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EARLY PROFESSIONALS COMMITTEE

Connecting, supporting, and empowering athletic trainers in the early stages of their careers.

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Purpose

The Early Professionals Committee (EPC) was created to support athletic trainers in the early stages of their career by fostering leadership, developing educational initiatives and promoting professional and ethical values.

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Leadership

Chair

Leah Smith, MAT, LAT, ATC

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EARLY PROFESSIONALS RESOURCES

NATA EARLY PROFESSIONALS COMMITTEE

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The NATA Early Professionals Committee provides resources to help athletic trainers transition into professional practice, develop career and leadership skills, and build professional connections.

Resources focus on career development, professional networking, mentorship, and transition-to-practice challenges.

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NATA Early Professionals 

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CONNECT AND GET INVOLVED

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Early professionals are encouraged to become involved in state and district activities, explore committee opportunities, and connect with other athletic trainers.

Members interested in participating can contact their IATA District Director or an appropriate committee chair.

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IATA Board of Directors

 

 

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TRANSITION TO PRACTICE RESOURCES

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Athletic trainers beginning their careers can access professional liability information, Idaho sports medicine resources, and continuing education opportunities to support their transition into practice.

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IATA Liability Toolkit

NATA Risk & Liability Resources

NATA AMBA Liability Insurance

IHSAA Sports Medicine

NATA EducATe​

MENTORSHIP AND CAREER ADVANCEMENT

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Professional networking and mentorship can help early-career athletic trainers build confidence, share experiences, and develop new skills.

Explore NATA's Early Professionals community and Career Advancement Committee resources for additional support and opportunities.

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NATA Gather Early Professionals Community

NATA Career Advancement Committee​

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