean? ▼
This career is best suited for people who enjoy:
- Helping others
- Teaching
- Conducting research
- Solving complex problems
- Building things
- Working with hands
Ideal Candidate Profile
👤 Personality Traits
💡 Interests
⭐ Work Values
❓ Ask Yourself These Questions
Do you enjoy helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving; hands-on, practical work with tools and equipment?
Do you value active listening?
Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?
✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:
- • Hands-on learners who enjoy practical work
- • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
- • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
⚠ Consider These Challenges:
- • Those who prefer desk-based, theoretical work
- • Those who prefer routine tasks
- • Those who prefer working independently
Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.
Where Can You Study Athletic Training/Trainer?
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