Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Athletic Training] From Northern Illinois University

You will become a certified athletic trainer who collaborates with physicians to foster optimal activity and life-participation of your patients and clients. As a member of a complete health care team, certified athletic trainers work under the direction of a licensed physician and in cooperation with other health care professionals, athletics administrators, coaches and parents.

Careers with an Atheltic Training Degree

Our athletic training program is fully accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE), and our graduates hold positions in some of the most prestigious sports programs, universities and hospitals throughout the Midwest.

Great news: The number of jobs for athletic trainers is expected to grow by 21 percent in coming years.

Beyond sports and medicine, other job opportunities for certified athletic trainers are available with the military, the performing arts and public safety.