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The Athletic Training Aide Program is also designed to introduce students to the medical field, and establish professional relationships and connections with the medical businesses surrounding the Athletic Department. If a student is looking to major in any medical area, this position would absolutely enhance your knowledge and give you an incredible experience. Even if your major is in a field other than medicine, it is an amazing environment to work in, because it bestows every aspect of career formulating and character building.
Expectations/Responsibilities of the Athletic Training Aides:
* Observe all aspects of sports medicine inside and outside the athletic training room.
* Help staff athletic trainers with any task.
* Wear appropriate clothing: look professional, but dress properly for the work environment. Look well groomed.
* Bring outer-wear appropriate for the weather.
* Observe treatments, evaluations, and rehabilitation of athletes.
Minimum Time Commitment for Athletic Training Aides:
10 to 15 hours per week, which usually entails 2-3 afternoons between the hours of 1:00 - 7:00pm.
Weekend availability as designated by sport for event and practice coverage.
Attendance at morning in-services for one hour, 2 times per month.
Honors & Awards:
Every year the Howard Sweeney Award of Excellence is presented to the Athletic Training Aide(s) that demonstrate excellence in skill proficiency, professionalism, and dedication during their undergraduate experience in the NU Intercollegiate Sports Medicine Department.
Each Athletic Training Aide also receives a letter award for each year that they participate in the Athletic Training Aide program.
Evaluation Procedure for Athletic Training Aides:
Athletic Training Aides receive a performance evaluation at the end of the fall and spring quarters. A written evaluation is completed by the program coordinator, and the supervising athletic trainer. These evaluations are then discussed with the Athletic Training Aides on an individual basis. Feedback is welcome from the Athletic Training Aides on both the pros and cons of their experience in the program.
